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The Chip Insider® – Taiwan’s Earthquake: Follow-up
Follow-up to the 5 April Chip Insider on the Hualien City earthquake. As predicted in this write-up, so far the earthquake has had no measurable impact. TSMC proved it definitively this time as their people polished the company’s reputation for being the “trusted capacity provider”.
Auto IC Sales growth muted YoY the week ending April 19, 2024
Semiconductor sales increased 1% last week and were up 23% from this time last year. Zooming in on Auto IC, the 13-week MA was flat YoY last week. TechInsights forecasts Auto IC sales will modestly increase 3% to $44 billion in 2024.
S32N Processors Consolidate ECUs
NXP’s new S32N55, part of a new S32N processor family and the newly announced CoreRide brand, centralizes core driving functions that are currently implemented in localized ECUs.
Exploring Tesla's Full Self-Driving
Embark on a journey with TechInsights as we explore the world of Tesla's advanced Full Self-Driving (FSD) driving capabilities.
Unlocking Insights: SoC Design Analysis Q1 2024 Briefing
This briefing features key innovations in the latest new technologies: TSMC 3 nm and Intel 4 nm, and the disruptive SMIC 7 nm N+2, through the lens of digital gates and standard cell libraries. Discover our latest benchmarking on scaling and transistor density metrics of leading flagship SoCs like the Apple A17, HiSilicon Kirin 9010, and MediaTek Dimensity 9200.
HiSilicon Kirin 9010 Powers the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra
HiSilicon Kirin 9010 Powers the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra Discover the groundbreaking technology behind Huawei's Pura 70 Ultra smartphone, powered by the innovative HiSilicon Kirin 9010 processor. Delve into our in-depth analysis by the TechInsights team
Can AI Microprocessors be Sustainable? New NVIDIA Blackwell Chip Points to a Breakthrough for High Tech Industry
TechInsights’ sustainability tools provide a clearer view of the NVIDIA Blackwell platform’s sustainability, including cradle-to-gate carbon footprint and power consumption, compared to its predecessors.
Global Smartphone Wholesale Revenue: 5-Year Growth Projection
In 2023, global smartphone sell-through wholesale ASP hit a historic high, signaling robust revenue growth potential until 2029, as outlined in TechInsights' "Smartphone Revenues and ASP Forecasts by 88 Countries" report.
Huawei Pura 70 Ultra Teardown
Uncover the secrets of the Huawei Pura Ultra 70 with our in-depth teardown analysis. From the Kirin 9010 chipset to the innovative camera system, learn what sets this device apart.
Samsung to be the Pro AI Generative Smartphone Leader in 2024
Samsung to be the Pro AI Generative Smartphone Leader in 2024 Samsung leads the charge in generative AI smartphones with the S24 series, revolutionizing user experiences. With Apple's entry on the horizon, expect a dynamic shift in smartphone
Ambiq Brings Low-Power AI to the Edge
Ambiq’s Apollo510 microcontroller pairs the company’s subthreshold energy-efficient design technology with vector acceleration performance to bring more AI capability to edge devices.
Renesas MCU Tests RISC-V Demand
Renesas is testing demand for RISCV-based microcontrollers, introducing the first of what could be a series of such processors, the R9A02G021, targeting low-cost applications.
Notebook PC Market Surges: 7% Growth Signals Strong Start to 2024
The first quarter of 2024 witnessed a resilient performance in the notebook PC market, with shipments growing compared to the same period last year.
Touching New Heights: The Booming Smartphone Fingerprint Sensor Market of 2023
In 2023, the Smartphone Fingerprint Sensor market saw a notable 4% annual unit growth, driven by a surge in adoption of Fingerprint-On-Display (FoD) and Capacitive sensor products.
A Tale of Three Phone Chips: Eco Edition
TechInsights discovered a 20% gap in carbon emissions from manufacturing the semiconductors of three flagship phones, despite smartphones being typically evaluated based on screen size, processor speed, and camera resolution.
Huawei Pura 70 Series: Redefining 5G Connectivity and Premium Innovation
Featuring four distinct models and boasting cutting-edge technology like Kirin 5G chipsets and innovative camera systems, these smartphones are poised to make a significant impact.
Huawei Mate 60 Pro Mobile RF Architecture Proves They Can Compete with Top-Tier Smartphone OEMs
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