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Samsung S5KHM5SX 1/2.55”, 48MP, 0.70μm Pixel Pitch, Stacked Back-Illuminated, ISOCELL 2.0, Tetrapixel, and Super-PD CMOS Image Sensor Device Essentials Folder
This device essentials folder (DEF) presents the Samsung S5KHM5SX 1/2.55”, 48 MP, 0.70 µm Pixel Pitch, Stacked Back-Illuminated, ISOCELL 2.0, Tetrapixel, and Super-PD CMOS Image Sensor from the Google Pixel 7 Pro Rear Periscope-Telephoto Camera.
China: C-V2X Development Update 2024
This report shows the latest development status of cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communication technologies in the Chinese market including policy environment, technical standard progress, government-led demonstration pilot zones, and commercial deployment progress.
China Smartphone Vendor and OS Marketshare: Q4 2023
China smartphone market dropped -0.3% YoY in Q4 2023 by volume. It is the 11th consecutive quarter that the market posts annual decline and the whole year ended with -6% YoY decline rate. Vendor wise, Apple underperformed the market but regained the top position in China market in Q4. Honor and vivo ranked the second and the third, followed closely by the surging Huawei.
Survey Plus Teardown of the Honor 100 MAA-AN00 Smartphone
The Apple Watch Series 9 features a system-in-package (SiP) module that contains a TSMC manufactured integrated fanout package-on-package (InFO-PoP). This configuration has been observed before, but in the S9 the InFO-PoP houses a PMIC die alongside the processor at the bottom of the PoP, in a first for Apple.
Apple Watch Series 9 System in Package TSMC InFO-PoP Package Technology Advanced Packaging Quick Look Analysis
The Apple Watch Series 9 features a system-in-package (SiP) module that contains a TSMC manufactured integrated fanout package-on-package (InFO-PoP). This configuration has been observed before, but in the S9 the InFO-PoP houses a PMIC die alongside the processor at the bottom of the PoP, in a first for Apple. Multiple second sourced PoP memory packages were documented during analysis.
Smartphone On-Device AI Chip Market Share Tracker Q3 2023: Mobile AI Momentum to Propel MediaTek to Market Parity with Qualcomm in 2024
Global smartphone apps processors (AP) with on-device artificial intelligence (AI) increased 17 percent year-over-year in Q3 2023 as the mobile chip industry rebounds from a market slump. Qualcomm's and Apple APs continue to dominate the on-device AI AP rankings in Q3 2023 with MediaTek making significant gains.
Automotive Semiconductor Demand Forecast 2021 to 2030 – Q4 2023 Executive Summary
This report summarizes the TechInsights data forecast providing the latest metrics for the size and growth rate of future semiconductor demand across the powertrain, body, chassis, safety, and driver information application domains for the main light-vehicle producing regions.
Global Smartphone Vendor and OS Market Share by Region: Q4 2023
Global smartphone shipments rebounded 7% YoY in Q4 2023, largely improved from previous quarters. Normalized inventory level, new product launch cycle during holiday season, as well as the strong recovery in emerging markets combined delivered the solid results.
CES 2024: Automotive Suppliers Focus on Centralized Cockpit ECUs and Software-defined Vehicle Solutions
Automotive suppliers in the infotainment and connectivity market segments at CES 2024 focused on a mix of hardware supporting infotainment and safety-critical functions, applications to speed up automotive software development, and connected services.
Value Share: Global Handset Vendor ASP and Revenue Share by Region: Q3 2023
Global Wholesale Handset industry revenues grew by 1% annually in Q3 2023. Apple. Samsung and Xiaomi were the top three vendors. Asia Pacific was the largest region both by value and volume in the quarter.
Deep Dive Teardown of the Huawei Watch 4 Pro MDS-AL00 Smartwatch
The main frame is made of titanium, which combines features such as high strength and durability with low weight. Titanium is safe for the skin. Cover Glass is made of sapphire glass, making it scratch-resistant. The manufacturer advertised that the Huawei Watch 4 Pro MDS-AL00has 5 ATM-rated resistance level under the ISO 22810:2010 standard.
