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Apple hikes Mac and iPad prices due to AI-driven memory shortages
Apple has announced significant price increases across its Mac and iPad product lines, citing unprecedented shortages and cost pressures in memory chips driven by AI data center expansion. The price hikes, which are glo…
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GenAI Smartphones to Hit 45% Market Share by 2026 Amidst Shipment Decline
Counterpoint Research forecasts that smartphones with Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities will constitute 45% of global shipments in 2026, a significant increase from 36% in 2025. Despite this growth, overall smartphone …
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Hang Seng Tech Index Surges Amidst AI Smartphone Boom and Tencent Investments · 2 sources tracked
The Hang Seng Tech Index saw a significant increase, expanding its gains to over 3%. This surge coincides with a report predicting that generative AI-capable smartphones will constitute 45% of global shipments by 2026, …
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潜能恒信 oilfield output adjusted; Leyva Innovation leads AR market · 1 source tracked
潜能恒信 reported that its Weizhou 5-3 oilfield experienced a decrease in daily output during the first quarter, a decision made in response to current crude oil prices and operational pacing. The company confirmed that no …
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RayNeo leads global AR smart glasses market in Q1 2026 and 618 sales
RayNeo has solidified its leading position in the global AR and smart glasses market, achieving first place in shipments and sales for Q1 2026 according to multiple industry reports. The company also dominated the 618 s…
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RayNeo secures top AR glasses sales for 5th year, expands AI+AR offerings
RayNeo has achieved significant market success in the first half of 2026, securing the top sales position in the AR and smart glasses category for five consecutive years during the 618 shopping festival. The company's s…
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Apple Watch shipments surge 21% in Q1 2026, outpacing market
Apple Watch shipments experienced a significant increase of 21% in the first quarter of 2026. This growth allowed Apple's smartwatch line to outperform the broader smartwatch market during the same period, according to …
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iPhone Sales Rise 10% Amidst Broader Smartphone Market Decline
Global smartphone sales have seen a decline for nine consecutive weeks, according to a report by Counterpoint Research. However, Apple's iPhone sales have bucked this trend, experiencing a 10% increase year-over-year. H…
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Memory chip market poised for explosive growth this year
The global market for memory chips is anticipated to see significant expansion this year, driven by increasing demand. Market research firm Counterpoint Research has released projections indicating this substantial growth.
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Huawei's HarmonyOS 7 launches with AI agent framework, targets China market
Huawei has launched HarmonyOS 7, introducing an "intent-as-service" model and an AI assistant named Xiaoyi, designed to fill the AI gap left by Apple in China. This new OS architecture integrates Xiaoyi with over 2,100 …
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Apple tests camera-equipped AirPods to boost Siri's AI capabilities
Apple is reportedly developing AirPods equipped with cameras, intended to enhance Siri's contextual awareness by allowing it to "see" the user's surroundings. These cameras are not for capturing photos or videos but rat…
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Global smartphone shipments to hit 11-year low by 2026
The global smartphone market is entering a significant adjustment period, with projections indicating a substantial decline in shipments. Counterpoint Research forecasts that by 2026, worldwide smartphone shipments will…
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Smartphone shipments to hit 11-year low in 2026
Global smartphone shipments are projected to decrease by 13.9% in 2026, reaching a low not seen since 2013, according to Counterpoint Research. This revised forecast indicates a more significant downturn than previously…
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DeepSeek slashes AI model prices by 75%, challenging OpenAI and Anthropic
Chinese AI developer DeepSeek has significantly reduced the pricing of its V4-Pro model, leading to a 75% decrease in API and inference costs. This aggressive pricing strategy is expected to put downward pressure on est…
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Apple's iPhone Air Sees Rare Discount Amidst Sales Struggles
Apple's iPhone Air is experiencing significant sales struggles, leading to a rare price drop for the device. Despite launching at $999 last September, the phone is now available for $849.99 at Best Buy, with earlier dea…
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Apple leads global smartphone market for first time in Q1
Apple has achieved the top position in global smartphone shipments for the first quarter of 2026, marking a first for the company. This milestone was reported by Counterpoint Research, indicating a shift in market leade…
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Companies Embrace Agentic AI for Workflows and Business Growth · 10 sources tracked
Several companies and organizations are focusing on "agentic AI" and its applications. Bluefish has launched "Agentic Campaigns" to optimize workflows for Fortune 500 companies. Databricks introduced "Genie One," an age…
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Samsung S26 Ultra price cut less generous amid chip crisis
Samsung has reduced the price of its Galaxy S26 Ultra by $200, making it available starting at $1,099.99. However, this discount is less generous than the promotion offered for the previous Galaxy S25 Ultra, which saw a…
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European EV sales rise on oil prices, but long-term targets unmet
European electric vehicle sales have seen a temporary surge due to rising oil prices, but long-term adoption forecasts remain largely unchanged. Analysts from HSBC Global Investment Research and other firms have revised…
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Europe's EV market needs cheap, small cars for mass adoption
Europe's electric vehicle market is facing a critical juncture, shifting from early adopters to the mass market. Success hinges on making EVs smaller and significantly cheaper, with a target price of around €10,000 for …