In-Depth Analyses
Due to geopolitical and pandemic, Apple has been accelerating the diversification of its supply sources, with India being the most well-known case for such transfer. According to TrendForce, India's Tata Group is expected to become the fourth iPhone assembler for Apple. Following Apple's pattern, ne...
In-Depth Analyses
Apple's plan to release the first Apple Watch with a Micro LED display in 2024 has reportedly been delayed until the second half of 2025 or later due to production challenges. However, this delay shows Apple's cautious approach to technology and evaluation. This delay shows Apple's prudence and asse...
In-Depth Analyses
According to TrendForce's research, the global production volume of smartphones in 2022 is projected to reach 1.192 billion units, a YoY decrease of 10.6%, exceeding even the decline seen in the pandemic year. However, the market for refurbished smartphones is a completely different story. Resear...
In-Depth Analyses
As we look at the global economic growth rates for 2022, one country's GDP performance stands out: Vietnam. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Vietnam's estimated GDP growth rate for 2022 is 7%, compared to 2.6% in 2021, making it the most fast-growing country among the neighbouring...
Insights
According to TrendForce’s latest research, global NB shipments are forecasted to drop by 5.8% YoY to around 177 million units. However, the downtrend in NB shipments is starting to moderate, and the projected figure for 2023 is expected to represent the lowest point before 2025. Currently, invento...