Hardware
Intel Spins Off FPGA Business as New Independent Company ‘Altera’ to Bolster AI and Edge Capabilities
March 01, 2024 – In a significant move, Intel has announced the formation of a wholly-owned and independently operated FPGA company, “Altera,” following the establishment and independent accounting of Intel Foundry. Known for inventing the world’s first programmable logic device, particularly renowned for its FPGA technology, Altera was acquired by Intel in 2015 for $16.7…
Samsung Unveils Industry-First 36GB 12H HBM3E DRAM, Revolutionizing AI and High-Capacity Memory Markets
February 27, 2024 – Samsung Electronics announced today that it has successfully developed the industry’s first 36GB 12H (12-layer stacked) HBM3E DRAM, solidifying its leadership position in the high-capacity HBM market. Utilizing TSV (Through Silicon Via) technology, Samsung achieved the industry’s largest 36GB HBM3E 12H capacity by stacking 24Gb DRAM chips to 12 layers. This…
Samsung’s Mysterious Galaxy Ring Unveiled: A Glimpse into the Future of Wearable Tech
February 26, 2024 – At last month’s Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung teased a brand-new category of wearable devices with a stunning video and a mysterious name – Galaxy Ring. Now, we have gained some additional insights into this intriguing ring, which is expected to hit the market later this year. Prior to the Mobile World…
Vision Pro Teardown Reveals Component Costs and Suppliers
February 26, 2024 – According to Japanese media reports, research firm Fomalhaut Techno Solutions has conducted a teardown analysis of the Vision Pro, identifying the manufacturers of its key components and estimating their procurement prices. The cost of the device and its components is estimated to be approximately 1,200,whichisroughlyone−thirdofitssellingpriceof3,499. In terms of cost breakdown by…
Apple Secures Patent for Enhanced Digital Crown with Touch and Light Sensors
February 21, 2024 – In a recent development, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted a patent to Apple Inc. for a technology related to the Apple Watch, integrating touch and light sensors into the Digital Crown. According to the patent description, the “Digital Crown is equipped with a photosensitive surface that…
Samsung Launches Adorable Panda-Themed Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Bao Package in South Korea
February 19, 2024 – Samsung has recently announced the launch of a unique and adorable addition to its product line in South Korea, the “Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Bao Package.” This special edition is inspired by the birth of two pandas, “Rui Bao” and “Hui Bao,” who were born on July 7, 2023, at the…
Meta Overhauls UI for Quest Headsets, Promises Richer Mixed Reality Experience
February 18, 2024 – Meta’s Chief Technology Officer, Andrew Bosworth, has announced that the company is undertaking a “fundamental UI infrastructure overhaul” for its Meta Quest headsets. This overhaul aims to deliver an enhanced user experience and a “richer environment” for users. During the latest Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on Instagram on February 14th,…
Voigtlander Introduces COLOR-SKOPAR 18mm F2.8 Aspherical Lens for Fujifilm X-Series Cameras
February 18, 2024 – Voigtlander has announced the release of its COLOR-SKOPAR 18mm F2.8 Aspherical wide-angle lens, compatible with Fujifilm’s X-series APS-C cameras via the X-mount. With an effective focal length equivalent to the widely used 28mm wide-angle focal length in the APS-C format, this lens boasts a minimum focusing distance of 0.17m. It features…
Sony’s Upcoming WH-XB920N Headphones: Bluetooth 5.2, Enhanced ANC, and More
February 16, 2024 – Sony’s newly certified Bluetooth headphones, carrying the model number YY2981, are anticipated to be the successor of the WH-XB910N (model YY2951), tentatively named the WH-XB920N. This upcoming model boasts support for Bluetooth 5.2, offering improved connectivity and range. Recent sightings of the headphones at ATT Bolivia have revealed some intriguing technical…
Apple Vision Pro Hits Shelves at US$3499: Reset Process Raises Data Loss Concerns
February 06, 2024 – The long-awaited Apple Vision Pro, priced at a hefty US$3499 (roughly equivalent to RMB 25,000), has officially hit the shelves. Early adopters of the Vision Pro have raised concerns about the potential hassle of losing access to their device in the event of a forgotten password. Apple has clarified that in…