Vietnam bans 2G and 3G handsets
Vietnam has banned imports and production of 2G and 3G handsets, but has plans to give 2.1 million smartphones to low-income families during 2021-2025, according to Vietnamnet......»»
How concrete buildings took over the jungle
A new book shows how concrete architecture brought the Bauhaus and Brutalism to places like Mexico, Brazil and Vietnam. Amid ferns and fronds, in the drip of a rainforest or the humid stickiness of a jungle, the hulking gray mass of concrete is incr.....»»
Vietnam asks Foxconn, others, to reduce electricity use as power cuts loom
A combination of expanding electricity demand and a fall in capacity means Vietnam is facing a power shortage, and wants iPhone maker Foxconn to limit its use.Vietnam at nightTechnology companies have been expanding in Vietnam, in part to move way fr.....»»
Samsung, Foxconn, and Luxshare factories in northern Vietnam hit by power shortage
Power shortages are a nightmare to many industrial companies. When TSMC chairman Mark Liu recently was asked about how TSMC would solve the problem if Taiwan can't generate enough electricity at a shareholders' meeting, he euphorically said that they.....»»
GaAs foundries to see pick-up in handset AP demand
Most Taiwan-based GaAs foundry houses have seen a pick-up in demand for handset-use power amplifiers (PAs) from the handset supply chain players, particularly those in Asia, even though sales of handsets in the end market remain in the doldrums......»»
Professors call for further study of potential uses of AI in special education, avoiding bans
Artificial intelligence is making headlines about its potentially disruptive influence in many spaces, including the classroom. A group of educators that includes a University of Kansas researcher has just published a position paper reviewing AI's po.....»»
Google un-bans Downloader app, but developer still mad about “broken” DMCA
Downloader app for TVs "was offline for 20 days, all because the DMCA is broken." Enlarge / Screenshot of the Downloader app on Google Play. (credit: Elias Saba) Google has reversed the suspension of an Android TV app th.....»»
DEAL: Get the Pixel 6a for Less than $350!
The Pixel 6a is still a good choice for users looking for a moderately-priced Android handset. Google’s Pixel handsets are a great way to experience the Android ecosystem, as they feature a lot of the essentials you’d expect fro.....»»
Twitch bans stream sponsor overlays, and “I’ve never seen creators so pissed”
Twitch tries to walk back "overly broad" new policy following instant creator furor. Enlarge / Visual examples of the kinds of "burned in" sponsorships that Twitch's new guidelines won't allow. (credit: Twitch) A recent.....»»
Fertilizer study reveals opportunities for increased profitability for mango farmers in Southern Vietnam
Researchers from the Griffith Asia Institute (GAI) have proven that lower application rates of fertilizers do not affect the yield or quality of two mango varieties in Southern Vietnam......»»
GaAs PA suppliers upbeat about demand for niche applications
For suppliers of GaAs-based RF power amplifiers (PAs), market demand for handsets and other consumer electronics devices will remain weak, but demand for niche-market applications such as aerospace, military, industrial control and infrastructure con.....»»
Cadence and Saigon High-Tech Park collaborate to nurture next generation of IC design expertise in Vietnam
Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) and Saigon High-Tech Park (SHTP), the leading high-tech hub in Vietnam, today announced a collaboration to foster electronic design expertise and advance the semiconductor industry in Vietnam. Through the c.....»»
Sweltering heat in Vietnam"s north sparks power cuts
Hanoi residents flocked to the Vietnamese capital's air-conditioned shopping malls on Saturday to escape power cuts at home, as the grid struggled to cope with the high demand caused by soaring heat......»»
DEAL: Grab the Nokia G20 for up to 27% Off!
The Nokia G20 is currently on sale right now! For users after basic but reliable Android phones, Nokia’s recent releases are some of the most ideal handsets out there, offering buyers a blend of reasonable pricing and hardware that.....»»
Heatwave prompts Hanoi to reduce street lights as power cuts loom
Faced with record-breaking heat, Vietnam's capital Hanoi has turned off some street lights to save electricity as demand for air conditioning soars......»»
India reportedly to lift policy bans to develop an electronics repair hub
As India is promoting its electronics manufacturing ecosystem through a slew of initiatives such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat ('self-reliant India'), the South Asian country is reportedly considering lifting restrictions to build India as.....»»
Google Pixel 7a: 5 Accessories to Get You Started!
If you own a Pixel 7a, we've put together a quick list of essentials that you might want to look into. If you’re after a mid-range Android phone, then there’s little doubt that Google’s Pixel 7a is one of its best handsets.....»»
PCB firm TPT mulls new plant in Vietnam
Taiwan PCB Techvest (TPT) has disclosed plans to set up a new plant in Vietnam that will produce PCBs for optoelectronics and notebook applications......»»
VinFast recalls all 999 of its first SUVs shipped to the US
Vietnam's electric-car maker VinFast recalled all 999 of its initial sport utility vehicles shipped to the US over malfunctioning software that can lead the main screen to go blank......»»
What future industry ecosystems will be like
Judging from India, Vietnam, and Thailand's present import-export structures for semiconductors and electronics, we can imagine what the future ecosystem will be like. Major ASEAN countries import semiconductors mostly through the logistics services.....»»
Abortion Bans Are Driving Off Doctors and Putting Basic Health Care at Risk
Many physicians say they are reluctant to practice in states with abortion bans, harming access to regular exams and screenings.....»»