Last week’s biggest event was undoubtedly the introduction of the next-generation iPhone. As expected, Apple unveiled the iPhone 5 on September 12. Nothing unexpected in the name of the new device, nor in its specifications and physical appearance; nearly everything about the phone was accurately predicted, from the display size and smaller connector to the pre-order and release schedule...
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The underwhelming 2H12 market performances have been leading to further downward PC shipment adjustments. While it was initially expected that PC shipment growth will amount to 4-5%, that figure has been adjusted to -2.5% during the second half of 2012, and may decline even further...
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September has been filled with one new product announcement after another. During the IFA exhibition, major spotlights have been directed toward a variety of next-gen smartphones and tablets, some of which included the Windows 8 platform. In spite of this, Microsoft and Nokia were able to leave a strong impression with their respectable Windows Phone 8 announcement...
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Because of the weakening global economy, the overall PC shipment rate, compared to last year, has been adjusted to -2.5%, with dwindling PC demand leading DRAM inventory levels to reach to 8 to 12 weeks. At the moment, PC OEM’s Aug. DRAM purchase quantity has been decreased to half of its original amount or less...
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According to DRAMeXchange, a research division of TrendForce, MediaTek’s recent duo core MT6577 chipsets are being incorporated with eMCP (eMMC + Multi Chip Package) function as a part of its standard memory chip design. The chip output volume is expected to increase following the leads of major DRAM manufacturers such as Samsung and SK Hynix...
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Last week’s highlight was the verdict in the Apple-Samsung patent lawsuit – Samsung has been found guilty of several patent claims, and must pay Apple US$1 billion in damages. Apple’s cases in Japan and Korean, on the other hand, were not such a sweeping victory...
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With the iPhone’s speculated September 12 unveiling fast approaching, the flurry of rumors has only increased. However, news from component makers indicates those planning to purchase the new iPhone or iPad mini may have to be quick about it – issues with the production of the iPhone’s in-cell panels suggest a shortage of the next-generation device that could potentially affect iPad mini supply as well...
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According to DRAMeXchange, a research division of TrendForce, DRAM contract price continued on a downtrend in 1HAug. As the industry enters the middle of August, the DRAM contract price decline is becoming steeper. As overall demand is sluggish and PC OEMs’ inventory levels remain high, DRAM makers are lowering prices to stimulate demand...
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According to TrendForce research, 1HAugust NAND contract prices are continuing to stabilize, with average contract prices remaining either flat or showing small signs of increase. As buyers and sellers remain divided over the future pricing trend, vendors of memory cards and universal flash drives (UFD) display a conservative attitude towards market prospects...
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As the Apple-Samsung case dragged on last week, even the judge seems to be running out of patience, hoping the electronics giants will be able to work something out on their own – whether this is a viable option or not, only time will tell. Meanwhile, iPhone and iPad rumors continue to proliferate...
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