NCNR contracts become headaches for notebook ODMs
Notebook ODMs were encouraged to sign three-year non-cancelable and non-returnable (NCNR) contracts with their IC suppliers in 2021, but such supply deals have become a headache for ODMs amid weak end-market demand, according to industry sources......»»
Quantum physicists determine how to control two quantum light sources rather than one
In a new breakthrough, researchers at the University of Copenhagen, in collaboration with Ruhr University Bochum, have solved a problem that has caused quantum researchers headaches for years. The researchers can now control two quantum light sources.....»»
Tesla made an annual profit of $12.6 billion in 2022
High operating margins and good sales growth are responsible, Tesla says. Enlarge / Elon Musk had plenty of headaches in 2022 but Tesla making money wasn't one of them. (credit: FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images) T.....»»
Daily Deals Jan. 25: AirPods Pro for $199, up to $200 off 12.9-inch iPad Pro, $150 off 24-inch iMac & more
Some of the hottest deals for today include 57% off a Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch 4, 37% off an HP Envy 17.3" touchscreen notebook, $300 off an LG 86" 4K Smart TV and refurbished Ring cameras & doorbells up to 36% off.Get AirPods Pro for $220The AppleI.....»»
BT customer contracts face probe by regulator
Ofcom says it is looking into whether two BT companies, EE and Plusnet, have breached rules......»»
The best budget laptops for 2023
Looking for a budget notebook for work or play? The best budget laptops will get the job done without gouging your wallet......»»
This HP laptop is normally $1,800, but today it’s only $629
Always one of the best laptop brands, HP is in the midst of a flash sale that has the HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook PC seeing a massive discount......»»
ODM growth may not come until 2024: Q&A with Quanta vice chairman CC Leung
ODMs should see the market improve in the second half of 2023, according to Quanta Computer vice chairman CC Leung, adding that companies should still stay cautious over the year......»»
Insomnia, headaches, and stomach pains: Researcher examines the hidden costs of gig workers" flexibility
The ever-expanding gig economy has brought with it the rise of the independent contractor, from delivery drivers to personal shoppers and dog walkers. Compared to traditional employees, independent contractors are classified as self-employed and do n.....»»
Vendors not behind in releasing miniLED notebooks
Despiting the rising popularity of OLED panels among notebook brands, miniLED-based displays have also been expanding their presence in the notebook market......»»
More panel makers gearing up for OLED notebook displays
More panel makers, including BOE Technology and Sharp, have begun churning out OLED displays for notebook applications as notebook brands have added more OLED-based models to their offerings......»»
Compal looks to non-notebooks for 2023 growth
ODM Compal Electronics has warned its notebook shipments may suffer a decline this year, but shipments for non-notebook applications such as servers, automotive electronics, and wearables will see double-digit growth......»»
MacBook shipments to nearly halve in 1Q23
Shipments of the Apple MacBook will likely drop 40-50% sequentially in the first quarter of 2023, according to sources in the supply chain for the notebook series......»»
DDI chip vendors eye increasing demand from OLED notebook sector
Taiwan-based IC suppliers for OLED DDI chips are poised to land increasing orders from the notebook sector in addition to current mainstream applications for handsets, tablets and wearable devices, according to industry sources......»»
Quanta, Compal, Inventec see decreased December revenues
Notebook ODMs Quanta Computer, Compal Electronics, and Inventec saw respective December consolidated revenues decrease on month and on year, according to the companies......»»
Reserve Samsung’s next Galaxy Book laptop and get up to $100 credit
If you put your name down to reserve the next generation of the Samsung Galaxy Notebook, you'll automatically get a $50 credit......»»
Taiwan notebook ODMs experienced shipment drops in 2022
Taiwan-based notebook ODMs Quanta Computer, Compal Electronics, and Wistron all saw their notebook shipments register double-digit decreases in 2022, while Inventec's shipments dropped by a smaller 7% on year......»»
Daily Deals Jan. 9: $300 off eufy Clean by Anker RoboVac, LG 65" 4K Smart TV for $1,649 & more
Monday's best deals include $150 off a 2022 MacBook Pro, 21% off a new Amazon Halo Rise Bedside Sleep Tracker, 27% off an Apple iMac, and 48% off an HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 13.3" HD Notebook.Get 21% off Amazon Halo RiseThe AppleInsider team reviews de.....»»
Supply chain disruption limited as NB industry corrects inventory, according to DIGITIMES Research
As China is reopening to the world amid a domestic resurgence of infections, how will China's role as the world's dominant production site for notebook PCs change in the long run? Will there be another disruption in the supply chain this year around.....»»
New Asustek notebook equipped with SiP CPU module from USI
Design and manufacturing services (DMS) provider Universal Scientific Industrial (USI), a subsidiary of ASE Group, has announced it worked with Asustek Computer to develop the vendor's new-generation Zenbook. The model was showcased during the Consum.....»»
Acer introduces Nitro and Swift notebooks powered by AMD Ryzen 7000 processors
Acer has announced the new Nitro 16 and Nitro 17 gaming notebooks and the new Swift Go 14 notebook powered by AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors......»»