Last update: Tuesday 14 May 2013 [102 news items]
Broadcom single-board Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo solution selected by notebook vendors
Nov 25, 14:58
Broadcom's new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth single-board combo solution has been adopted by Acer, Asustek Computer and Lenovo, which tend to use its Taiwan-based rivals' solutions for entry-level...

Wi-Fi still rules as CE network connections grow, says ABI Research
Oct 15, 16:32
Wi-Fi connections in consumer electronics devices will rise from 113 million in 2008 to more than 285 million by 2012 with the growth of connected consumer electronics devices, according...
Lanner introduces automotive DVR with 3G wireless and 4-channel H.264
Sep 3, 15:10
Lanner Electronics has announced the release of the VW-1104, a compact mobile DVR platform built on the Intel Atom CPU and offering Wi-Fi, 3G mobile and GPS communications along with...
Wi-Fi-enabled handset shipments growing fast, says ABI Research
Aug 28, 16:58
Dual-mode cellular/Wi-Fi handset shipments will double between 2009 and 2011, and this year is expected to see 144 million handsets shipped, with forecasts for 2011 at just over 300...
One billion Wi-Fi chipsets to ship in 2011, says ABI Research
Aug 20, 17:01
Wi-Fi seems to be all-pervasive, and in the year 2011 alone, Wi-Fi chipset vendors will ship one billion units, according to ABI Research. By the end of the following year a cumulative...
Samsung unveils three new digital cameras for launch in August
Aug 17, 10:40
Samsung Electronics on August 14 debuted three new digital camera models, ST500, ST550 and ST1000, for launch simultaneously in Taiwan, South Korea, the US, the UK and other main...
Taiwan WiMAX CPE shipment value to grow, WLAN shipment value to fall in 2009, says MIC
Aug 3, 12:24
Shipment value of the Taiwan wireless communications equipment industry in 2009 is forecast to reach US$3.22 billion, down approximately 14.4% compared to 2008, but the WiMAX CPE...
Intel to launch 32nm Arrandale CPUs in 1Q10
Jul 24, 17:10
Intel will launch its Calpella notebook platform during the period from September 29-October 23, and is planning to launch 32nm Arrandale CPUs in the first quarter of 2010, according...
Taiwan PA supplier Epic Communications entering handset PA market
Jul 24, 15:28
Taiwan power amplifier (PA) maker Epic Communications said it is turning to focus on the handset PA market and expects to begin shipments in the second half of 2010 at the earliest...
20 million wireless networked TVs to ship in 2011, says ABI Research
Jul 22, 13:57
In 2011 some 20 million TVs offering wireless connectivity will be shipped worldwide, according to ABI Research. As part of the continuing trend towards networked home entertainment,...
MediaTek gearing up new WCDMA and DSC chips
Jun 17, 14:36
MediaTek is expected to introduce a lineup of new chip solutions for WCDMA handsets and digital still cameras (DSCs) soon, with volume production slated for the latter half of 2009,...
Broadcom Crystal HD solution selected by HP, Acer
Jun 8, 11:29
Broadcom has recently introduced a family of netbook products, including Crystal HD solution, which has been selected by Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Acer, and three InConcert modules.

