Apple Mulls Over Purple or Green: New Hues in the Pipeline for iPhone 17 Base Model
June 21, 2025 – Tech outlet majinbuofficial dropped a post yesterday (June 20) revealing that Apple is currently testing two new color options for the standard iPhone 17 model behind closed doors. Sources indicate that the company is deliberating between a vibrant green and a sleek purple shade, though only one is expected to make…
ChipNL Urges New Dutch Cabinet to Boost Investments in Semiconductor Industry
July 04, 2024 – A consortium of over thirty semiconductor companies in the Netherlands, known as ChipNL, has recently submitted a joint letter to the newly formed Dutch cabinet led by Prime Minister Dick Schoof. The letter urges the cabinet to increase government investments in the chip sector. Comprising key players such as ASML, NXP,…
Apple’s Vision Pro Gears Up for Major Production Boost Thanks to Chinese Supply Chain
December 12, 2023 – In a groundbreaking development in the tech industry, a domestic Chinese company has successfully breached the production bottleneck of OLEDoS displays, positioning itself as a primary supplier with a readiness to produce one million units annually. This advancement marks a significant shift in the supply chain dynamics, particularly for high-end electronic…
OpenAI Quietly Shifts Its Core Values to Prioritize Building General Artificial Intelligence
October 16, 2023 – OpenAI has quietly made significant changes to its “core values” list, placing a previously unlisted term, General Artificial Intelligence (AGI), at the forefront, underscoring its strong commitment to AGI. As per a screenshot captured in the media on September 25, 2022, OpenAI’s job page listed six core values for its employees…
Apple Ramps Up India Investment: Third Store Under Construction in Bangalore
May 30 2025 – Amid political pressures and tariff threats, Apple’s strategic expansion in India continues to accelerate, with key suppliers and the tech giant itself doubling down on investments despite external opposition. Foxconn, Apple’s primary iPhone assembler, is reportedly moving forward with a $1.5 billion manufacturing facility in India, defying former U.S. President Donald…
NASA Announces Further Delay in Boeing’s Starliner Maiden Manned Flight Test
June 2, 2023 – The scheduled crewed test flight of Boeing’s StarLiner spacecraft to the International Space Station, originally planned for July 21 this year, has once again been postponed, as reported by The New York Times. Yesterday, both Boeing and NASA announced that the inaugural manned flight test of the StarLiner spacecraft would be…
iPhone 16 Permitted as Personal Luggage in Indonesia, But Not for Commercial Use
October 28, 2024 – The Indonesian Ministry of Industry has announced that travelers are permitted to bring iPhone 16 devices into the country, but the sale of these devices is prohibited. Due to Apple not meeting Indonesia’s local investment targets, the newly released iPhone 16 series, which launched in September, cannot be sold in Indonesia….
Samsung to Exclusively Supply Display Driver Chips for Apple’s Upcoming OLED iPad Pro
March 15, 2024 – According to a recent report from South Korean media outlet ETNews, Apple’s upcoming OLED iPad Pro will be exclusively supplied with display driver chips (DDI) by Samsung. Typically known for pursuing a diversified supply chain strategy, Apple’s decision to rely on a single supplier for such a key component is somewhat…
Qualcomm Mulls Over Acquisition of UK Semiconductor Firm Alphawave IP
April 2, 2025 – In a groundbreaking announcement tonight, Qualcomm revealed that it is contemplating the possibility of extending an acquisition offer to the British semiconductor firm, Alphawave IP Group. A statement issued by Qualcomm read, “At this juncture, we cannot ascertain whether a final offer will be forthcoming, nor can we confirm the specific…
Volocopter, Backed by Mercedes and Geely, Files for Insolvency Protection
December 31, 2024 – Volocopter, the German electric air taxi company, has filed for insolvency protection, joining a list of similar startups struggling with financial difficulties. The company intends to continue operations while seeking new investors. In a statement, Volocopter’s CEO Dirk Hoke said, “We have been ahead of our industry peers in terms of…