Last update: Tuesday 13 March 2012 [40 news items]
Quad-core smartphone solutions not yet mature, say sources
Mar 13, 13:56
Although HTC, LG Electronics, Huawei Device and ZTE all have unveiled quad-core smartphone models, the quad-core solutions may not be mature enough for consumers at the moment, and...
Intel launches Xeon E5-2600 series CPUs with more server processors coming
Mar 8, 01:15
Intel has launched its latest Xeon E5-2600 series server processors with server vendors and makers including Acer, Asustek Computer, Dell, Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Quanta Computer...
HTC to rename quad-core smartphone, says report
Newswatch - Feb 17, 16:23
HTC is expected to re-christen its forthcoming quad-core smartphone to the HTC One X, instead of the Endeavor or Edge being named previously and also re-name its new LTE-enabled phone,...
HTC lands orders for quad-core smartphone, says paper
Newswatch - Feb 13, 10:59
Taiwan-based vendor HTC has reportedly obtained orders for Endeavor, its first quad-core smartphone featuring Nividia's Tegra 3 processor, a 4.7-inch touch screen and support for...
Nvidia expected to benefit from new HTC strategy
Feb 9, 01:35
As High Tech Computer (HTC) has adjusted its product strategy and is expected to increase it purchasing of Nvidia Tegra series processors, Nvidia is expected to see its quad-core...
Intel to announce 40 new server processors in 1H12
Jan 3, 01:25
Intel is set to launch 40 new processors including those for its upcoming Romley platform, in the first half of 2012 with the company to release 20 models each quarter, according...
Pegatron reportedly lands orders for Lenovo quad-core tablet PC
Dec 19, 16:21
Pegatron Technology reportedly has landed orders from Lenovo for its quad-core LePad tablet PC, which is set to enter mass production after the Lunar New Year in January, according...
Notebook supply chain expects to see improving gross margins for 2012
Dec 13, 01:25
Players in the notebook upstream supply chain expect their gross margin in 2012 to improve as notebook brand vendors are turning their focuses to ultrabooks, which have better profitability...
Acer, Lenovo to launch quad-core tablet PCs
Nov 29, 01:15
Acer and Lenovo are set to launch quad-core tablet PCs featuring Google's Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and Nvidia's Tegra 3 in the first quarter to compete against Asustek Computer,...
HTC to focus on quad-core tablet PCs and smartphones in 2012
Nov 21, 13:41
HTC will focus on the production of quad-core tablet PCs and smartphones in the first half of 2012 competing with comparable devices to be released by rivals including Asustek Computer,...
HTC to unveil quad-core tablet PC at MWC, says paper
Newswatch - Nov 14, 16:55
HTC is likely to unveil a new Android-based tablet PC running on a quad-core CPU from Nvidia along with two new Android smartphones in February at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2012,...
Asustek expected to ship 1.8 million tablet PCs in 2011, says CEO
Nov 1, 01:20
Asustek Computer expects its tablet PC shipments will reach its goal of 1.8 million units in 2011 as the company launches its second-generation quad-core Transformer Prime on November...
Intel launches new CPUs and drops old CPU prices to defend market share from AMD
Sep 6, 01:15
CPU maker Intel has recently launched several new Sandy Bridge-based processors, while has also reduced the price of some existing CPUs to defend from AMD's competition with APUs.
Asustek reducing Eee PC orders
Aug 4, 01:15
Asustek Computer, seeing better-than-expected Eee Pad Transformer tablet PC sales and dropping Eee PC demand, is gradually reducing its Eee PC orders, according to sources from the...
Quad-core microprocessors in half of notebooks in 2015, says IHS
Jul 14, 09:53
After making major inroads into the desktop market, quad-core PC microprocessors now are set to conquer the notebook segment, with about half of the mobile computers shipped in 2015...
Asustek takes shipment lead in non-Apple tablet PCs
Jun 23, 01:35
Asustek Computer has become the largest tablet PC brand in the non-Apple tablet PC group with shipments of 400,000 units in the first half of 2011, according to sources from notebook...
