ASE sourcing more aQFN leadframes for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 SoCs
ASE Technology has landed big orders from Qualcomm and MediaTek for processing their Wi-Fi-Fi SoCs with its unique aQFN (advanced quad flat no-lead) technology, and is actively seeking additional supply of related packaging materials including leadfr.....»»
CHPT lands major probe card orders for MediaTek 5G SoCs
Taiwan-based IC test solutions provider Chunghwa Precision Test Tech (CHPT) has reportedly obtained nearly 100% of probe card orders for MediaTek's mid- and high-end 5G smartphone application processors......»»
Technology Entrepreneur and Leader David Clarke Joins Keelvar as Board Chair and Investor
Former Workday CTO attracted to sourcing automation provider following the company’s record year of growth and expansion CORK, Ireland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Keelvar – the leading global provider of intelligent sourcing automation solutions.....»»
Multiphysics Simulations for RFICs and SoCs for 5G Applications
Power efficiency is a key design consideration for 5G devices This white paper delves into early power efficiency, power integrity, reliability, advanced packaging and electromagnetic crosstalk analysis requirements.....»»
I-Chiun to hike leadframe prices
I-Chun Precision Industry will soon hike quotes for leadframes used in LED and IC packaging to reflect increases in costs for copper and other metals, with the adjustment to vary from client to client, according to the company......»»
Global chip shortage is reportedly affecting phones as Qualcomm struggles to meet demand
Reuters reports that Samsung is experiencing a shortage of Qualcomm’s SoCs, which is mainly affecting the South Korean company’s low- to mid-range models. A different supplier said there is also a shortage of Snapdragon 888 chips found in the Gal.....»»
iStart-Tek offers EDA tools for dynamic memory testing and repairing
Taiwan's memory testing and repairing solutions provider iStart-Tek has rolled out EDA tools that can conduct dynamic memory test (DMT) on SoCs or HPCs to strengthen performance stability of the chips, according to industry sources......»»
A 64-core Mac Pro priced at $19,000+ rumored to arrive next year
The speculation comes from @LeaksApplePro, who claims at least three Mac Pro configurations will arrive next year featuring Arm-based SoCs that mix performance and efficiency cores, just like the M1. The rumored flagship comes with a monstrous 64 CPU.....»»
Microsoft Launches Power Fx, a New Open Source Low-Code Language
Microsoft today announced Power Fx, a new low-code language that "will become the standard for writing logic customization across Microsoft's own low-code Power Platform," reports TechCrunch. "[S]ince the company is open-sourcing the language, Micros.....»»
LogRhythm launches new programs to better support its users
LogRhythm, the company powering today’s security operations centers (SOCs), announced multiple areas of growth as a result of customer- and employee-centric initiatives implemented in 2020. These include increasing the amount of data being protect.....»»
Foundry, packaging materials in tight supply
The supply of foundry and packaging materials, such as photoresist and leadframes, has already fallen short of demand, prompting related distributors to raise prices, according to industry sources......»»
CHPT seeking probe card orders from vendors of mobile SoCs, HPC chips
IC testing interface solution provider Chunghwa Precision Test Tech (CHPT) has obtained probe card orders from a handset applications processor vendor, and is vying for orders from another major player in the handset AP segment in 2021, according to.....»»
VideoLAN, Maker of Popular Media Player VLC, Turns 20
VideoLAN, in a blog post: The VideoLAN project and the VideoLAN non-profit organization are happy to celebrate today the 20th anniversary of the open-sourcing of the project. VideoLAN originally started as a project from the Via Centrale Reseaux stud.....»»
BT substrate shipments for 5G handset SoCs may slow down in 2Q21
Taiwan's IC substrate suppliers will continue to enjoy robust shipments of BT-based FCCSP substrates for handset SoCs throughout first-quarter 2021, but may see off-season impacts in the second quarter, according to industry sources......»»
NXP to highlight 5G PA modules, Wi-Fi 6E SoCs in 2021
Dutch chipmaker NXP will step up promotion for its multi-chip power amplifier (PA) modules for 5G small cells and Wi-Fi 6E SoCs in 2021, apart from automotive chips and modules......»»
CHPT, WinWay land major test interface orders for 5G handset SoCs
Taiwan-based IC test solutions providers Chunghwa Precision Test Tech (CHPT) and WinWay Technology have both obtained major orders for MediaTek's new-generation 5G SoC chips slated for launch this year, according to industry sources......»»
Prices to rise 5-10% for automotive power module leadframes
Taiwan leadframe makers are likely to raise quotes for leadframes for packaging automotive chips and power modules by 5-10% to reflect increased material costs amid increasing demand from international IDMs, according to industry sources......»»
Watch Space Force’s Lt. Gen. John Thompson speak on sourcing tech to secure space
Lt. Gen. John Thompson of the United States Space Force spoke at TechCrunch Session: Space earlier this week on the importance of working with startups. The general is the Commander of the Space and Missiles Systems Center, where he oversees researc.....»»
Unimicron may resume fire-disrupted shipments of FCCSP substrates in 1Q21
Unimicron Technology expects to resume shipments of BT-based FCCSP substrates for processing handset SoCs in first-quarter 2021 at the earliest, with the shipments to be delivered from plants other than the one that was damaged by a fire in late Octo.....»»
Qualcomm’s new chipset for wireless earbuds promises improved noise cancellation, all-day battery life
There are now so many wireless earbuds, it’s hard to keep track, but one of the reasons why we’ve seen this explosion in new and existing manufacturers entering this business is the availability of Bluetooth Audio SoCs from Qualcomm, incl.....»»
MediaTek likely to ship 5G SoCs to Honor
MediaTek is laying the groundwork for ramping up its 5G SoC solutions in 2021, with plans to begin shipping its 5G chips to China-based brand Honor next year, according to industry sources......»»