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Sony Introduces the First Line-up of LYTIA Branded CIS Products for Smartphones
Sony Introduces the First Line-up of LYTIA Branded CIS Products for Smartphones Share This Post The Smartphone industry has begun to embrace the arrival of DSLR-level capabilities in today’s smartphone cameras. The introduction of large format 1-inch
Webinar: The Rise of Automotive Subscriptions
This webinar will review the progress toward this vision thus far, the barriers to adoption, and the emerging opportunities for car makers, service providers, and other market sectors.
Advantest reigns as the number 1 ATE supplier
TechInsights invites you to learn about each recipient of the 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey. This week: ADVANTEST
Retro Tech: Nintendo DS
Discover the groundbreaking Nintendo DS, a handheld gaming console with dual screens and touchscreen capabilities. Explore innovative gameplay and interaction possibilities with its unique design. Learn more about this iconic device in the TechInsights Platform's original Teardown.
Webinar: Connected TV in 2023 and Beyond
This webinar will explore the burning issues that all Connected TV industry stakeholders should be focussed on as they look to drive growth against the backdrop of a weak economic environment. During this webinar, gain exclusive insight into expectations for 2023 and what the leading innovations are within the Connected TV space.
Mobile RF Briefing
Capitalize on 5G Growth with Innovative RFFE Design Insight
IoT Connectivity SoC Briefing
Leverage the technical innovation and evolution of wireless connectivity for competitive advantage
Total IC Shipments Forecast to Decline 4% in 2023
According to the new update, after three consecutive years of IC unit growth, a sputtering global economy and weakness in key markets such as PCs and smartphones are expected to drag down worldwide IC shipments.
Sony 2-Layer Transistor Pixel Stacked CMOS Image Sensor Early Findings
At the heart of the 48 MP and 1.12 µm pixel pitch main camera in the recently announced @Sony #Xperia 1V, is the world’s first stacked CMOS image sensor with a 2-Layer Transistor Pixel.
Retro Tech: Sega Dreamcast
The Sega Dreamcast, a home video game console, made its debut in Japan in November 1998, followed by its release in other regions. Despite its relatively short lifespan, the Dreamcast left a lasting impact on the gaming industry and is fondly remembered by many gamers.
What do Amazon and Google’s Latest Tablet Releases Say about the Market?
Despite a tablet market beset by economic challenges and post-COVID saturation, May 2023 was a busy month for global tablet releases. People are using their tablets for more tasks than ever before, which is why several vendors launched their vision of what mobile computing should look like on a tablet.
Sustainability & Sustainable Fabrication in the Semiconductor Industry
The semiconductor industry is shifting toward sustainability, driven by the need to reduce carbon emissions and create eco-friendly manufacturing processes.
The Chip Insider - Al: Hot or Hype?
In the world of finance, the stock market recently witnessed a frenzy surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) investments, while other sectors struggled to gain momentum.
Sony IMX500
The Sony IMX500 is an image sensor that detects, recognizes, and classifies objects and events independently, without relying on a cloud or server connection. A game-changer in the market of mobile processors and AI video processors.
MediaTek MT6639 is Wi-Fi 7 ready!
Given the benefits of higher throughput and speeds available in Wi-Fi 7, market leaders such as Qualcomm and MediaTek are looking to ensure their systems on chips (SoCs) are Wi-Fi 7 ready/compliant.
THE HIGHEST- RATED SUPPLIERS OF TEST CONNECTIVITY SYSTEMS ⃰ - PROBE CARD SUPPLIERS
Technoprobe and FormFactor earn 5 Stars from customers as the 2023 Highest-Rated Test Connectivity Suppliers in the TechInsights Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Huawei Mate 60 Pro Mobile RF Architecture Proves They Can Compete with Top-Tier Smartphone OEMs
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