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.

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.

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.

A huge number of second-tier MICROVENDORS are playing a meaningful role in the global wearables market, flooding the market with new, niche, and segmented offerings.

TechInsights has lowered smartphone forecast numbers in 2023 and 2024, considering the mixed China market after re-opening, on-going geo-political tensions, and macroeconomic headwinds. Global smartphone shipment is expected to fall -5% YoY in 2023, followed by a rebound of +4% YoY in 2024.

TechInsights has lowered handset and smartphone sales forecast numbers from 2023 onwards due to the uncertain China demand after re-opening, geo-political tensions, and macroeconomic headwinds across the globe. We expect global handset and smartphone will continue the downturn track in 2023.

In-car package has improved since the evolution and adoption of electric vehicles resulting in consumers spending a lot more money and time in the car. However there are still a number of things that require attention for delivering better user experience and improvements that are suitable for all users.

The TechInsights Auto Semi Index maintained its growth trajectory growing by over 5 percent quarter-on-quarter. Strong performers included onsemi, Micron and STMicroelectronics, while results from Infineon, NXP, Rohm and Texas Instruments were below the industry average.

The global cellular baseband processor market declined 25 percent year-on-year in Q2 2023 as the industry weathers through the 3rd consecutive quarter of market contraction. All major baseband vendors continue to experience OEM inventory adjustments which are expected to continue in the short term.

The RF GaAs device revenue declined in 2022 amid headwinds from persistent supply chain issues, geopolitical tensions, and a high inflationary macro environment. Total RF GaAs device revenue (merchant and captive, excluding foundry) was worth about US$8 billion in 2022, a decrease from 2021.