The annual "360°MOBILITY Mega Shows," a major gathering for the auto parts and mobility industry, opens on the 14th, drawing heightened attention to the growing role of Taiwan's suppliers in next-generation automotive technology. As software-defined vehicles (SDVs) emerge as a central industry direction, the share of automotive semiconductors and software in vehicle development is rising rapidly, according to a DIGITIMES Research report.
The timing of mass production for Apple's first foldable iPhone has become a focal point of industry scrutiny. According to sources within the company's supply chain, production has indeed been pushed back by roughly one to two months. The delay, however, does not necessarily jeopardize a 2026 debut. Projections for cumulative shipments of 15 million units over two years remain unchanged, though whether 2026 volumes will meet earlier expectations is now an open question.
