Vivotek fully utilizes expanded production capacity
Smart security surveillance solution provider Vivotek has expanded production capacity by about 100% since May-June 2022 and, thanks to increasing orders, has fully utilized the expanded capacity, according to company president Alex Liao in a recent.....»»
GM to co-develop Nevada lithium mine as it ramps up EV production
The automaker says it will acquire a $650 million equity stake in Lithium Americas Corp. in a deal that will produce enough lithium for 1 million EVs a year......»»
First maps of the fens of eastern England reveal saltwater that could threaten food production
The first ever maps of the shallow groundwater of the Fens of eastern England show that salt water is relatively close beneath the surface, meaning that if sea-levels rise, then salt content would affect the ability of the area to grow food......»»
Marshall’s latest Bluetooth speaker has four drivers for 360 sound
Marshall's Middleton speaker packs 20 hours of battery life in a fully waterproof body, surrounded by drivers on all sides......»»
Budget constraints force cybersecurity teams to do more with less
49% of organizations have sufficient budget to fully meet their current cybersecurity needs, and 11% can, at best, protect only their most critical assets, according to a survey by the Neustar International Security Council. Despite the rapidly chang.....»»
Desert dusts convert coral reefs into carbon storage
An international study comparing data from Heron Reef and the Middle East's Gulf of Aqaba has disproved the long-held theory that coral reefs only have the capacity to emit CO2......»»
Generations of semiconductor talent give Taiwan an edge as global competition intensifies
The regionalization of semiconductor production has become a clear trend, which may even result in many 'semiconductor powers' rising simultaneously around the world. However, Taiwan will not lose its core advantage in the global semiconductor arena.....»»
Biden Team Weighs Fully Cutting Off Huawei From US Suppliers
The Biden administration is considering cutting off Huawei Technologies Co. from all of its American suppliers, including Intel Corp. and Qualcomm Inc., as the US government intensifies a crackdown on the Chinese technology sector......»»
Auckland floods: Even stormwater reform won"t be enough. We need a "sponge city" to avoid future disasters
We've built our cities to be vulnerable to—and exacerbate—major weather events such as the one we saw in Auckland on Friday. While almost no city in the world could fully escape the effects of four months' worth of rain in 24 hours, there are man.....»»
GM"s defense arm, American Rheinmetall win U.S. army contract for trucks
The multi-phased program aims to replace the army's family of heavy tactical trucks with the production of up to 40,000 trucks valued at up to $14 billion......»»
iPhone 15 Wi-Fi 6E support would mean more capacity, less interference, better video streaming
An analyst report points to likely iPhone 15 Wi-Fi 6E support this year – giving at least some of this year’s iPhones access to a whole new frequency band. If accurate, that would mean increased capacity, reduced interference, and better video s.....»»
Apple starts making AirPods components in India
Apple has taken another step closer to moving AirPods production out of China, with suppliers in India now producing components.In October 2022, it was reported that Apple was asking suppliers to move some AirPods and Beats earbuds manufacturing away.....»»
Apple renews comedy "Acapulco" for third season
Apple TV+ bilingual comedy series "Acapulco" has been picked up for a 10-episode third season.'Acapulco'"Acapulco" initially debuted in 2021 and ran for a second season in 2022. The show is set to enter production on its third season in Spring 2023......»»
The challenge of sustainable supply chains
Modern production is global, and globalization persists through pandemics, war, xenophobia, and trade wars. It persists because global supply chains enhance product quality while reducing costs. Globalization continues because the technology of commu.....»»
Ford follows Tesla price cuts by taking up to $5,900 off Mustang Mach-E
The automaker said it plans to increase production of its electric crossover this year by 67 percent to cement its position as the No. 2 EV maker in the U.S......»»
Ford follows Tesla’s lead, cuts prices on Mustang Mach-E
Ford is increasing production in North America and Europe by 67% to meet demand. Enlarge / It's not been designed to be a Nürburgring taxi, but switch the Mach-E GT Performance Edition into Unbridled Extend if you're going to au.....»»
Even HBO’s The Last of Us can’t fully master the video game adaptation
HBO's The Last of Us sets a new gold standard for video game adaptations, but some of the game's power is still lost in translation......»»
STMicroelectronics unveiled FY 2022 results, planning US$4.0 billion capex in 2023 to boost capacity
Switzerland-based chipmaker STMicroelectronics (ST) released its fourth-quarter and fiscal 2022 financial results on January 26, 2023.The company reported fourth quarter net revenues of US$4.42 billion, gross margin of 47.5%, operating margin of 29.1.....»»
Tesla sees 2024 as "a major year of 4680 cell production"
Tesla announced on Jan 24 that it is investing US$3.6 billion to expand production facilities and capacity in Nevada, USA. The new factories will be tasked to produce in-house 4680 battery cells and Tesla semi-trucks......»»
India roundup: Apple plans to make 25% of iPhones in India
iPhone production is picking up in India, with Apple eyeing 25% of iPhones made in the country. Apple is reportedly looking to bring more China-based suppliers to invest in India despite India's barring of inward Chinese investments amid souring Chin.....»»
Sedans still have future at Honda as rivals bail on segment
The automaker expects production to increase this year but that inventory will continue moving quickly off dealership lots......»»