Microsoft’s Ex-CEO Ballmer Tops Founder Gates in Wealth for the First Time, Ranking 6th Globally
July 02, 2024 – According to the latest data released by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Steve Ballmer has surpassed Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates to become the world’s sixth-richest person, with a net worth of $157.2 billion. Media reports cite two primary reasons for Ballmer’s rise in wealth relative to Gates. Firstly, Ballmer, who remains the…
MediaTek Collaborates with Vietnamese Enterprises to Launch ‘Made in Vietnam’ Chips
July 02, 2024 – At the end of June, Finbarr Moynihan, Global Marketing General Manager and Vice President of MediaTek, announced that they are collaborating with multiple Vietnamese enterprises to develop “Made in Vietnam” chips. According to reports from Vietnamese media, Vietnam Investment Review and VnExpress, Moynihan stated at an event in Ho Chi Minh…
Samsung’s M14 OLED Panels to Feature in Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max and Google’s Pixel 9
July 02, 2024 – According to a report by ETNews, a Korean media outlet, both Apple and Google are set to adopt Samsung’s cutting-edge “M14” OLED display panels in their flagship devices launching later this year. The report states that the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be the first to feature…
LG Energy and CATL Partner to Provide LFP Batteries for Renault’s Electric Cars
July 02, 2024 – LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced on Tuesday that it has signed an agreement to supply lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to Renault’s electric vehicle subsidiary, Ampere. This marks LGES’s first large-scale supply of LFP batteries. Ampere revealed its intention to incorporate LFP technology into its mass production plans, collaborating with suppliers…
Tesla Showcases Its Innovations: Cybertruck and FSD Updates at World AI Conference
July 01, 2024 – According to a report by the “Science and Technology Innovation Board Daily” today, Tesla is set to showcase its latest advancements in artificial intelligence technology at the upcoming World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2024. The company will exhibit its Cybertruck, an innovative all-electric pickup truck, the Optimus humanoid robot, and the…
North America No Longer Leading Global Smartphone Replacement Rates in 2024, According to TechInsights
July 01, 2024 – Since the advent of the iPhone in 2007, North America has led the world in smartphone replacement rates. However, a notable decline has been observed since 2012, with rates finally leveling off in 2019 to match those of other regions. According to recent research conducted by the TechInsights smartphone team, a…
Panasonic Addresses LUMIX S9 Promotional Scandal, Rectifies 77 Product Pages
July 01, 2024 – Panasonic’s LUMIX S9 camera was embroiled in a promotional scandal in May of this year, sparking outrage among netizens due to allegations of false advertising. The controversy escalated when images from competing brand Nikon were discovered on Panasonic’s official website. In a swift response, Panasonic acknowledged the mistake and promptly revised…
EU Eyes AI Deals: Microsoft-OpenAI and Google-Samsung Partnerships Under Scrutiny
July 01, 2024 – The European Union is gearing up for a potential antitrust investigation into the artificial intelligence dealings and collaborations between Microsoft and OpenAI, as well as Google and Samsung, as regulators have identified “exclusive” clauses within their agreements. According to a report by Reuters, Margrethe Vestager, the European Commission’s Executive Vice-President for…
HMD’s Barbie-Themed Flip Phone Set for July 8 Release at 107.9 Euros, Retailer Reveals
July 01, 2024 – In an unexpected turn of events, HMD Global, the Finnish mobile device manufacturer, has sparked renewed interest in the functional phone market with its collaboration with toy giant Mattel. The partnership, first teased at MWC 2024 earlier this year, has now materialized into the announcement of a limited edition “Barbie”-themed flip…
Apple Claims iPhone Retains Value at Least 40% Higher than Android
June 28, 2024 –Apple Reveals Staggering iPhone Resale Value, Outperforming Android by 40%. Apple, in a newly released whitepaper, has underscored the remarkable resale value of its iPhone models, claiming that they outperform Android devices by at least 40% in terms of depreciation. This gap widens significantly as the iPhone models age, further distancing themselves…