Largan pessimistic about 2Q23 prospects
Smartphone lens module specialist Largan Precision has expressed caution about its sales prospects for the second quarter, citing the continued weakness of global smartphone sales......»»
Good prospects for altermagnets in spin-based electronics
Altermagnets represent a newly recognized class of materials in magnetism that could enable novel applications in spin-based electronics. Their magnetically ordered state consists of an antiparallel arrangement of microscopic magnetic moments, so-cal.....»»
Apple cut OLED iPad Pro orders by 20-30%, claims supply-chain report
A new supply-chain report claims that Apple has cut the number of OLED iPad Pro orders by 20-30%, as the company reportedly adopts a more pessimistic view of likely sales. It follows a recent report stating that production of the next-generation i.....»»
iPhone 15 Pro Max will still be the best-selling model in early 2024, says Kuo
The iPhone 15 Pro Max will still be the highest-selling iPhone model in the first half of 2024, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, with its special telephoto lens being highly profitable to supply chain partner Largan.iPhone 15 Pro Max camerasThe pre.....»»
South Korea"s gender imbalance is bad news for men. Outnumbering women, many face bleak marriage prospects
South Korea's bachelor time bomb is about to really go off. Following a historic 30-year-long imbalance in the male-to-female sex ratio at birth, young men far outnumber young women in the country. As a result, some 700,000 to 800,000 "extra" South K.....»»
Low economic growth can help keep climate change within the 1.5°C threshold, says study
A new study shows that economic growth rates make a big difference when it comes to prospects for limiting global warming to 1.5°C, as per the Paris Agreement. A recent study by the Institute for Environmental Science and Technology of the Universit.....»»
Scientists use large scientific facilities to test the synthesis and characterization of polymeric nitrogen
Polymeric nitrogen (PN), formed under high temperature and pressure conditions, is considered an ideal high energy density material (HEDM). Its application prospects extend beyond the field of energetic materials, showing significant relevance in the.....»»
Cox: Comedown from favorable market making dealers pessimistic
The return to more normal market conditions has soured auto dealer moods despite what remains a state of heightened profitability, according to the Q4 2023 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index survey......»»
Researchers achieve quantum storage of entangled photons at telecom wavelengths in a crystal
Quantum technologies are currently maturing at a breath-taking pace. These technologies exploit principles of quantum mechanics in suitably engineered systems, with bright prospects such as boosting computational efficiencies or communication securit.....»»
Education linked to better employment prospects upon release from prison
Better job prospects. Higher wages. A greater chance of staying out of jail. Those are the key outcomes that we discovered for incarcerated people who get an education while serving their time......»»
The FCC says new rules will curb SIM swapping. I’m pessimistic
SIM swaps and port-out scams are a fact of life. New rules aren't likely to change that. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Panuwat Sikham) After years of inaction, the FCC this week said that it's finally going to protect.....»»
Tesla in no rush to build Mexico plant, focuses on difficult Cybertruck ramp, Musk says
After disappointing third-quarter earnings, Tesla CEO Elon Musk strikes a pessimistic tone on the global auto market due to high interest rates. The Cybertruck will launch Nov. 30, but volume production won't happen until 2025......»»
Tribotronics: Promising prospects in the development of new functional devices and self-powered microsystems
Formed by the coupling effect of contact electrification and electrostatic induction, triboelectric nanogenerators (TENG) effectively convert the most widely distributed micro-nano energy in our environment, including human motion, breeze, vibration,.....»»
Attaining wider viewing angles for holographic 3D displays
The holographic 3D display is an important technology with excellent application prospects. However, the viewing angle of holographic 3D displays is currently limited by existing strategies. This significant challenge must be addressed before hologra.....»»
New report adds heat to "Leveling Up" debate by revealing England"s most "insecure" regions
Accessing stable employment with fair pay and predictable hours is harder for workers in the North and Midlands, which can severely affect their living standards, health, and future job prospects......»»
Study paves the way for new class of nanoscale devices, new opportunities in photonics
Non-Hermitian systems have numerous alluring optical properties at exceptional points (EPs) and have attracted extensive attention because of their great prospects in applications such as optical sensing, integrated optics, and other fields......»»
Better use of tech in prisons would help with transition back into society, says researcher
Better use of technology in prisons would improve family relationships, and ultimately, a detainee's prospects of transitioning successfully back into society......»»
The Canadian company that owns NAD and Bluesound now owns MQA
Lenbrook, the Canadian owner of Bluesound, NAD, and PSB Speakers, has acquired MQA, settling short-term fears about the British audio company's prospects......»»
China"s fury over Fukushima water casts shadow on Asean Forum
China's outrage over Japan's release of treated wastewater from the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant has dimmed prospects for improved ties when top officials of the two countries meet this week......»»
Developing new catalysts for carbon dioxide electroreduction
As a crucial part of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technology, CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) to carbon-based fuels and chemicals presents broad application prospects in renewable energy storage and CO2 negative emission......»»
SEC sues two ex-Canoo executives over reporting failures
The SEC said former executives misled investors about the company's financial prospects before it went public in a merger with a special purpose acquisition company in December 2020......»»