MediaTek, Realtek upbeat about Wi-Fi chip shipment prospects for 2H22
MediaTek and Realtek Semiconductor both expect their Wi-Fi chip shipments to stay robust in the second half of 2022, with the shipment growth poised to offset declines in chips sales for consumer electronics applications......»»
Nanostructures enable on-chip lightwave-electronic frequency mixer
Imagine how a phone call works: Your voice is converted into electronic signals, shifted up to higher frequencies, transmitted over long distances, and then shifted back down so it can be heard clearly on the other end. The process enabling this shif.....»»
Qualcomm’s new 8-core Snapdragon chip is aimed at cheaper Arm Windows PCs
Windows-on-Arm has gotten better, but we're still waiting for good budget PCs. Enlarge (credit: Qualcomm) Windows-on-Arm is finally just about good enough to serve as your main PC, thanks to a combination of long-awaited.....»»
Apple’s most affordable Mac is about to lot more exciting
The is Apple’s most affordable desktop computer, and it has become known not only for its price, but also for its versatility – it’s a full Mac in a small box. But despite now having an Apple Silicon chip, it’s been a long time since the Mac.....»»
Qualcomm’s Newest “Budget” Chipset is Here, sans Announcement
It's a modest upgrade. The post Qualcomm’s Newest “Budget” Chipset is Here, sans Announcement appeared first on Phandroid. Chip manufacturer Qualcomm apparently expanded its budget chipset lineup over the weekend with the.....»»
All types of school absences can be damaging to exam results and career prospects: UK Report
Even moderate levels of school absence, not just extreme absences, can have a negative impact on exam results and career prospects, but they are frequently overlooked, according to a University of Strathclyde report......»»
China threatens retaliation against Japan for chip restrictions
Japan introduced restrictions under pressure from US to weaken Chinese tech power......»»
Revised Raspberry Pi 5 chip comes with unexpected power savings
What we don't know is whether 4GB or 8GB Pis will get the tweaked chip design. Enlarge / The Broadcom SoC used in the original 4GB and 8GB Raspberry Pi 5. The 2GB version uses an updated revision with several small but significan.....»»
Scientists develop new chemical tool for infection research
Researchers from Würzburg and Berlin present a new molecule for visualizing the sphingomyelin metabolism. This offers prospects for innovative therapeutic approaches in infection research. The work is published in the journal Nature Communications......»»
University of Wisconsin denied new trial in decade-long chip patent battle against Apple
The ten-year legal battle between Apple and the University of Wisconsin may finally be over, with the university denied its latest attempt to regain half a billion dollars from the iPhone company.Apple's A7 processor is among the ones included in the.....»»
Astrobotic’s lander didn’t make it to the Moon because of a failed valve
Engineers are redesigning parts of the propulsion system on Astrobotic's next lunar lander. Enlarge / Astrobotic's Peregrine lander, with some of its propellants visible, before shipment from the company's headquarters in Pittsbu.....»»
This new Android malware can steal your card details via the NFC chip
Security researchers spot a sophisticated attack that steals people's NFC data and can be used to steal money, and more......»»
Advanced orbital angular momentum mode switching in multimode fiber utilizing an optical neural network chip
The rapid development of technologies such as the internet, mobile communications, and artificial intelligence has dramatically increased the demand for high-capacity communication systems. Among various solutions, mode-division multiplexing (MDM) ha.....»»
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Blends Performance with Affordability
Xiaomi will be the first brand to use the chip in an upcoming phone. The post Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Blends Performance with Affordability appeared first on Phandroid. Qualcomm’s continued expansion of its Snapdragon se.....»»
Nvidia is ditching dedicated G-Sync modules to push back against FreeSync’s ubiquity
But G-Sync will still require specific G-Sync-capable MediaTek scaler chips. Enlarge (credit: Nvidia) Back in 2013, Nvidia introduced a new technology called G-Sync to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering effects and.....»»
After a decade, Nvidia is fixing the worst part of G-Sync
Eleven years after introducing its proprietary G-Sync module, Nvidia is finally doing away with the chip for something much better......»»
This new Snapdragon chip will transform AI on cheaper phones
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 puts the emphasis on AI performance and better efficiency, and it will be available in a new phone very soon......»»
iOS 18.1: New features, release date, and more
Alongside iOS 18.0, Apple is also currently beta testing iOS 18.1 with developers. Expected to be released sometime in October, iOS 18.1 includes new Apple Intelligence features plus a major change to the iPhone’s NFC chip. Here’s everything you.....»»
An Apple modem to replace Qualcomm chip isn’t just about saving money
The project to replace Qualcomm’s radio chip with an Apple modem is taking a huge amount of time and effort, and some have questioned whether that investment makes sense just to save a few dollars on the cost of an iPhone. The question becomes e.....»»
Apple Watch Series 10: Here’s what’s coming next month
Next month, the Apple Watch Series 10 will debut alongside the iPhone 16. When it does, it will bring a variety of upgrades to the Watch line. Larger displays, a more powerful chip, and other enhancements will push the Watch forward. Here’s everyth.....»»
M4 Mac release schedule: Here’s when to expect new Macs
Apple’s M4 chip debuted on the iPad Pro, but it’s coming to Macs very soon. Unlike prior M-series chips, M4 upgrades are coming to the full lineup of Mac products. From the MacBook Air to the MacBook Pro and Mac Studio, here’s when to expect al.....»»