Alternative positioning technologies the key to unlocking the handset, says ABI Research
Jun 4, 14:58
While GPS has become a standard feature in smartphones driven by the popularity of mapping, navigation and LBS applications, GPS penetration in feature phones remains low outside...
Ralink forecasts more than 30% shipment growth for WLAN chips in 2Q09
Jun 4, 12:18
Networking IC designer Ralink Technology has upward adjusted its second-quarter WLAN chip shipment growth to more than 30% thanks to Wi-Fi deployments in China. The company estimated...
Computex 2009: Nvidia and partners unveil Tegra-based products
Jun 3, 10:54
Nvidia and industry partners have unveiled 12 new high-definition mobile Internet devices (MIDs) all powered by Nvidia's Tegra processor. These new Tegra-based devices, which include...
Computex 2009: Intel introduces new CPUs, chipset, and wireless technology
Jun 2, 17:04
Intel has introduced four new processors, including a low-power version, and a value chipset, to usher in mainstream ultra-thin notebooks. Intel CULV processors will enable new consumer...
Dell introduces 10-inch netbook for education
May 20, 14:33
Dell has launched its new Latitude 2100 netbook which has been tailored to suit the needs of the education sector.
Ralink launches integrated wireless cable modem gateway
Apr 9, 14:20
Networking IC designer Ralink Technology has recently announced that its RT3052, a highly integrated single-chip 802.11n Wi-Fi router with firmware and interfaces, has been optimized...
Wi-Fi 802.11n chips in short supply, says paper
Newswatch - Mar 17, 16:22
Networking IC designer Realtek Semiconductor has increased 802.11n chip orders to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) thanks...
Wi-Fi access point shipments to exceed 70 million by 2010, forecasts ABI Research
Mar 12, 15:33
The global WLAN market has grown tremendously in recent years, ABI Research has commented. Wi-Fi in particular has been successful because of its ease of deployment in both consumer...
Tomizone signs global alliance agreement with D-Link
Mar 4, 16:50
Tomizone, Australasia's largest Wi-Fi service and global Wi-Fi Hotspot provider, has announced that it has signed up with D-Link's Global Alliance Program agreement as a solution...
Wi-Fi-enabled handset shipments to double from 2008 through 2010, says ABI Research
Feb 16, 10:31
Shipments of Wi-Fi-enabled cellular handsets will double in volume by the end of 2010, compared to January 2008, and that growth curve is expected to continue through 2013, according...
802.11n to lead the WLAN chip market in 2009
Feb 13, 17:15
Single chip 1X1T 802.11n solutions are expected to largely replace 802.11g chips this year because the price difference between the two has narrowed, according to industry sources.
Ralink receives 802.11n orders from Asustek and Acer
Feb 13, 17:13
Ralink Technology is reported to have received 802.11n single chip orders for netbooks from Asustek Computer and Acer. The orders are expected to help increase Ralink's Wi-Fi market...
SiP getting popular in Wi-Fi chip packaging, says paper
Newswatch - Jan 12, 16:32
Atheros Communications, Ralink Technology, Broadcom and Marvell are forging closer relationships with Advanced Semiconductor Engineering (ASE) and Siliconware Precision Industries...
Ralink expects 26% sales increase in 2009 amid WLAN chip diversification
Oct 29, 14:21
Ralink Technology has reported third-quarter sales at NT$1.28 billion (US$38.39 million), up 5% sequentially and up 24.6% on year. Gross margin was 37.7%, down 3.5% compared to the...
Ralink to see sales growth in 4Q and 2009 amid continued growth in the WLAN market
Oct 20, 15:16
Fourth-quarter sales for Ralink Technology are expected to grow 6-9% sequentially, which would represent a company record, thanks to strong shipment of its new WLAN chips from new...
More chip integration expected in handset market
Sep 22, 12:18
As smartphone functionality is becoming more diverse and comprehensive, chip designers are looking to integrate more functionality into a single chip to minimize power consumption,...
WLAN making more inroads in the handset market
Jun 26, 11:07
According to new a research report from the analyst firm Berg Insight, WLAN will become the next prevalent connectivity technology in mass-market mobile handsets. The number of handsets...
Trends in the Wi-Fi industry: An interview with Michael Hurlson of Broadcom
Jun 9, 11:17
Just before Broadcom spoke at the Computex CE Summit on June 4, Digitimes had the opportunity to chat with Michael Hurlson, vice president and general manager for the Home and Wireless...

Computex 2008: Handlink showing coin-operated Wi-Fi access machine
Jun 6, 01:50
Wi-Fi access point maker Handlink is displaying its Wi-Fi kiosk products at this year's Computex.

Computex 2008: Lanready featuring Wi-Fi access devices
Jun 6, 01:30
Wi-Fi access device maker Lanready is featuring its A300 industrial Wi-Fi access point at Computex 2008.