Sony CXD5610 GNSS Receiver with GF 22FDX eMRAM Process Flow (Full) Analysis
This report provides a Synopsys 3D emulation analysis of the process flow and integration used in the manufacture of the Sony CXD5610 GNSS receiver based on GlobalFoundries 22FDK (22 nm FD-SOI) with embedded MRAM. The emulation includes SPX output files that can be used as input into other Synopsys models.
Automotive Infotainment Semiconductors Q1 2024 – OEM and Aftermarket Growth Drivers
TechInsights’ Automotive Infotainment & Telematics Q1 2024 Semiconductor Market Report provides a forecast outlook for OEM and aftermarket hardware and applications market from 2020 through 2030. The OEM market opportunity for Infotainment & Telematics chipset vendors increased by 13.8% year-over-year (YoY) in revenue terms in 2023 on the back of strong vehicle production growth of over 10% YoY. Growth in the OEM chipset opportunity in 2024 is expected to be just 6% as vehicle production growth falls to less than 1% YoY.
Automotive Infotainment Systems Q1 2024 – OEM and Aftermarket Growth Drivers
TechInsights’ Automotive Infotainment & Telematics Q1 2024 System Market Report provides a forecast outlook for the OEM and Aftermarket hardware and feature market from 2020 through 2030. 2022 represented a year of reasonable growth which saw the OEM market opportunity for Infotainment & Telematics system vendors rising by 5.8% YoY in revenue terms.
Automotive Infotainment Telematics Systems & Features Q1 2024 Update
TechInsights’ Automotive Infotainment & Telematics Q1 2024 System Market Report provides a forecast outlook for the OEM and aftermarket hardware and feature market from 2020 through 2030. Reasonable growth in 2022 saw the OEM market opportunity for infotainment and telematics system vendors rise by 5.8% year-over-year (YoY) in revenue terms.
Autonomous Vehicle Start-ups & Small Companies
This database covers the key start-ups and small companies that collectively are playing an important role in the development of autonomous vehicle technology. In the spokesperson section the name is highlighted with a hyperlink in order to be redirected to the person's LinkedIn or personal profile.
CES 2024 – Electric Vehicle and Technology Debuts and Announcements
In this report, TechInsights covers the significant debuts and announcements from CES 2024 in the area of electric vehicle (EV) technologies from OEMs and suppliers. Significant trends seen at this year’s show are the growing adoption of electrification in the industrial and construction equipment sector, modular powertrain concepts, and increased availability of solutions addressing the growing demand for 800 V architectures in EVs.
Autonomous Vehicle Carmaker Announcements
This database covers all the major carmaker announcements in regards to autonomous vehicles, for both semi- and fully autonomous technologies. Comments are embedded in the "Release Date" column to give further details, e.g., "End of 2023". In this update, TechInsights has included announcements and releases of different ADAS and automated driving platforms by SAE Levels of automation from automakers and Tier 1 developers worldwide.
Tablet Apps Processor Market Share Tracker Q3 2023: Return to Growth Likely with New 2024 iPad Models
The global tablet applications processor (AP) market remained flat growth year-on-year in terms of revenue in Q3 2023. Apple iPad Apps Processor commands a 69% market share of overall tablet Apps Processor revneue. x86-based APs, driven by Intel, dropped to 8 percent unit share as tablet PC sales stalls. This report tracks stand-alone and integrated tablet applications processor unit shipments, revenue market share and ASPs for 24 tablet apps processor chip vendors on a quarterly basis, and includes provisional estimates up to Q3 2024.
Automotive Sensor Demand Forecast 2021 to 2030
This market forecast for automotive sensors in light-duty vehicles shows that the packaged sensor market is now expected to grow at a CAAGR of 3.7% over 2023 to 2028. This is above the expected vehicle production growth of 1.5%, showing rising sensor content per vehicle. Sensor types covered in this forecast include speed, position, temperature, accelerometer, pressure and gas sensors.
ANALYSIS: ROBOTICS: Global Personal and Professional Service Robot Sales and Revenues to 2029
The future of personal service robots is an exciting and rapidly evolving field that holds significant potential for both consumers and businesses. As technology continues to advance, personal service robots are poised to become increasingly sophisticated, functional, and accessible.
