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India roundup: India sees healthy PC demand in 2Q24

Jingyue Hsiao, DIGITIMES Asia, Taipei 0

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As global PC vendors are grappling with high inventories, India experienced healthy growth in PC shipment. The Indian government may focus on compound semiconductors and silicon photonics in its next semiconductor incentive scheme.

India sees healthy PC demand in 2Q24

India's PC market experienced its fourth consecutive quarter of growth in the second quarter of 2024, with shipments rising by 7.1% year-on-year. The introduction of AI PCs is anticipated to drive demand growth further in the market.

Foxconn reportedly to begin iPhone Pro manufacturing in India soon

Just days after Foxconn chairman Young Liu visited Tamil Nadu, reports indicate that the company's iPhone plant in the southern Indian state will soon commence production of the latest iPhone model.

India shifts semiconductor incentives focus to compound semiconductors and silicon photonics

After approving four IC backend manufacturing facilities earlier this year, India reportedly plans to provide more incentives for compound semiconductor and silicon photonics projects.

India launches AI mission tender, reportedly limiting GPU procurement to local companies

India has initiated the bidding process for its AI Mission, requiring data centers and cloud providers to form partnerships to supply AI resources, such as GPUs, to academia, startups, and government agencies at competitive prices. Reports suggest that only Indian companies will be eligible to participate in the GPU procurement and service provision process.

Taiwanese IPC maker to attend Automation Expo 2024 in India

Taiwan-based IPC maker DFI has announced its participation in Automation Expo 2024 in India. At the event, DFI will highlight a range of products, including robotics and machine vision systems, designed to meet the high standards of modern industrial environments. The company will also present comprehensive solutions tailored to various industries.

India-based contract manufacturer wins telecom product manufacturing order from Tata

Optiemus, an India-based contract manufacturer, announced that it had bagged the telecom equipment orders for Tejas Networks, a subsidiary under Tata Group.