Stellantis reverses controversial changes in contract terms for suppliers
The reversal is a victory for suppliers, which have watched their top and bottom lines bleed amid supply chain volatility while automakers haul in profits. The move comes less than a week after Stellantis named a new purchasing chief......»»
apexanalytix Passkeys protects data with biometric authentication
apexanalytix launched Passkeys, a feature that enables suppliers to securely log into their accounts using biometrics like a fingerprint or face scan, or a screen lock PIN. The latest FBI Internet Crime Report reveals that business email compromise (.....»»
It Looks like Apple’s Given up on its Fabric Cases
Well, that was quick. The post It Looks like Apple’s Given up on its Fabric Cases appeared first on Phandroid. Following countless buyer complaints that its new “eco-friendly” iPhone cases weren’t the best in terms.....»»
Apple"s FineWoven case and Apple Watch band lineup may have been cut short
A new rumor claims that Apple has shut down the FineWoven production lines for good, possibly spelling the doom of the controversial accessory material.Apple's FineWoven iPhone caseApple put a big marketing push behind its leather alternative FineWov.....»»
Top 5 stories of the week: Stellantis clashes with suppliers; GM"s headquarters move
A quick glance at the top automotive stories of the week......»»
Suppliers scramble to avoid low factory utilization amid rocky EV transition
The uneven ramp-up of electric vehicle production and flattening EV sales growth in North America have left suppliers scrambling to make sure they're not left with significantly underutilized factories, supplier executives said......»»
Nissan cuts profit and sales outlook on sliding volume, overly optimistic plans
Nissan issues a profit warning, cutting profit and sales forecasts, as volume misses expectations and the automaker compensates suppliers for its over-optimistic plans.....»»
Struggling Nissan cuts profit and sales outlook on sliding volume, over-optimistic plans
Nissan issues a profit warning, cutting profit and sales forecasts, as volume misses expectations and the automaker compensates suppliers for its over-optimistic plans.....»»
Cyberattack on key parts supplier triggered dispute that cost Stellantis $300M, lawsuit says
The automaker lost more than $300 million in revenue because it was unable to manufacture 6,000 vehicles without parts from Yanfeng, the lawsuit says......»»
Nothing’s Newest Earbuds come with ChatGPT Onboard
The new earbuds feature upgrades in terms of sound quality, as well as built-in integration with ChatGPT for AI functions. The post Nothing’s Newest Earbuds come with ChatGPT Onboard appeared first on Phandroid. Nothing recently anno.....»»
Stellantis avoids plant shutdowns by paying auto supplier "under hostage threat"
The automaker paid MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions of Illinois to keep pinions and gears flowing to a pair of plants in Kokomo, Ind......»»
The XPS 16 is fighting an uphill battle against the MacBook Pro
The Dell XPS 16 is an excellent laptop, albeit with some controversial design elements. But the Apple MacBook Pro 16 won't be taken down easily......»»
iPhone 17 Plus display might be a hair smaller than the iPhone 16 Plus
Apple may make a controversial change, with a new rumor claiming that the size of the iPhone 17 Plus screen could shrink a bit, when compared to iPhone 16 Plus.iPhone 15 Plus [left] and iPhone 15Apple has gradually increased the display size of its i.....»»
Apple 2030 environmental goals: 95% of suppliers now using clean energy
We’ve today received an update on Apple’s 2030 environmental goals, one of which is for the company’s entire supply-chain to be carbon neutral by that date. The company says more than 320 suppliers – representing 95% of the company’s “.....»»
Stellantis pricing disputes with suppliers imperil key Jeep, Ram products
Stellantis has had production of the Jeep Wrangler and other models disrupted in recent months by disputes with two suppliers, and more shutdowns could come if the situations aren't resolved......»»
Motorola Announces a New Trio of Premium Smartphones
The new handsets go all-out in terms of design, with stylish looks all around. The post Motorola Announces a New Trio of Premium Smartphones appeared first on Phandroid. Motorola’s mission to step up its premium smartphone offerings.....»»
Apple wants an iPhone camera module maker in India
As part of Apple's continued shift to increase iPhone production in India, the company is now trying to secure suppliers for camera modules within the country.iPhone 15 Pro Max camera moduleApple has spent years trying to move away from China-centric.....»»
Stellantis’ $39 million pay for CEO Carlos Tavares draws investor ire amid job cuts
At Tuesday’s annual general meeting, advisory firms Glass Lewis and Proxinvest are urging investors to vote against approving the €36.5 million ($39 million) total compensation package, up almost 60 percent from 2022 levels......»»
Researchers clarify cryptic differentiation within enigmatic hemiparasitic love vine Cassytha filiformis
The widespread hemiparasitic Lauraceae genus Cassytha currently contains 19 described species, one variety and four forms. This genus is controversial and has not been satisfactorily resolved. Cassytha filiformis is cosmopolitan in tropical and subtr.....»»
School suspensions and exclusions put vulnerable children at risk, study shows
Managing problematic student behavior is one of the most persistent, challenging, and controversial issues facing schools today. Yet despite best intentions to build a more inclusive and punitive-free education system, school suspensions and expulsio.....»»
Stellantis clashes with suppliers spill into court, shut down plants
The maker of the Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge and Ram brands has taken a hard line toward parts makers seeking inflationary cost relief, rolling out a “no more claims” policy earlier this year......»»