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Samsung 512 Gb 176L TLC 3D NAND from the Samsung MZ-V9P1T0 990 Pro SSD
The following is an Internal Waveform Overview containing the program, read, and erase waveforms for the Samsung 512 Gb 176L triple-level-cell (TLC) 3D NAND flash memory device (die markings: K9AHGD8U0D).
Xeon Will Reach 144 Cores Next Year
Intel plans to introduce two server processors in 2024, Granite Rapids and Sierra Forest, using chiplets to boost the number of CPUs and deliver new DRAM and I/O capabilities.
Silicon Labs Hits the Sidewalk
Silicon Labs’ EFR32G23 and -28 support Amazon’s Sidewalk protocol. One transmits using subGHz FSK; the other FSK and Bluetooth. The company provides the full software stack.
NeuPro-M Enhances BF16, FP8 Support
Ceva’s updated NeuPro-M artificial-intelligence accelerator can better handle floating-point and INT4 data, enabling developers to use different types at different neural-network layers to improve performance with less impact on accuracy.
Ceramic Electrostatic Chucks - September 2023
Ceramic Electrostatic Chucks for semiconductor manufacturing equipment reached new heights in 2022. Growth was driven by new equipment shipments as well as high replacement rates primarily in etch.
Huawei Mate 60 Pro: Re-energizing Resilience in the China Smartphone Market
The Mate 60 Pro rejuvenates Huawei's flagship Mate series, packed with powerful hardware upgrades. From camera enhancements to improved display durability and dynamic island-like punched holes, it promises to be a game-changer. But what has caught our attention is the talk about 5G capabilities.
UX Benchmark: 22MY VW ID.5
TechInsights conducted an evaluation of the infotainment system in the 22MY VW ID.5. Volkswagen have created a playful user experience with some serious technology in the ID.5 provided by the AR HUD when fitted which should be appealing to consumers considering a BEV.
Global Wearables Shipment Forecast by Type by Vendor by Quarter : 2017 to 2024
TechInsights predicts global wearable shipments will grow by 3.6% in 2023, and by 6.5% in 2024, a notable improvement after a 6% decline in 2022 due to steep declines in fitness bands and slowing growth for smartwatches, only partly offset by feature watch and hearables growth.
Notebook PC Vendor & OS Unit & Value Market Share by Region: Q2 2023 Results
Notebook PC shipments declined -13% in the second quarter of 2023 versus the same period a year ago and totaled 47.6 million. While the PC market has continued to contract versus its high point during the COVID era, there are early signs of stabilization.
SMIC 7nm N+2 in Huawei Mate 60 Pro - Uncovering the innovation inside the chip
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TechInsights' Semiconductor Analytics Report
TechInsights' Semiconductor Analytics Report
Deep Dive Teardown of the GosuncnWelink LTE Module ME3630-WC3C Wireless Module
The GosuncnWelink module is a 4G wireless communication module. While it supports the GSM, CDMA, W-CDMA, TD-SCDMA, LTE, and TD-LTE it also features integrated GPS for positioning. Is designed for globally deployed mobile devices including industrial routers, industrial PDAs, PCS tablets and digital signage.
China: Cockpit SoCs – Related Trends and Key Players
TechInsights compared six cockpit system-on-chips (SoCs) from five Chinese domestic cockpit SoC suppliers and conducted a gap analysis by comparing the performance of these SoCs with Qualcomm’s mainstream cockpit SoCs.
China : Smartphone Shipments & Marketshare by Model: Q2 2023
China is the world's largest smartphone market. It delivers high volume and revenue to device makers, component suppliers and operators. Our extensive report shows the top-100 best-selling smartphone models in China in the second quarter of 2023.
Global Smartphone Monthly Shipments (Sell In), Sales (Sell Through) and Inventory Variance by Vendor: August 2023
TechInsights tracked global smartphone shipments (sell in) went down -6% YoY in July 2023, while global sales (sell through) declined -8% YoY. Global smartphone market continued to suffer from the mixed demand associated with continued macroeconomic headwinds and uncertainties, weaker-than-expected rebound in China after its re-opening, and prolonged geo-political tensions across the globe.
Deep Dive Teardown of the Continental Mercedes EQS Control Unit NTG7 PREMIUMPLUS LFT2 Automotive
The MBUX NTG7 is a control unit used in various Mercedes-Benz car models. The unit used in this analysis is the NTG7 Premium+ LFT2 sourced from 2023 Mercedes EQS – a battery-electric luxury liftback.
Deep Dive Teardown of the boAt Ultima Call Max Smartwatch
Compared to the Apple Watch SE/Watch 8 series, Samsung Watch, and Galaxy Watch, the boAt Ultima Call Max is the only TFT display technology device. The display has a 2" diagonal (the biggest, compared to competitors), with a 95% screen-to-body ratio.
Smartphone Display Panel Market Share Q2 2023: China Panel Vendor OLED Share Exceeds 20 Percent
The global smartphone display panel market revenues declined 7 percent year-over-year in Q2 2023. The weak demand for LCD panels pulled down the market.