MediaTek’s new M80 modem packs in Sub-6 and mmWave 5G
MediaTek has announced the M80 modem, its first to integrate both Sub-6 and mmWave 5G technologies, ready for use in smartphones later this year......»»
The new MediaTek Dimensity 7200 brings high-end tech to midrange phones
MediaTek has launched the midrange Dimensity 7200 processor, which uses techniques and technology taken from its flagship Dimensity 9200 processor......»»
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X75 ushers in the next era of 5G connectivity
Qualcomm has taken the next big step into a more connected world with the Snapdragon X75, the first 5G Advanced modem chip that will power next-gen smartphones......»»
Chipmakers land short lead-time orders for Wi-Fi 6/6E solutions
Chipmakers such as MediaTek and Realtek Semiconductor have recently received short lead-time orders for Wi-Fi 6/6E chip solutions, with order visibility remaining relatively clear when compared to those for PCs and handsets, according to industry sou.....»»
Samsung woos Qualcomm at 6 nm, targeting MediaTek next
Facing global weak demands for memory and smartphones, Samung Electronics has been seeing strong order competition from TSMC. However, the South Korean company is planning for a comeback. According to sources from semiconductor supply chain, Samsung.....»»
Get this 50-inch Vizio 4K TV for under $300, with free next day delivery
This Vizio 50-inch 4K TV packs a lot of key features into a low price including HDMI 2.1 ports and great picture quality. It's on sale right now......»»
MediaTek, Realtek await pick-up in orders for Wi-Fi chips
Both MediaTek and Realtek Semiconductor believe that a wave of Wi-Fi 6/6E upgrades is still in progress and that basic demand has not abated. Wi-Fi chip sales can still contribute to their overall operations in 2023 if the customer purchase pattern r.....»»
Qualcomm, MediaTek look to India, Southeast Asia for mobile SoC sales growth
Qualcomm and MediaTek are both looking to emerging markets such as India and Southeast Asia for growth in mobile SoC sales this year, as overall confidence in the mobile phone supply chain remains low for 2023......»»
How MediaTek steadies the ship
MediaTek has provided a relatively optimistic short-term outlook concerning handset inventory digestion at channels. It has also seen some recovery in non-handset business segments. But MediaTek has stressed that it needs more time to observe the lon.....»»
MediaTek expects 6-14% revenue drop in 1Q23
MediaTek expects to post a further revenue decrease of 6-14% in the first quarter of 2023 after experiencing a nearly 24% sequential revenue decline in the fourth quarter of 2022......»»
Are customized mobile SoCs becoming a real new trend?
While Chinese handset vendors such as Oppo, Vivo and Xiaomi are aggressively moving to develop in-house chips to differentiate their product functions, mobile SoC specialists Qualcomm and MediaTek are also joining the differentiation arena by providi.....»»
MediaTek posts revenue and profits declines in 4Q22
MediaTek has reported an over 40% sequential decline in net profits for the fourth quarter of 2022, with revenue decreasing nearly 24% on quarter, despite record-high sales and profit results for the entire year......»»
MediaTek to see headwinds challenge sales in 1H23
Mobile SoC specialist MediaTek will still see headwinds from the handset market challenge its operations in the first half of 2023, according to market sources......»»
IDMs in price war for auto mmWave radar chip solutions
International IDMs are entering a new wave of price competition for their auto-use mmWave radar chips solutions, which see increasing penetration as vehicles undergo electrification, according to industry sources......»»
mmWave radar demand could be strengthened by Tesla"s rumored return
With the popularization of automotive electronics, especially ADAS and L2+ self-driving, the mmWave radar has become a required sensory component - a rigid demand. With Tesla, which removed the mmWave radar from its vehicles two years ago, rumored to.....»»
IDMs promote 77GHz automotive mmWave radar chips with lower prices
IDMs are offering lower-cost 77GHz automotive millimeter wave (mmWave) radar chips, in an attempt to accelerate the transition from 24GHz to 77GHz, according to sources in the car industry supply chain......»»
Tested: Chargeasap Zeus packs 270W of international power into a tiny charger
I’ve noted before the way that gallium nitride (GaN) chargers are a game-changer in terms of how much power can be delivered from a compact power brick – and the Chargeasap Zeus takes this to a whole new level. It’s a highly portable charging.....»»
Marshall’s latest Bluetooth speaker has four drivers for 360 sound
Marshall's Middleton speaker packs 20 hours of battery life in a fully waterproof body, surrounded by drivers on all sides......»»
Apple pauses in-house Wi-Fi chip development
Shifts in internal development priorities have caused Apple to indefinitely suspend the development of its own Wi-Fi chips for future iPhones.Internal Wi-Fi chip development has been haltedApple has been rumored to be bringing modem development inter.....»»
Mac mini M2 packs a performance punch for under $600
The just-released Mac mini looks unexciting from the exterior with its years-old design — but don't let that fool you. This unassuming Mac is a steal with surprising performance.The new Mac mini comes with an M2 or M2 Pro processorIt's hard to comp.....»»
The best modem-router combos for 2023
Owning your own modem and router rather than renting one from your ISP can save you money, and we'll give you some of our best picks......»»