Samsung Faces First Worker Strike, But TrendForce Sees No Impact on Memory Chip Output
June 03, 2024 – Samsung Electronics is currently embroiled in a negotiation stalemate with the National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU), representing over 28,000 workers, who have scheduled a one-day strike for June 7th. While this may seem minor compared to strikes that last weeks or months at other companies, the impact on chip production could…
TDK Unveils Compact Mobile Battery with Same Capacity, Mass Production Set for Summer
January 9, 2025 – TDK has developed a new lithium-ion battery specifically designed for smartphones, which boasts a 15% increase in charging capacity. The company plans to commence mass production in the summer of 2025, as reported by Nikkei on the 6th. With the emergence of devices supporting generative AI from companies like Apple, the…
Samsung Eyes Collaboration with MediaTek as Exynos 2500 Faces Yield Challenges
June 27, 2024 – Recent reports from South Korean media FNN indicate that Samsung Electronics is facing significant challenges with the production of its Exynos 2500 chip. Due to low yield rates that are currently below the requirements for mass production, the tech giant is exploring alternative options, including a potential collaboration with MediaTek to…
Toyota Follows Tesla’s Lead, Opens Lexus Charging Stations to All EVs
June 25, 2024 – Toyota, despite its slow transition towards electric vehicles, seems to be taking cues from the industry giant Tesla. The automaker has announced that it will open up its luxury brand Lexus’ charging stations to all electric vehicles in Japan, mirroring Tesla’s practice in the US and globally. It’s noteworthy that Lexus…
Pixii Max Debuts: Full-Frame Camera Supports Leica M-Mount and Native B&W RAW Mode
July 04, 2024 – French camera manufacturer Pixii has recently unveiled its latest offering, the Pixii Max full-frame camera, marking a significant addition to its product line. The new camera maintains compatibility with Leica M-mount lenses, appealing to photographers who value versatility and a wide range of lens options. Under the hood, the Pixii Max…
Intel’s Ex-CEO Gelsinger to Receive $7.85M in Severance Pay
March 28, 2025 – Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger is set to receive a substantial severance package of up to $7.85 million following his departure from the company in December 2024, according to filings submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The compensation package includes 7millionpayableover18months,encompassinghisannualsalaryandtargetcashbonus.Aspertheagreement,Gelsingerwillreceive18months′worthofhis1.25 million annual salary, totaling 1.875million,alongwith1.5timeshistargetcashbonusof3.44 million, amounting…
Gemini App Hits 900 Million Monthly Users as AI Overviews Become the World’s Most-Used Search Feature
June 4, 2026 – Alphabet released an investor presentation on June 3 (local time) that showcased explosive growth across its AI portfolio. The Gemini App has now surpassed 900 million monthly active users — more than doubling in just one year. Meanwhile, AI Overviews in Google Search have reached 2.5 billion monthly active users, covering…
OpenAI CEO’s Unconventional Stance: No Plans for Company IPO
June 7, 2023 – OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, made an intriguing announcement during a conference in Abu Dhabi. Altman revealed that due to the unconventional nature of the company’s structure, there are currently no plans for OpenAI to go public. Altman emphasized that when they eventually develop superintelligence, they may make decisions that seem peculiar…
Apple’s Xcode 16 Beta: 16GB Memory Minimum for New AI Code Completion Feature
June 12, 2024 – At the recent WWDC24 conference, Apple unveiled a slew of updates, including iOS 18 and macOS 15 Sequoia, marking the latest iterations of its operating systems. Simultaneously, Apple introduced the first beta version of its Xcode 16 development tool, which boasts a significant enhancement: the integration of Swift Assist. This programming…
Elon Musk’s Call for Increased Voting Power: A Potential Shift in Tesla Leadership
January 17, 2024 – Tesla CEO Elon Musk took to social media on Monday, local time, urging the Tesla board to increase his voting power in the company. He warned that if his request is not met, he might consider leaving Tesla to explore product development outside the company. In his post, Musk stated, “What…