Taiwan market: LG launches waterproof smartphone
Mobile + telecom | 40min ago
Hermes to see revenues grow higher than 10% sequentially in 2Q13
Bits + chips | 52min ago
Foxconn able to produce carbon nanotube touch panel sizes up to 10-inch
Displays | 1h 7min ago
Buynow expects EPS of at least NT$4.50 for 2013
IT + CE | 1h 9min ago
Elan shipping touchscreen controller ICs for new Nexus 7
Bits + chips | 1h 11min ago
Samsung showcases new displays at SID 2013
Displays | 1h 53min ago
E Ink unveils low temperature matrix electronic paper display for freezers
Displays | 2h 4min ago
UMC Singapore unit expands and puts focus on R&D
Bits + chips | 2h 10min ago
E Ink launches 3 pigment electronic paper display
Displays | 2h 12min ago
HannStar to reach 95% utilization in 2Q13
Displays | 2h 14min ago
Windows 8 expected to take up 5-8% of global tablet shipments in 2013, say Taiwan makers
IT + CE | 2h 17min ago
Supplies of NAND flash to be tight in July-August, says Phison
Before Going to Press | 2h 37min ago
TPK to see orders bump up in 3Q13
Before Going to Press | 2h 50min ago
Wintek expects to see positive turnaround in July 2013, says chairman
Before Going to Press | 2h 54min ago
- China-based ARM-architecture IC designers to attend 2013 Computex Taipei
- Digitimes Research: Global LED tube light shipments to reach 220 million units in 2013
- Lextar expected to see 2Q13 gross margin rise to 13-14%
- Samsung to launch complete line up of notebooks in 2H13
- Taiwan panel industry output value worth US$7.86 billion in 1Q13, says IEK
- China market: B2C transaction value over CNY133 billion in 1Q13, says Analysys
- Taiwan market: Sony to launch Xperia Tablet Z
- Asustek, Chunghwa Telecom cooperate to provide cloud computing services
- Nanjing Z-Com developing 4G small cells for China market
- China market: Smartphone sales over 75 million units in 1Q13, says Analysys
- Imec, Globalfoundries team up for STT-MRAM
- Solar industry capex hits 7-year low in 2013, says IHS
- ACX sees earnings up over 60% sequentially in 1Q13
- Ilitek to post revenues of over NT$900 million in May
- Sharp to produce 3 types of IGZO LCD panels for notebooks
- 3M announces new development of quantum dot enhancement film
- NLT demonstrates latest display technologies, including projective capacitive touch panel technology
- New Vision Display exhibits PMVA color display based on Corning Willow Glass
- AMD falls to 4th rank MPU supplier in 2012, says IC Insights
- Touch screen IC, LED driver IC suppliers to post strong performance in May
- LED maker Epistar expects more revenues from lighting applications in 3Q13
- CSOT successfully produces 32-inch Oxide TFT LCD module
- Can Ultra HD TVs avoid the fate of 3D sets? asks IHS
- After a year of decline, global flat panel TV market sees marginal growth in 1Q13, says IHS
- Sharp announces new Ultra HD TVs
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- Carry Technology Highlights Thunderbolt and Wi-Fi Card Reader Series
- Imagination says third party IP becoming a key driving force for silicon vendors
- EverFocus launches ECOR960 X1 16CH with better image quality and more affordable price
- Leadtek to Show Total Cloud Solutions at Computex Taipei 2013
- Clientron to exhibit its latest Zero/Thin Client and POS solutions along with the full product line at Computex Taipei 2013
- Embracing the New Generation Intel Atom Family with DDR3 Memory Support
- Got The Message? Ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of content across a mission critical digital signage network
- Emb' Store On-Demand Software Service for Embedded Computing
- Efficient Network Management for Digital Signage
- Design Benefits of the MI/O Extension Solution
- ATO Solution Co., Ltd. to launch 1Gb SLC NAND Flash after 256Mb/512Mb mass production for the first time in Fab-less industry
- Chilisin's miniature power inductor in 0603/0805 sizes
- Chilisin introduces Thin-film chip inductor 0201 size
- Chilisin at 2012 electronics Munich A5/159 & 260
- Chilisin sunken-type molded power inductor for MXM Graphic application
22-May-2013 markets closed
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- Apple 'among largest tax avoiders in US' - Senate committee (May 21) - BBC News
- Weak eurozone growth hits euro (May 15) - The Financial Times
- German factory orders rise for second month (May 7) - Bloomberg
- Eurozone retail sales fall for second consecutive month (May 6) - BBC News
- China economy to stay commodity-oriented, says JPMorgan (April 16) - Bloomberg
- S Korea in US$15.3 billion stimulus bid to spur economic growth (April 16) - BBC News
- Gold hit by sharpest tumble in 30 years (April 16) - CNN
- FBI probes Boston 'terror' blasts (April 16) - BBC News

Opportunity lies for MEMS energy harvesting: Q&A with Holst Centre general manager Bert Gyselinckx
Digitimes recently interviewed Bert Gyselinckx, general manager of the Holst Centre in Eindhoven, to...

Returning with stronger competitiveness: Q&A with Lu Li-Cheng, Chaintech chairman
Chaintech, a motherboard/graphics card maker, which quit the market once and returned recently, has...

MEMS-enabled energy harvesting: Q&A with MIG executive director Karen Lightman
Digitimes recently spoke with Karen Lightman, the executive director of MEMS Industry Group (MIG),...

Complete mobile platform solutions: Q&A with Broadcom executive VP Robert Rango
In a relentless competition against rivals including Qualcomm, Nvidia and Media in the smartphone chipset...
- Smartphone and tablet industry: The view from Taiwan - May 2012
Taiwan-based companies have a long and successful history of involvement in the supply chain for mobile devices, which for the purposes of this article consist...
- Taiwan motherboard industry overview - May 2012
The year 2011 saw the motherboard industry reverse its trend of declining shipments year-on-year, to post a slight 0.2% growth. This upturn in fortunes was expected...
- Notebook market overview - Jun 2011
The notebook industry in 2010 experienced several major events that significantly changed the industry's ecosystem for the year and the industry is also believed...
- LCD TV overview - Jun 2011
Growth of the global LCD TV market was not as strong as expected in 2010 as the market continued to feel the aftershocks of the economic recession that had hit...
- 2H 2012 global TFT panel market forecast
Digitimes Research predicts there will be a total of 389 million large-sized TFT LCD panels shipped in 2H12, with 195 million in the third quarter and 194 million in the fourth quarter - with the total representing a 7.6% increase over the first half of this year.
- Trends and shipment forecast for 2H 2012 smartphone market
Smartphone shipments in 2010 and 2011 both enjoyed growth of more than 60%. Growth will decelerate in 2012 due to the high base, as well as a slowdown in consumer spending in Western Europe.
- Trends in Asia LED chip manufacturing industry
Asia is playing an ever more important role in upstream LED chip manufacturing. The region accounted for 80% of MOCVD demand in 2011 and will account for 90% in 2012, largely because Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and China are the major global centers for LED chip production.


























