Oppo is ramping up efforts to enhance the global competitiveness of its mobile devices by concentrating not only on hardware research and development but also on optimizing its operating system. The company aims to improve user experience through smoother software control and seamless connectivity, seeking to strengthen the software quality that underpins its smartphones. By prioritizing high-quality software, Oppo hopes to further distinguish itself from rivals in the crowded smartphone market.

Vivo's smartphone sub-brand iQOO is set to debut in Taiwan on November 28, introducing its iQOO 15 flagship model. Industry analysts project limited overall market growth due to Taiwan's saturated smartphone market and longer device replacement cycles, but foresee notable competition shifts affecting established players such as Redmi, Poco, Realme, and Asus' ROG gaming phones.

Global memory-chip price increases continue to intensify, putting fresh pressure on the smartphone supply chain. With DRAM and NAND prices rising across the board, several brands have halted new procurement rounds as suppliers request increases approaching 50%.

Samsung Electronics Co. has reportedly reached a 60% yield rate in producing its next-generation mobile application processor (AP), the Exynos 2600, using its 2nm GAA process technology. The company aims to price the chip US$20 to US$30 lower than Qualcomm's Snapdragon equivalent.

To carve out new growth in the highly mature smartphone industry, Oppo, on November 14, launched its Apex Guard technology suite designed to safeguard user experience with quality in hardware and software. The company positions this initiative as a key foundation for strengthening brand power and product sales.

Oppo has officially opened its new headquarters campus in Binhaiwan Bay Area, Dongguan, China, following an investment exceeding CNY10 billion (approx. US$1.41 billion). The 930,000-square-meter facility began operations in October 2024 and currently accommodates several thousand employees, with expectations to expand the workforce to over 10,000 by 2026.

Apple is reportedly preparing for a leadership transition, with CEO Tim Cook potentially stepping down as early as January 2026, according to reports from Reuters and TechCrunch, both citing the Financial Times. A formal announcement of the succession plan is expected following the company's financial results at the end of January 2026.

Taiwanese PCB makers Zhen Ding Technology (ZDT) and Compeq Manufacturing posted solid third-quarter 2025 results, lifted by stronger-than-expected sales from Apple's iPhone 17 lineup and steady consumer electronics demand.

Samsung Electronics has reportedly set its sales targets for the next-generation foldables—Galaxy Z Fold8 and Flip8—aiming for roughly a 10% increase over the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 lineup. With Apple expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone in 2026, Samsung is accelerating efforts to defend its leadership in the segment.

Former DeepSeek researcher Fuli Luo has officially confirmed her move to Xiaomi, marking a significant development for the Chinese tech giant's AI ambitions. Luo's recruitment is viewed as a strategic asset for Xiaomi, which has consistently prioritized lightweight AI models and edge computing over competing directly in large-parameter model scales.

The Chinese National Federation of Industries (CNFI) held its 79th Industrial Day celebration on November 11, 2025, in Taipei. CNFI is one of Taiwan's oldest and largest industry associations, with extensive membership and investments. At the event, CNFI's Rock Hsu and chairman Chun-jung Pan presented the 2025 CNFI white paper to President William Ching-te Lai.