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Wednesday 7 January 2026

CES 2026: Auto industry racing toward software but struggling with costs

The lights at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026) still blaze as brightly as ever. However, for the global auto industry, CES...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

LCD monitor panel prices rise alongside TV panels amid supply tightness

The LCD monitor end market entered a seasonal downturn at the start of 2026, with panel demand relatively weak. However, rising LCD TV panel prices and some brands increasing inventory...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

OpenAI's Gumdrop device aims to break free from Apple, Google grip

OpenAI has transitioned production of its inaugural AI terminal device, codenamed "Gumdrop," from Luxshare Precision Industry Co. to Foxconn, according to sources within the supply...

Wednesday 7 January 2026

Sysgration targets AI edge computing growth with new production lines and US expansion

Global investment in artificial intelligence (AI) is driving upgrades in cloud and edge computing architectures, and Sysgration aims to capitalize on this trend in 2026. The company...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

CES 2026: Spotlights put on companion robots and robotic dogs from Taiwan

Small companion robots and specialized hardware from Taiwan took center stage at CES Unveiled, the traditional media preview that sets the tone...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Panasonic exits VR headset manufacturing, transfers MeganeX business to Shiftall

Panasonic officially ended its manufacturing and sales of glasses-type virtual reality (VR) head-mounted devices in December 2025, transferring the MeganeX product business to Tokyo-based...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

CES 2026: AI glasses and automotive electronics lead the way as Chinese startups seek new growth

At CES 2026, AI glasses and automotive electronics emerge as the two most promising growth sectors, with Chinese companies positioned at the intersection of these technology trends...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

OpenAI's reported shift to Foxconn signals a push into consumer AI hardware

As OpenAI expands its generative AI applications and integrates AI assistants more deeply into everyday life, the company is actively developing a lineup of consumer hardware products...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Asus claims top spot among Taiwanese notebook brands as industry undergo AI-driven shift

Taiwan's leading notebook makers have experienced significant shifts in brand value driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), according to a report released on January...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

LG Electronics India's APA settlement clears decade-long tax overhang, boosts balance-sheet visibility

LG Electronics India Limited said it has concluded an Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) with India's Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), bringing closure to long-standing transfer...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

CarUX, Pioneer make first CES appearance post-merger, unifying in-car displays and audio

Innolux subsidiary CarUX completed its merger with Pioneer on December 1, 2025. At CES 2026, the two companies will unveil new technologies and exhibits that underscore their combined...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

CES 2026: Samsung showcases 130-inch Micro RGB TV, Ballie robot nowhere to be seen

Samsung hosted The First Look ahead of the opening of CES 2026, led by head of the Device eXperience (DX) division Han Jong-hee, together with SW Yong, head of the Visual Display (VD)...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

Nvidia showcases end-to-end AI stack from deskside supercomputers to autonomous driving

At CES 2026, Nvidia unveiled a suite of AI innovations spanning data center, enterprise, robotics, and autonomous vehicles. Highlights include the Rubin six-chip AI platform, DGX Spark...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

CES 2026: Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Plus platform to power next-generation Copilot+ PCs

Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon X2 Plus platform at CES 2026, expanding its Snapdragon X Series lineup for Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs. The...

Tuesday 6 January 2026

TCL's RGB mini LED claims on Q9M TV draw industry scrutiny

TCL's marketing of its entry-level RGB Mini LED television has come under closer industry scrutiny after market research firm Omdia said the product does not fully adopt the RGB backlight...

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