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[News] Kirin 9010 Shortage Rumors: Huawei P70 May Use Kirin 9000S in Some Models

According to recent reports, Huawei is expected to unveil its flagship P70 series later this year, alongside the introduction of the new Kirin 9010 chipset. However, there are indications that the older Kirin 9000S might be utilized in a specific …

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[News] China’s ICs Imports Decrease in 2023, Chinese Manufacturers Focus on Mature Processes

According to a report by China’s financial media outlet Yicai, in 2023, China’s import quantity and value of integrated circuits experienced a significant decline, influenced by factors such as the overall downturn in the global chip market and the U.S. …

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[News] Boosting Sales? Rare Price Cuts on Apple China’s Official Website

Apple, despite maintaining its position as the best-selling smartphone brand in China in 2023, is currently resorting to drastic measures to boost sales. An unusual promotional campaign featuring significant price reductions has surfaced on the official Chinese Apple website. Customers …

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[News] TSMC’s Earnings Conference on the 18th, Market Focuses on Eight Key Points

According to Commercial Times, TSMC, the leading semiconductor foundry, will hold its investor conference on the 18th. Market attention will be focused on eight key questions, including the 2024 full-year revenue forecast, advanced process development, and progress in overseas facility …

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[News] Huawei Hisilicon Kirin 5G Platform Rumored to Make a Full Comeback

According to a report from IJIWEI, there are recent indications that Huawei’s P70 series and smartphones with smaller foldable screens are set to be launched in the first half of this year, with the Kirin 5G chip making a comprehensive …

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