Computex 2011: Nvidia CEO expects smart devices to outperform PCs after five years
May 31, 01:40
Commenting on the tablet PC market, Nvidia CEO Huang Jen-hsun, at a company's press conference in Taiwan, pointed out that consumers do not care whether their products use x86- or...
VIA announces new quad-core processor
May 13, 17:03
VIA Technologies has announced the launch of the VIA QuadCore processor, the lowest power quad-core processor on the market, the company claimed.
MSI to launch 2 new tablet PCs at Computex 2011
May 12, 01:30
Micro-Star International (MSI) is set to announce two new tablet PCs – the WindPad 100A, adopting Google Android 3.0 and Nvidia Tegra 2, and WindPad 110W, adopting AMD's Brazos...
Taiwan market: Apple launches iMac starting at NT$38,900
May 5, 01:25
Apple has launched its new iMac all-in-one PC in Taiwan, featuring Intel's latest processor and Thunderbolt technology as well as AMD's Radeon GPU with pricing starting at NT$38,900...
Nvidia to showcase products at Computex 2011
Apr 19, 01:15
Nvidia is set to participate Computex 2011, which will be held in Taipei, Taiwan, from May 31 to June 4, and will set up booths at exhibit halls showcasing its latest products, while...
Intel almost halves prices for Core i7-950
Aug 31, 13:46
Intel recently dropped the price of its quad-core Core i7-950 processors to US$294 from US$562 to defend from AMD's recent price cuts for its quad-core Athlon II X4 640 CPU from US$122...
Intel to launch two overclockable processors in June and July
Mar 24, 16:35
Intel plans to launch two processors - Core i7-875K and Core i5-655K - that have unlocked multipliers and are targeting the gaming market, according to sources from motherboard mak...
Intel and AMD update desktop CPU lineups
Mar 22, 12:29
Intel and AMD have both recently updated their desktop processor lineups and will launch several new CPUs including six-core and low- voltage processors, according to sources from...
Nov 2, 16:41
AMD has updated schedule to phase out several Phenom II X4 900 series CPUs, while launch a new model in 2010, according to sources at motherboard makers.
AMD announces sub-US$100 quad-core CPU
Sep 16, 16:55
AMD has announced the AMD Athlon II X4 620 quad-core processor which carries a less than US$100 suggested system builder price (SSBP). The new CPU combines with the AMD 785G chipset...
AMD announces new desktop quad-core Black Edition processor
Aug 13, 15:51
AMD has announced a quad-core processor for desktops, the AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition.
Intel to launch 32nm Arrandale CPUs in 1Q10
Jul 24, 17:10
Intel will launch its Calpella notebook platform during the period from September 29-October 23, and is planning to launch 32nm Arrandale CPUs in the first quarter of 2010, according...
AMD introduces new quad-core server processors
Apr 23, 14:49
AMD has introduced the 45nm quad-core AMD Opteron EE processor, a 40W average CPU power (ACP) processor designed for dense data center environments such as those built for cloud computing...
Intel to launch only three Clarksfield processors in 2009
Apr 21, 14:35
Intel will debut its new notebook platform (Calpella) in the third quarter of 2009, but will launch only three new processors (Clarksfield) to accompany the new platform this year,...
Triple-core AMD CPUs seeing demand upsurge on unlock reports
Feb 26, 15:14
Consumer demand for AMD triple-core Phenom II CPUs is seeing an upsurge following recent reports that the fourth core can be enabled by BIOS settings on certain motherboards, according...
AMD adds five Phenom II CPUs to Dragon platform
Feb 10, 14:10
AMD has extended the lifespan of its desktop-based Dragon platform technology with five new additions to its AMD Phenom II processor family, including two 45nm triple-core processors...
AMD drops quad-core Phenom processor pricing
Jan 21, 16:30
AMD has reduced the price of its quad-core Phenom II X4 940 and 920 CPUs from US$275 and US$235 to US$225 and US$195 in thousand-unit tray quantities, respectively.
