Notebook ODMs mull hiking quotes to reflect rising components costs
Taiwan-based notebook ODMs plan to raise their quotes to reflect rising component prices that have been heaping pressure on their production costs, according to industry sources......»»
Traditional automakers" EVs surpass Teslas in J.D. Power satisfaction study
Overall consumer satisfaction with vehicles is rising, especially on fuel economy, but infotainment systems continue to fall short......»»
Apple"s iPhone shipments are still getting squeezed in China by rising rivals
Apple's fortunes in China may be getting worse in the short term, with iPhone shipments for the second quarter reportedly down year-on-year as local rivals increase competition.Apple's Head of Retail, Deirdre O'Brien, in Apple Sanlitun, BeijingApple.....»»
Diamond Shruumz candies suspected of causing second death, FDA reports
Hospitalizations also still rising with tally at 38. Enlarge (credit: Diamond Shruumz) Authorities have identified a second death that may have been caused by Diamond Shruumz microdosing candies, which are under investig.....»»
Study identifies best bioenergy crops for sustainable aviation fuels by US region, policy goals
Researchers analyzed the financial and environmental costs and benefits of four biofuels crops used to produce sustainable aviation fuels in the U.S. They found that each feedstock—corn stover, energy sorghum, miscanthus or switchgrass—performed.....»»
Heat-sensitive trees moving uphill due to rising temperatures, study finds
Trees in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest are migrating in search of more favorable temperatures, with species in mountain forests moving uphill to escape rising heat caused by climate change, a new study reveals......»»
Protect the child, save the adult: An opportunity to cut Australia"s welfare costs by nearly 40%
New research from the University of South Australia shows that people who have suffered child abuse or neglect are three times more likely to access government income support payments in early adulthood, underlining the costly and long-term effects o.....»»
India makes it cheaper to import and manufacture iPhones
India is cutting back its import duty on iPhones and also selected iPhone components, meaning it will cost Apple less to bring in completed phones, and to make new ones locally.Mumbai, IndiaAt least one reason that Apple even began producing iPhones.....»»
Hands-on with what’s new for Apple Maps in iOS 18
The major upgrade for Apple Maps with iOS 18 is topographic hiking trails (same with iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, and macOS Sequoia). New features include detailed planning and guidance for custom hikes, the ability to save the maps offline, elevation deta.....»»
Party"s over: Apple tries to shrink costs of Apple TV+ productions
Billions have been spent on Apple TV+ original TV shows and movies, but now there is more pressure to control how the massive budgets are spent on productions.Foundation for Apple TV+ had a budget of $5M per episodeLike other major streaming services.....»»
US to phase out federal purchase of single-use plastics
President Joe Biden's administration on Friday announced plans to phase out single-use plastics in all federal operations by 2035, as part of a broader effort to combat what it deemed a rising global crisis......»»
Baby bull sharks are thriving in Texas and Alabama bays as the Gulf of Mexico warms
In late spring, estuaries along the U.S. Gulf Coast come alive with newborn fish and other sea life. While some species have struggled to adjust to the region's rising water temperatures in recent years, one is thriving: juvenile bull sharks......»»
Study highlights potential for genetic manipulation in cucumber breeding
The CLAVATA (CLV) signaling pathway is crucial for controlling flower and fruit development by regulating the shoot apical meristem (SAM) size. Despite its significance, the downstream signaling components in crops remain largely unknown. Understandi.....»»
The cost of eating healthy: NZ fruit and veg prices are going up way faster than processed food
The rising price of food has been making headlines for the past decade. But prices have not been rising consistently across all food groups—and this has major health implications for New Zealanders......»»
Kuo: Apple delays plans for new space-saving iPhone internal design
Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Apple has once again delayed its plans to use new resin-coated copper (RCC) components in the iPhone. This change, which would save internal space for the iPhone, was originally rumored to occur with the iPhone 16, then dela.....»»
Rumored thin motherboard for iPhone 17 allegedly dropped over quality issues
The iPhone 17 range may not utilize the rumored thinner motherboard after all. It would have reduced costs and also increased available space for other components.A motherboard or mainboard (source: Ming-Chi Kuo)Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo broke the news of.....»»
Insurance companies ask court to shield them from lender"s settlement costs
Three liability insurance companies have sued to avoid covering defense and settlement costs incurred by third-party lender Nicholas Financial in a separate class-action case involving allegations of deceptive and illegal loan-related practices......»»
Streaming’s bundling obsession ignores the real problem with subscription costs
Opinion: Subscribers keep paying more and getting the same. Enlarge (credit: Getty) Video streaming providers have a big churn problem. While many streaming companies are not profitable yet, the entire industry is grap.....»»
Research evaluates strategy for supply chains under pressure
Recent upheavals in the global market have put supply chains under immense pressure, and the logistics and road transportation sectors are struggling to keep pace with geopolitical tensions, rampant inflation, and the rising demand for sustainability.....»»
AMD has a new motherboard, but you should avoid it at all costs
AMD is introducing the B840 motherboard chipset, which sounds like a slightly downgraded version of B850. It cuts a major feature, however......»»
Coastal dealers talk insurance costs, hurricane preparation know-how
NOAA expects a more active Atlantic hurricane season. Dealers, already wary of higher insurance cost,s are monitoring it......»»