Joyson factory makeover strives to put Takata in past
As the company that owns what used to be troubled Takata, the safety supplier is determined to start anew......»»
Germany blocks sale of chip factory to China over security fears
The German government has blocked the sale of one of its semiconductor factories to a Chinese-owned tech company because of security concerns......»»
TSMC plans second Arizona plant following US grants
As its first Arizona plant is due to start initial production, TSMC is now believed to be planning a second processor factory in the region.TSMCApple supplier TSMC has previously said that the US's efforts to rebuild a semiconductor industry are doom.....»»
COVID iPhone delays won"t destroy demand, but push it to 2023
Apple's reduction in iPhone 14 production at Foxconn's Zhengzhou factory will hit revenue for the holiday quarter, says Morgan Stanley, but it also presents an opportunity for investors to "buy the dip."A Foxconn factoryThe COVID-19 restrictions affe.....»»
Apple is the most profitable company in China
Apple has grown so much in China over the last two years that its regional operating profit far exceeds the country's native tech giants, fueled by extensive diplomatic efforts.Apple CEO Tim Cook at a Foxconn factory.It is well known that Apple relie.....»»
iPhone factory workers in China offered bonuses to return to work
One of Apple's largest suppliers is trying to strike a delicate balance in China......»»
Don’t let the delays scare you — the iPhone 14 Pro is still worth it
Apple has acknowledged that a COVID-19 restriction in a factory in China may impact shipments of the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, but they're worth the wait......»»
Foxconn reportedly downplayed severity of recent COVID outbreak
A new report alleges that Foxconn downplayed the severity of its recent COVID-19 outbreak and that its actions led to a stricter lockdown.Foxconn workerFoxconn's factory in Zhengzhou was hit by a COVID outbreak in late October. At the time, a spokesp.....»»
2023 Honda Pilot, with buff makeover, grows into a roomier 3-row crossover
The 2023 Pilot is equipped with a new 3.5-liter engine and new TrailSport trim level designed to add some off-road cred to Honda's biggest utility vehicle......»»
2023 Honda Pilot, with buff makeover, grows into roomier 3-row crossover
The 2023 Honda Pilot is sporting muscular looks and a new 3.5-liter engine. The new TrailSport should also add some off road cred to the nameplate......»»
Wedbush: iPhone factory"s COVID issues not a reason to sell Apple stock
Despite COVID-related supply chain issues and Apple warning of lower shipments of the iPhone 14 Pro, Wedbush insists that investors should maintain their holding in Apple.A Foxconn facilitySince mid-October, Apple has had to deal with problems at a F.....»»
Apple warns iPhone 14 Pro availability is limited as COVID-19 restrictions close supply chain factories in China
Apple today released a statement warning investors and customers that iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max availability is very constrained following recent factory closures due to recent COVID-19 restrictions in the region. This means Apple is likel.....»»
iPhone 14 Pro lead times elevated but stable, iPhone 14 demand "modest"
Lead times for the iPhone 14 Pro models have stabilized after increasing due to the Zhengzhou factory's COVID issues, an availability tracker states, while demand for the iPhone 14 models are "modest" in comparison.iPhone 14 ProIn the ninth week of t.....»»
Stellantis issues ‘do not drive" warning for 276,000 vehicles with defective Takata airbags after 2 deaths
A third death is suspected by Stellantis. Models cited in the airbag warning are 2005-10 Dodge Magnums, Chargers, Challengers and Chrysler 300s......»»
Arch Meter expanding production capacity for smart power meters
Arch Meter is expanding smart power meter production capacity by investing NT$740 million (US$23.1 million) to set up four production lines at its new factory in northern Taiwan, with completion scheduled for 2024, according to company chairman Chen.....»»
China Covid: Panic and fear drove iPhone factory breakout
Workers at the plant in Zhengzhou, China, thought they were going to be part of a huge Covid experiment......»»
China imposes new week-long lockdown on Foxconn over COVID-19
China has ordered a seven-day lockdown in Zhengzhou, home to a major Foxconn factory, after a COVID-19 outbreak swept through the industrial park.Photo by Mika Baumeister on UnsplashThe Zhengzhou Airport Economy Zone is imposing "silent management" m.....»»
China Covid: iPhone maker Foxconn boosts bonuses after lockdown breakout
Foxconn locked down the world's largest iPhone factory in line with China's zero-Covid policy......»»
Foxconn denies claims that eight workers have died from Covid-19 at its locked-down China plant
Bloomberg writes that the video was posted on Twitter by a well-known Chinese dissident. It alleges that eight people died in the Foxconn factory's dorm, a claim that others have repeated on Chinese social media......»»
Workers flee China"s biggest iPhone factory over Covid outbreak
Foxconn, one of Apple's largest suppliers, is wrestling with massive disruptions at its iPhone assembly factory in China, once again highlighting the impact of the country's stringent zero-Covid policy on international business......»»
Foxconn quadruples bonuses to keep staff at COVID-hit iPhone factory
In the wake of reports of employees fleeing Foxconn's biggest iPhone factory, the assembly partner has significantly raised pay for staff who are choosing to accept the closed-loop measures during a COVID outbreak.A Foxconn facilityThe COVID outbreak.....»»