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TechInsights' Automotive Semiconductor Market Outlook
The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift, with electrification emerging as a driving force.
HiSilicon Kirin 9000s (SMIC 7nm, N+2) Process Flow Analysis
This report provides an analysis of the process flow and integration used in the manufacture of the HiSilicon 9000s (Hi36A0 GFCV120) SoC die that powers the latest flagship smartphone, the Mate 60 Pro, released in September 2023, from China-based Huawei, a surprise announcement despite US sanctions.
ams OSRAM Mira050, 1/7″ Format, 0.5MP Resolution, 2.79μm Pixel Pitch Stacked Back-Illuminated NIR Enhanced Voltage Domain Global Shutter CMOS Image Sensor Device Essentials Folder
This device essentials folder (DEF) presents the ams OSRAM Mira050, 1/7″ Format, 0.5MP Resolution, 2.79 µm Pixel Pitch Stacked Back-Illuminated NIR Enhanced Voltage Domain Global Shutter CMOS Image Sensor.
onsemi AR0823AT, 1/1.8″ Format, 8.3MP Resolution, 2.1μm Pixel Pitch, Stacked Back-Illuminated HDR and LFM CMOS Image Sensor (Hyperlux(TM) Super-Exposure Pixel Sensor) Device Essentials Folder
This report analyzes the onsemi AR0823AT which features a 1/1.8″ format, 8.3 MP resolution, 2.1 µm pixel pitch, stacked back-illuminated HDR and LFM CMOS image sensor for automotive applications.
USA: Smartphone Shipments & Marketshare by Model: Q3 2023
The United States is the world's most influential smartphone market. It delivers high volume and revenue to device makers, component suppliers, and operators.
Deep Dive Teardown of the Huawei Mate X5 ALT-AL10 Smartphone
The Huawei Mate X5 is a new foldable smartphone from Huawei. It is 14.76 mm thick at the thickest part when folded and 8.82 mm thick when unfolded.
Survey Plus Teardown of the Apple iPhone 15 A2846 Smartphone
The iPhone 15 features the 64-bit ARM based Apple’s A16 Bionic APL1W10 - the hexa-core applications processor, combining two Everest high-performance cores with four Sawtooth energy-efficient cores built on a TSMC 4nm process node die (N4P).
TechInsights' Semiconductor Analytics Report
TechInsights' Semiconductor Analytics Report
Global Smartphone Monthly Shipments (Sell In), Sales (Sell Through) and Inventory Variance by Vendor: November 2023
TechInsights tracked global smartphone shipments (sell in) and they increased 5% YoY in October 2023 and global smartphone sales (sell through) grew 2% YoY.
Japan Handset Vendor Marketshare by Operator : Q3 2023
Japan handset shipments grew by 8% annually in Q3 2023. As usual, Apple continued to capture top positions through all local Japanese operators including Rakuten Mobile.
Autonomous Vehicles and Sensors Market Scenarios - Nov 2023
This annual update to the TechInsights Autonomous Vehicles and Sensors Market Scenarios sees a boost for the expected penetration of L3 vehicles, but a small delay to the predicted adoption of fully autonomous L4 solutions.
onsemi Automotive M3S EliteSiC 1200V SiC Process Flow Analysis
This report provides an analysis of the process flow and integration used in the manufacture of the onsemi NVH4L022N120M3S Automotive M3S EliteSiC 1200 V 22 mΩ N-Channel SiC Power MOSFET module.
TechInsights for Fabless Semiconductor
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Customer Sentiment Remains Cautious Despite Improving Fundamentals (November Update)
Order activity for semiconductor equipment increased to 64 °F. With the holidays right around the corner, order activity for the Mobile and Consumer segments are increasing.
Sunwoda-Amperex Technology Limited A2519 Lithium-Ion Battery (Apple MacBook 14" Pro 2023) Battery Characterization
The Apple MacBook Pro 14", as an important market-leading laptop computer, is powered by six battery cells connected in 3S2P configuration. It is curious how the three battery cell types compare. Recently at TechInsights, the MacBook Pro 14" was characterized for its morphological, structural, and chemical characteristics in a battery essentials report (BEF-2302-801).
Shared Mobility Leader Free2Move Strengthens Service with AI Tech, EVs
Stellantis’ car rental, sharing, and subscription service Free2Move is rolling out AI-based technology that detects damage on vehicles in real time.
Global Smartwatch Sales Forecast for 88 Countries: 2012 to 2028
Global smartwatch unit sales are expected to grow by 9% in 2024 despite a slowing global economy and geopolitical turbulence. North America, Western Europe, China and developed Asia will be the leading territories to target for volume and value.
Deep Dive Teardown of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 A2986 Smartwatch
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a minor upgrade over the first-gen Watch Ultra. It features the same titanium case, same set of sensors, and an OLED display with the same resolution but with a much higher peak brightness of 3000 nits – the brightest display ever sold by Apple, and a slightly bigger battery (2,190 Wh vs. 2,105 Wh).