Survey Plus Teardown of the Xiaomi 14 23127PN0CC Smartphone
The 32 MP front camera on the Xiaomi 14 23127PN0CC uses an OmniVision’s image sensor. Three back cameras are also included. The primary 50 MP wide-angle has an integrated OIS and AF module and a OmniVision image sensor.
Apple A2731 Lithium Ion Battery (Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation) Battery Essentials
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Generation, as an important product manufactured by Apple, is powered by NMC-based cathode Li ion batteries, generating 49 mAh capacity (per earbud). The BEF includes a summary of observed device metrics and salient features with supporting images and data.
Renesas R7F702301BEBBA-C_BC6 TSMC 28nm Embedded Flash Advanced Memory Essentials
This report provides insight on the structure and materials used in the manufacture of the Renesas R7F702301BEBBA-C_BC6 microcontroller comprising a die fabricated using TSMC 28 nm HPL HKMG CMOS process with embedded flash (eFlasH). The report includes a summary of key findings, and a detailed look at the eFlash array and peripheral structures and materials used. SEM, TEM and materials analysis provide a complete look at how this device was manufactured.
SK Hynix Hi-5022Q, 1/2.8″ Format, 50MP Resolution, 0.64μm Pixel Pitch, Stacked Back-Illuminated CMOS Image Sensor Device Essentials Folder
The SK Hynix’s Hi-5022Q is a color, 1/2.8” optical format, high quality 50 MP stacked back-illuminated CMOS image sensor (CIS) with a 0.64 μm pixel pitch for mobile phone camera applications. This CIS was extracted from the 8849 TANK 3 phone rear/front-facing camera.
Deep Dive Teardown of the Samsung Galaxy A05 SM-A055F/DS Smartphone
MediaTek and Lansus have the most design wins for the Samsung Galaxy A05. The Application/Baseband Processor and power management with audio CODEC were from MediaTek. MediaTek (MT6769V/CZ) Octa-Core Helio G85 Applications/Baseband Processor also is used in another budget smartphones for the Asia market, like Vivo Y27 (V2249) and Xiaomi Redmi 12 (23053RN02A).
Automotive Semiconductor TAM by Sector by Domain
This market forecast report shows that Economy Vehicles are now the fastest growing vehicle sector for automotive semiconductor demand, with a dollar CAAGR of 12% expected over 2023 to 2028. This report now also includes data for semiconductor sensors.
Automotive Semiconductor TAM by Powertrain Type by Domain
This market forecast report shows that battery electric vehicles are expected to be the fastest growing vehicle type for automotive semiconductor demand, with a CAAGR of 26% expected over 2023 to 2028.
Automotive Semiconductor TAM by OEM Group by Domain
This market forecast report shows that Jianghuai Automotive is expected to be the fastest growing vehicle OEM for automotive semiconductor demand, with a dollar CAAGR of 18% expected over 2023 to 2028. This update has added in unit data alongside the existing dollar data. It also now includes data for semiconductor sensors.
East Europe xEV System, Semiconductor and Sensor Demand Forecast 2021 to 2030 - January 2024
This TechInsights data model presents a view of the East Europe outlook for xEV systems and associated semiconductor and sensor demand. Despite the uncertainties and challenges posed by the Ukraine conflict, semiconductor shortages, and a slowing domestic and global economy, the push towards electrification and battery electric vehicles in particular is not slowing down with volume demand continuing to grow.
Discover the latest in semiconductor advancements and challenges in the November 2024 Chip Observer. Explore licensing disputes, trade shifts, domestic tool breakthroughs, and key industry milestones, plus insights on SiC, GaN, and Nintendo.
Cost Modeling ICs in Apple iPad Air 13” – #1 The M2 SoC
Explore the cost dynamics of Apple’s M2 SoC in the iPad Air 13". Learn how TechInsights’ IC Cost and Price Model reveals hidden costs and boosts strategic decision-making.
How Trump Policies Could Disrupt Automotive Semiconductor Markets
Discover how Trump policies could impact automotive semiconductor demand, with a focus on EV sales, tariffs, and global trade.
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