Wi-Fi 6 SoC demand stays robust, say IC distributors
Wi-Fi 6 SoC demand has been robust with suppliers such as Realtek Semiconductor still incapable of fulfilling the orders they have on hand, according to sources at IC distributors......»»
Urban Kenyans mistrust police even more than rural residents do—study sets out why it matters
Across the African continent—from Nigeria and Ghana to South Africa—widespread protests have taken place to demand police reform in the wake of police misconduct and brutality. A continent-wide survey done in 2022 shows very low trust in the poli.....»»
Apple discounts iPhone, iPad and Mac in China for Lunar New Year amid fears of weak demand
Apple has launched a rare Lunar New Year promotion in China featuring discounts on all its key products, including the iPhone. Chinese customers can save up to 500 RMB (about $70) on the iPhone Pro Max. Savings up to 800 RMB are available on the.....»»
Buyers demand affordable cars. Automakers, dealers take notice
Dealers and automakers are noticing a growing number of frustrated new-vehicle shoppers settling for lesser trim levels......»»
Lucid Q4 deliveries fall 10%; stock plummets
The EV startup reported 1,734 deliveries in the most recent quarter and full-year sales of 6,001. Lucid has repeatedly cut its production forecasts amid weak demand for its luxury Air sedan......»»
ABB buys tech company to give next-generation industrial robots eyes and brains
The deal to buy Sevensense, a Swiss startup, is the latest robotics investment by ABB and follows growing demand for industrial robots that can move and work independently......»»
Hertz to sell 20,000 EVs in shift back to gasoline-powered cars
Hertz Global Holdings Inc. plans to sell a third of its U.S. electric vehicle fleet and reinvest in gas-powered cars due to weak demand for the battery-powered options......»»
Ultra-short laser flashes on demand: Controllable light pulse pairs from a single-fiber laser
In an innovative approach to controlling ultrashort laser flashes, researchers from the Universities of Bayreuth and Konstanz are using soliton physics and two pulse combs within a single laser. The method has the potential to drastically speed up an.....»»
Ford battery partner SK On sees strong EV growth beyond 2024
Ford Motor Co.’s South Korean electric-car battery partner SK On Co., which furloughed some U.S. workers last year amid waning EV demand, expects EV sales to be sluggish in 2024 but remains bullish in the long term......»»
Third investment firm downgrades Apple, but expects iPhone demand to improve
Investment firm Redburn Atlantic has become the latest to downgrade Apple, although its analyst is keeping its $200 price target.Apple's iPhone 15Following Barclays' expectation that the iPhone 16 will have no compelling features, Piper Sandler also.....»»
This tiny EV crossover from VinFast will go on sale in the US
The diminutive and blocky VF3 costs just $12,200 in Vietnam. Enlarge / If our comments are anything to go by, there is a huge demand out there for a small, cheap EV. Well, this is a small, cheap EV from VinFast. (credit: VinFast).....»»
Study show dry-cleaning fluid holds promise for sustainable organic synthesis
The widely used dry-cleaning and degreasing solvent perc can be converted to useful chemicals by a new, clean, safe, and inexpensive procedure. The Kobe University discovery using on-demand UV activation may open the path to upcycling perc and thus c.....»»
Study finds biodiversity impacts of agricultural deforestation have inherent and predictable geographical differences
Agriculture is the foundation of human civilization and a prime example of our impact on Earth. Almost 40% of our planet's ice-free land surface, most of which was previously forested, is now dedicated to agriculture. As our demand for food increases.....»»
TSMC makes up for falling iPhone demand with AI processors
AppliPhonee's chip manufacturer TSMC has reported better than expected revenues for Q4 2023, and says it's due to AI causing increased demand for high-performance processors.TSMC investing $40 billion in Arizona fabsTSMC has previously been hit with.....»»
Ridley Scott’s Napoleon movie now available on premium video on demand
Apple TV+ funded Ridley Scott’s epic interpretation of Napoleon, but it isn’t streaming just yet. Following its theatrical box office run, the Napoleon movie is now available for buy or rent in a premium video on demand window. You can get it her.....»»
Silex Technology AMC Protect improves cybersecurity for critical devices
Silex Technology announced their new protection service product offering called AMC Protect, a robust software management service designed to monitor and remedy vulnerabilities. AMC Protect targets customers utilizing Silex’s embedded wireless.....»»
UK-first streaming service EE TV launches on Apple TV 4K with branded remote
EE TV is a streaming service now available on Apple TV 4K with a full TV guide and custom physical remote.EE TVEE TV launched in December 2023 to offer UK users a new and flexible way to stream on-demand and live content. The app offers a wide select.....»»
Analysis finds soaring demand for people skills in Aussie post-pandemic jobs market
Aussie employers' demand for workers with strong interpersonal skills has surged following the COVID-19 pandemic, according to research by CSIRO, Australia's national science agency......»»
EV demand hinges on reduced operating costs, Deloitte finds
Economics are the primary motivator for EV purchases in the U.S., beating out environmental motivations, according to Deloitte's 2024 Global Automotive Consumer study......»»
Daily deals Jan. 8: $249 iPad 9th Gen, $100 off iPad Air 5, 50% off Beats headphones, Nanoleaf lights $59, more
Today's top deals include 16% off an Apple Magic Keyboard, 50% off Sony ZX Series wired on-ear headphones, $900 off Definitive Technology Demand D15 floorstanding speakers, 40% off Amazon Smart Plugs, and more.Deep discounts on Samsung Frame TVsThe A.....»»
Foxconn expects Q1 revenue drop as iPhone demand falls
Apple's largest manufacturer says that Q4 2023 revenues for all of its business, including the iPhone, declined 5.4% year on year, and that it believes a slowing demand will also impact Q1 2024.Back in August 2023, Foxconn reported that its profits c.....»»