AMD announces new server processors; details new desktop platform for 45nm CPUs
Nov 13, 15:33
AMD has announced widespread availability of its 45nm quad-core AMD Opteron processor, which it claims delivers up to 35% more performance with up to a 35% decrease in power consumption...
Intel adds a quad-core CPU to its embedded line
Oct 21, 17:11
Intel has added its Core 2 Quad Q9400 processor to its extended lifecycle support list offering embedded system and industrial PC makers the opportunity to utilize the quad-core CPU...
Touch controller maker EETI conservative about 2Q12 outlook
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NAND flash prices hope for rebound in 3Q12
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Samsung quad-core application processors
Samsung Electronics has introduced the industry's first quad-core application processor built on the HKMG low-power process technology. With performance capabilities exceeding 1.4GHz...
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Intel Ivy Bridge-based processsor
Intel has introduced the quad-core third-generation Intel Core processor family, delivering dramatic visual and performance computing gains for gamers, media enthusiasts and mainstream...
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HTC has unveiled its new HTC One series of smartphones running the Google Android 4.0 (ICS). The HTC One X is equipped with the new Nvidia Tegra 3 processor. It includes a 1.5GHz...
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The MSI GT783 comes with Nvidia's GeForce GTX 580M discrete graphics card which boasts 384 more CUDAs than the previous generation, giving it 256-bit broadband and 2GB GDDR5 of display...
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MSI GT780DXR packs Intel's second-generation Core i7 quad-core processor as well as Nvidia's GeForce GTX 570M discrete graphics card with 3GB GDDR5 display memory. The machines also...
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- LCD driver IC design houses shifting more capacity to high-resolution parts for smartphone segment
- Sony to ship in-cell touch panels for next-generation iPhone, say sources
- Google 7-inch tablet PC to ship in June with initial volume of 600,000 units
- Solar wafer maker GET reports full capacity
- PC shipments may only see slight sequential growth in 2Q12
- TPV steps up LCD TV production
- Lenovo FY2011 net profit hikes 73.1%
- Suntech gross profit impacted by US anti-dumping duties
- Trina Solar announces 1Q12 results
- TXC to increase TCXO capacity by 200%
- MILC to enjoy growth in both worldwide and Taiwan sales
- Taiwan market: HTC recaptures top handset vendor ranking in April
- Asustek to launch three new ZenBook models in June
- TXC optimistic about 2Q12 revenues
- TSMC 3Q12 revenues to grow at a slower pace than expected, say sources
- China market: Energy-saving subsidies expected to boost sales of LCD TVs
- New e-book readers face production issues with front light panel
- China and Taiwan LED firms sign agreement in Zhengzhou China
- China government focuses on illegal imports of waste materials that carry polysilicon
- LED industry enjoys high capacity utilization rates in 2Q12
- Solar wafer firms inclined to follow solar cell firms to increase quotes
- Some China solar cell makers looking for Taiwan partnerships
- Mighty Bright showcasing LED lighting lineup at the National Stationery Show in New York
- China market: April mobile phone users reach 1.03 billion
- Taiwan market: Four operators to begin selling HTC WiMAX smartphones
- Digitimes Research: Embedded and standalone integration in NFC IC development
- Digitimes Research: Solar spot prices in Greater China freeze before final verdict of anti-dumping and anti-subsidy investigation
- Digitimes Research: Solar spot prices in Greater China remain flat despite continuous demand from Europe
- Digitimes Research: April 1 solar FIT cuts in Germany to negatively impact solar spot prices
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- Step into the new era of HD surveillance - GKB to launch ForeSight Surveillance System
- iPV Tracker: TOPPER SUN's intelligent solar tracking system that adjusts the position of PV modules automatically to track the sun can increase the power yield by 30-40%
- Glacialight is pleased to expand its Navi Series LED Flood Light Line into DC
- Advantech Makes Testing More Effective, Advancing Intelligent Vehicle Inspection
- Digi-Key launches new website for Israel
- Embracing the New Generation Intel Atom Family with DDR3 Memory Support
