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Thursday 20 February 2025
Apple develops first custom 5G modem for iPhone 16e, reducing Qualcomm dependence
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16e featuring the company's first in-house developed 5G modem chip, named the Apple C1. The new modem, which the company claims is the most energy-efficient...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Supply chain implications of iPhone 16e reveal Apple's strategic shifts
Apple's latest iPhone 16e combines premium features with affordability, marking several strategic shifts in the company's supply chain and manufacturing approach. While consumers...
Thursday 20 February 2025
GenAI to reshape mobile networks, boosting uplink and downlink traffic, says Ericsson
The rapid advancement of generative AI (GenAI) technology is set to transform how consumers interact with wireless communication networks. According to Ericsson, GenAI will drive...
Thursday 20 February 2025
iPhone 16e debuts with Apple's custom C1 modem – Will emerging markets bite?
Apple has introduced the assembled-in-India iPhone 16e, the latest model in the iPhone SE series, featuring a C1 modem chip and integrated Apple Intelligence. However, analysts question...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Baidu's AI pivot tested as DeepSeek gains ground
Baidu's fourth-quarter revenue fell 2% to CNY34.1 billion (approx. US$4.68 billion) as China's search giant grapples with intensifying competition in artificial intelligence and a...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Huawei takes Mate XT global, yet premium price and GMS absence could hinder adoption
Huawei officially unveiled its Mate XT, the world's first tri-fold smartphone, at a launch event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on February 18, 2025. The company announced plans for a...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Apple's self-made wireless chips push suppliers to adapt
Apple is ramping up efforts to develop its own wireless connectivity chips, signaling a shift away from suppliers. The company is advancing in modem, Wi-Fi, and RF chip development,...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
MediaTek takes lead in satcom: pioneering global standards for 6G era
While many major players in the communications supply chain have scaled back investments in satellite technology, MediaTek continues to push forward. The company consistently showcases...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Chunghwa Telecom drives growth with strategic investments; three subsidiaries set for IPOs in 2025
Taiwan's telecom giant Chunghwa Telecom has been actively expanding its strategic investments, growing its portfolio to 47 companies beyond its core businesses. In 2025, three subsidiaries—International...
Tuesday 18 February 2025
MediaTek pushes the limits of smartphone SoC performance and AI: An exclusive inside look
Smartphone SoC innovation has increasingly centered on boosting performance and improving power efficiency. However, unlike the pre-pandemic era, where leaps in technology were frequent,...
Tuesday 18 February 2025
GaAs foundry Win Semiconductors positive about RF chip demand
Win Semiconductors (WIN), a GaAs foundry, is reportedly one of the beneficiaries of Apple's in-house RF component initiative. Although the Taiwan-based company has declined to provide...
Monday 17 February 2025
Apple reportedly explores iPhone assembly in Indonesia as it navigates sales ban and local content rules
According to Nikkei Asia, Apple is currently in discussions with its suppliers to potentially assemble iPhones in Indonesia. This move would be significant for the Indonesian...
Monday 17 February 2025
Chunghwa Telecom bets big on AI to reach trillion-dollar valuation in 2025
Taiwan's telecom giant Chunghwa Telecom is setting its sights on a trillion-dollar market value by 2025, building on seven consecutive years of record performance. The company's growth...
Monday 17 February 2025
Samsung defies market trends: 5-year plan targets 'Super Premium' smartphone dominance
Samsung Electronics' latest flagship AI smartphone, the Galaxy S25, has demonstrated strong momentum in pre-order sales. The S25 series' total sales are projected to exceed those...
Monday 17 February 2025
India 5G market and development, 2025

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