Apple mulls low-cost MacBook, say sources
Apple is reportedly developing a low-cost MacBook series to compete with Chromebook models in the education sector that could be released as early as the second half of 2024.| DIGITIMES
Apple is reportedly developing a low-cost MacBook series to compete with Chromebook models in the education sector that could be released as early as the second half of 2024.| DIGITIMES
Alibaba Group announced on September 22 that, unlike previous years, the 2025 Singles' Day e-commerce promotion will extend beyond China to simultaneously take place in 20 international markets. This move aims to create the world's largest and highest-grossing e-commerce sales event.| DIGITIMES
Apple is moving closer to entering the foldable smartphone market, with early development of a foldable iPhone already underway, industry sources told. The company has discussed plans with suppliers to establish a test production line in Taiwan, while mass production is expected to take place in India ahead of a possible 2026 launch.| DIGITIMES
Cyient Semiconductors has entered a strategic partnership with US-based Anora, headquartered in Texas, to provide end-to-end semiconductor development solutions, from design to production testing. The collaboration combines Cyient's expertise in custom ASIC/ASSP design and intelligent power platforms with Anora's specialization in semiconductor test, validation, and production.| DIGITIMES
Bengaluru-based Kaynes Semicon has signed a memorandum of understanding with California's Mirrorcle Technologies to manufacture MEMS mirrors and optical systems in India.| DIGITIMES
TSMC's successful establishment of a chip manufacturing plant in Arizona has reignited semiconductor development efforts in countries including India, Vietnam, and Qatar. Industry sources note that while the US, Europe, and Japan maintain leadership in semiconductor manufacturing through strong government support, emerging regions are increasingly seeking cooperation with Taiwan's semiconductor ecosystem to advance their own industries.| DIGITIMES
ASM Technologies, an India-based publicly listed company in engineering design-led manufacturing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government of Tamil Nadu to invest INR2.5 billion (approx. US$28.38 million) in the state.| DIGITIMES
Xiaomi's enthusiasm for India appears to be waning as regulatory pressures, shrinking market share, and leadership reshuffles weigh on the company's strategic priorities, according to executives familiar with the matter cited by the .| DIGITIMES
According to , Samsung announced it will expand its India Innovation Campus (SIC) program from four states to ten this year, aiming to train 20,000 students, six times last year's intake. The program, aligned with India's "Make in India" and "Skill India" initiatives, covers AI, IoT, big data, and coding, with potential to feed talent into Samsung's Noida facility, the world's largest smartphone plant.| DIGITIMES
Rumored foldable iPhones may be mass-produced in India in 2026. Countries, including India, are eager to build ties with Taiwanese semiconductor suppliers following TSMC's successful Arizona project.| DIGITIMES
India's PC market is projected to continue its steady growth over the next two years, while tablet shipments are expected to remain volatile, according to the latest shipment forecasts, notes Canalys analysis.| DIGITIMES
Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng has begun European production in partnership with Magna Steyr, using the Austrian contract manufacturer's Graz plant to assemble its G6 and G9 models. The collaboration marks a pivotal step in Xpeng's push to localize operations, bypass trade barriers, and establish a lasting presence in the European market.| DIGITIMES
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2024 has been a standout year for AMD, fueled by its expansive lineup of EPYC and Ryzen CPUs on the x86 architecture and the introduction of its Zen 5 processors. Mercury Research's latest report reveals AMD's impressive growth in revenue and unit share, underscoring its strong performance trajectory.| DIGITIMES