- Got The Message? Ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of content across a mission critical digital signage network
- Emb' Store On-Demand Software Service for Embedded Computing
- Efficient Network Management for Digital Signage
- Design Benefits of the MI/O Extension Solution
- Fujitsu converts Fujitsu Toshiba Mobile Communications into a wholly owned subsidiary
- NEC reaks the speed barriers of microwave transmission with ultra high modulations
- ATO Solution to launch 256Mb SLC NAND Flash - for the first time in fabless industry
- LSI completes acquisition of SandForce
- NEC develops super-resolution technologies for fine magnification of surveillance camera images
24-May-2012 markets closed
| Last | Change |
| TAIEX (TSE) | 7124.89 | -22.86 | -0.32% |
| TSE electronic | 271.49 | -0.45 | -0.17% |
| GTSM (OTC) | 101.99 | -1.30 | -1.26% |
| OTC electronic | 130.56 | -1.89 | -1.43% |
- Thousands protest Taiwan leader's inauguration (May 19) - AP (via Google)
- 40% of employees in Asia/Pacific will be mobile workers by 2015, says IDC (May 14) - IDC
- Globalfoundries welcomes President Barack Obama (May 4) - Company release
- India gives 4G to Qualcomm at last (May 8) - Tech Eye.net
- Abu Dhabi fund Mubadala plans US$5.5 billion spending in 2012 (May 9) - Reuters
- French, Greek voters say no to austerity (May 7) - Washington Post
- SK Hynix won't bid for Elpida (May 3) - Wall Street Journal
- Google, authors go head to head over digital books (May 3) - Reuters
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Maxim's Chris Neil, senior VP, Industrial and Medical Solutions Group
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Ravi Subramanian, CEO of EDA firm Berkeley Design Automation
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Algotochip CTO Satish Padmanabhan and company VP of operations Mike Hong
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- Commentary: A Micron-Elpida merger would improve DRAM industry health
- Simon Sze and his invention of floating-gate NVM
- Commentary: Long-term solar material supply contracts increase losses during industry downturns
- Commentary: Grid parity in India may happen sooner than expected
- Commentary: US protectionism on domestic solar industry may backfire
Keeping industrial interesting: Q&A with analog and mixed signal solution provider Maxim
According to analog and mixed-signal semiconductor maker Maxim Integrated Products, the industrial...
Over the next 30 years, the world's middle class (defined as per capita income of more than US$8,000...
Turning C code into silicon in 8-16 weeks: Q&A with semi startup Algotochip
Silicon Valley startup Algotochip specializes in architecting and implementing all aspects of a complete...
The rise of China Star Optoelectronics Technology: Q&A with CEO He Chengming
The ramping-up of 8.5G production at China-based BOE Technology and China Star Optoelectronics Technology...
- Notebook market overview - Jun 2011
The notebook industry in 2010 experienced several major events that significantly changed the industry's ecosystem for the year and the industry is also believed...
- LCD TV overview - Jun 2011
Growth of the global LCD TV market was not as strong as expected in 2010 as the market continued to feel the aftershocks of the economic recession that had hit...
- Taiwan motherboard industry overview - Jun 2011
The motherboard industry began 2010 with optimism and expected to see a reversal of the previous two years' declines in revenues and shipments as the impact of...
- Taiwan DRAM module industry overview - Jun 2011
The year 2010 represented a peak in recent years for the DRAM module industry. Optimism surfaced in the second half of 2009 thanks to a return of demand on the...
- Taiwan ICT industry development and outlook
A presentation prepared for Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), offering an overview of Taiwan's key ICT industries and the dynamics influencing future development. The report is free for download.
- Standards and scale of Asia LED lighting markets
Digitimes Research projects marked growth in LED markets across Asia over the next five years. This Digitimes Research Special Report provides an overview of the standards in the major LED lighting markets in Asia.
- Development of electronics manufacturing bases in China central and western regions
The recently published 12th Five Year Plan clearly states the intention to reform the industrial structure. Central government policy has succeeded in making the central and western regions the most important manufacturing sites for the coming decade.