Samsung Electronics announced sharply lower earnings for the fourth quarter, an earnings “shock” that suggested that the “supercycle” in the global semiconductor market is nearing an end. Preliminary 2018 performance numbers released Tuesday predicted the…
Apple has hired 3,500 people for their development centre here and is expected to take the number to 5,000 eventually, said a senior Telangana Government official. “Apple has taken 3,500 people so far for their development centre in Hyderabad. They will…
A few days ago, the mid-range tablet of the Korean tech giant, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016), officially made it to its home market in South Korea with a retail price of $430. While the tablet has a lot of market and sales potentials outside of South Korea,…
It’s no surprise that Pandora integration is now available on the HomePod, as Apple announced last month it will bring support for the music streaming service to both its smart speakers. However, at that time, the Cupertino giant didn’t mention when exactly…
Asian smartphone sales still lead the world market, with Asia Pacific tipped to remain the fastest-growing region this year. Handsets are the main consumer electronic product bought both online and in stores across the region, according to a new study by…
Apple is about to open its first retail stores in India. But unlike in other international markets, the Apple India stores will be a joint venture with local electronics chain, Croma. And they’ll be considerably smaller than elsewhere. India has strict laws…
The company that manufacturers many of the chips used in smartphones, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is going to be impacted in the short term by the ban that prevents Huawei from sourcing parts and software in the U.S. The company…
Nokia Philippines has launched a new concept store in Iloilo City. HMD Global, the home of the smartphone brand, says the move aims to further boost Filipinos’ awareness of Nokia’s return to the local market. At SM Iloilo’s Cyberzone area, the new outlet adds…
Hanwha Group has been striving to make the solar business its future growth engine since it first entered the industry in 2010, and that hard work is starting to pay off. Hanwha Q Cells, the group’s solar cell producer, is now one of the largest manufacturers…
With roots firmly planted in high-quality audio engineering, Revox is shaking off a subdued past to reclaim its prominence on the global stage. Based in Dietikon, the Swiss brand is transforming its rich legacy into a vibrant future, aiming for a bold…
The long-awaited Switch 2 made its debut on Thursday, capturing the attention of gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. Unable to keep up with the surge in demand, Nintendo has devised clever strategies to ensure that only genuine players can snag this coveted…
Schneider Electric, the global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, has reaffirmed its commitment to the home electricals market with a wide range of innovative new products to communicate the differentiated value proposition…
The streets of Hanoi have witnessed a significant crackdown on counterfeit products as local authorities recently dismantled a network that expertly peddled fake goods via Facebook. Among the impressive haul are 25,500 fraudulent items, including well-known…
Last year proved to be a remarkable period for Swiss private banks, as they reveled in impressive results bolstered by favorable financial markets and substantial net new money inflows. This surge in assets under management (AuM) occurred amid a backdrop of…
Bringing Premier International Meat Brands to Chinese Consumers JD Super, the supermarket arm of JD.com, is stepping up its game by forming strategic alliances with Argentina’s Beef Promotion Institute (IPCVA) and the influential frozen meat importer, Linking…
Hexnode, the leading Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) platform from Mitsogo Inc., has announced the extension of Kiosk Lockdown support to ChromeOS and the addition of digital signage capabilities to its Windows kiosk management offering. These enhancements…
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