Taiwan semiconductor industry to rebound at full swing in 3Q23, says Topco
Semiconductor materials distributor Topco Scientific expects Taiwan's semiconductor industry to begin picking up in the second quarter before rebounding at full throttle in the third quarter......»»
Port strike"s end averts potential calamity for auto supply chain
The end of the port strike that shut down shipping on the East and Gulf coasts after three days comes as a relief to the auto industry, which had feared supply bottlenecks that could last months......»»
Rivian reports 36% drop in Q3 sales, slashes full-year production forecast on parts shortage
Rivian sold 10,018 vehicles in the third quarter and cut its full-year production forecast to around 48,000......»»
How to use iPhone Mirroring on your Mac
Apple’s iPhone Mirroring app is a great way to use your iPhone right from your Mac. It’s full of great features -- here’s your guide to using them all......»»
Does limiting iPhone charging to 80% extend battery life?
Both the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 15 before it offer the option to limit charging to 80% rather than 100%. The thinking is that many people don’t need the full battery capacity of the device in a typical day, and it reduces wear on the battery, ext.....»»
watchOS 11.0.1 now available with fixes for Apple Watch battery life and more
Alongside iOS 18.0.1 and iPadOS 18.0.1, Apple is also rolling out a new update for Apple Watch users. watchOS 11.0.1 is now available with fixes for the Music app, battery life, and more. Head below for the full release notes. more….....»»
macOS Sequoia 15.0.1 now available with important bug fixes
macOS 15.0.1 is now rolling out with some key bug fixes for Mac users. The update addresses problems in the Messages app as well as compatibility issues that had affected third-party security software. Head below for the full release notes. more.....»»
Ford packs redesigned 2025 Expedition with features active families want
Ford's full-size SUV gets a pickup tailgate, 24-inch panoramic display and sliding front console meant to make family road trips more convenient......»»
Rainbow PUSH Automotive Project presses ahead amid DEI backlash
Despite Ford's pullback on DEI efforts, the chairman of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition Automotive Project sees the industry continuing to be more inclusive......»»
Popular gut probiotic completely craps out in randomized controlled trial
If you're familiar with the history of Activia, you may not be surprised. Any striking marketing claims in companies' ads about the gut benefits of a popular probiotic may be full.....»»
As Wildfires Rage, California’s Insurance Market Is in Crisis
Providers are offering fewer and fewer policies because of costlier climate-fueled fires, homeowners moving into riskier areas, and outdated regulation of the insurance industry......»»
Taiwan shuts down for second day as Typhoon Krathon makes landfall
Typhoon Krathon made landfall in Taiwan's south on Thursday, the island's weather agency said, after forcing schools and offices to shut for a second day amid winds and rain that have left two dead and more than 100 injured......»»
Auto industry risks from port strike to rise exponentially each day, analysts say
One day after the port strike on the East and Gulf coasts began, the backlog of automotive parts that some suppliers and automakers import into the U.S. grew by about a week, according to an industry trade expert......»»
Hurricane Helene shuts down North Carolina facilities crucial for microchip production
Facilities in North Carolina operated by two companies that mine a crucial mineral needed for semiconductor production remain down because of the impacts of Hurricane Helene, raising worries about potential long-term effects on microchip supply......»»
The Titan Submersible Hearings End With Few Solid Answers. Here’s What Comes Next
The Coast Guard hearings into the OceanGate disaster are done. Next comes the full report—and any potential criminal investigations......»»
Hurricane Helene Will Send Shockwaves Through the Semiconductor Industry
Downpours at Spruce Pine, North Carolina, have taken the biggest known deposit of high-purity quartz offline, leaving the global tech supply chain potentially starved of an ingredient vital for making microchips......»»
Deals: M3 Pro MacBook Pro $500 off, M4 iPad Pro new low, black Magic Keyboard, Camera Control cases, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals feature even lower prices on the official new Apple 25W MagSafe Charger as well as new lows on M4 iPad Pro configurations at up to $150 off and the official full-size black Magic Keyboard at a discount. But the re.....»»
This iOS 18 privacy change could spell doom for new social apps
iOS 18 is full of big, headline changes like new customization tools, upgrades to Photos, Notes, and Messages, and the forthcoming Apple Intelligence features. But one smaller update is causing a lot of concern for social apps, and it’s a change de.....»»
Taiwan shuts down as Typhoon Krathon approaches
Taiwan shut down schools and closed its financial markets on Wednesday as Typhoon Krathon pounded its south and east with torrential rains and winds ahead of its expected landfall......»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 1: Port strike again challenges an industry that must move the metal
Labor strife, railroad disruptions, weather disasters and pandemics have become business as usual for automakers......»»
Deals: Apple Pencil Pro all-time low, new Apple Watch SE 2 configs from $189, iPad Air, MagSafe gear, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a new all-time low price on Apple Pencil Pro that is now sitting at $99 shipped. While this might be an excellent condition open-box listing, it does include the full 1-year Apple warranty and now joins.....»»