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posted in June 2011
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Vimico Reports Q4
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6/30/2011   Post a comment
Vimicro has announced financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2010.
Arrow Chosen as SPEAr Microprocessor Distributor
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6/30/2011   Post a comment
Arrow Electronics EMEA has been chosen as a specialist distribution partner for ST’s SPEAr embedded microprocessor family.
Microsemi Achieves AS9100 Certifications
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6/30/2011   (1) comment
Microsemi Corporation has achieved compliance with AS9100 Rev C quality system requirements for aviation, space, and defense markets.
Vitesse Added to Russell Microcap Index
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6/30/2011   Post a comment
Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation has been added to the Russell Microcap Index.
Mouser Stocks LEDiL's LED Reflectors
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6/30/2011   Post a comment
Mouser Electronics has announced a partnership agreement with LEDiL.
Sager Signs Distribution Agreement With Samsung
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6/30/2011   Post a comment
Sager Electronics announced today its distribution agreement with Samsung LED Co.
Full Recovery Soon From Japan Earthquake
Bolaji Ojo  
6/30/2011   (10) comments
The electronics supply chain is expected to fully recover from the Japan earthquake by early September and well ahead of previous forecasts.
US IT Spending Grows, Productivity & Security Main Focus
Logical Link  
6/30/2011   (8) comments
Total IT spending by companies and governments in the US will increase 5.6 percent in 2011, outpacing the forecasted growth of the US GDP.
LCD Panel Pricing Rises Slightly
Latest Research  
6/30/2011   (5) comments
Panel pricing in June is projected to rise by an average of 0.2 percent, the first increase in 14 months
China RoHS Inches Forward
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/30/2011   (5) comments
The scope of China RoHS has been expanded from "electronic information products" to "electrical and electronic products."
Can Nokia's App Contest Boost Sales?
Susan Fourtané  
6/29/2011   (41) comments
Nokia's contest is targeted at uniting global consumers and developers around the new Series 40 mobile phone.
Kyocera to Acquire Unimerco Group
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6/29/2011   Post a comment
Kyocera is to acquire 100% ownership of Denmark-based industrial cutting tool manufacturer UNIMERCO Group A/S.
Renesas to Close Tokyo Device Division
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6/29/2011   Post a comment
Renesas Electronics Corporation has announced its plan to close the Tokyo Device Division.
IPC Releases PCB Industry Results For May 2011
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6/29/2011   Post a comment
Rigid PCB shipments were flat at zero percent growth and bookings decreased 13.4 percent in May 2011
RF Monolithics Reports Q3
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6/29/2011   Post a comment
RF Monolithics has reported sales of $8.3 million for its third quarter ended May 31, 2011.
Altair Opens Regional Headquarters in India
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6/29/2011   (1) comment
Altair Semiconductor has opened a new office in India to be headed by industry veteran Salaj Sinha.
The Cloud Hits a Cold Front
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/29/2011   (17) comments
Potential users of the cloud, including small businesses, aren't convinced the cloud lives up to its hype.
Best-Practices for Managing Material Costs, Part 1
Linda Elkins  
6/28/2011   (2) comments
Here are two of four critical steps OEMs and EMS providers can take to more effectively manage material costs in an outsourced environment.
Mouser’s Product Knowledge Sites Exceed 1,000
EBN Newswire  
6/28/2011   (1) comment
Mouser Electronics has surpassed more than 1,000 Product Knowledge training sites that focus on the newest products and technologies.
Harris & Tektronix Establish Strategic Partnership
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6/28/2011   Post a comment
Harris Corporation and Tektronix Component Solutions announced the establishment of a strategic partnership agreement.
Digi-Key Stocks Altera MAX V CPLDs
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6/28/2011   Post a comment
Digi-Key Corporation today announced the addition of Altera's MAX® V CPLDs to its vast product line.
World Micro Opens Asian Hub in Penang
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6/28/2011   Post a comment
World Micro, Inc. has sealed an agreement to formalize the opening of its Asian distribution hub in Penang, Malaysia.
Molex & Heilind Partner to Offer Flexi-Mate
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6/28/2011   Post a comment
Heilind Electronics has added Molex's new Flexi-Mate family of connectors to its already comprehensive inventory of connectors.
iOS and Android Supported by US Companies, but BlackBerry Still Leads
Latest Research  
6/28/2011   (4) comments
At 42 percent and 49 percent, respectively, Android and Apple iOS still trail the RIM BlackBerry which remains the top choice
Hug a Hacker Today
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/28/2011   (17) comments
Hiring hackers is not just a plot twist in espionage movies. It's actually a sound business strategy.
Feeding China's Commodities Dragon
Bolaji Ojo  
6/28/2011   (29) comments
Researchers says hot Chinese economic growth and sharp demand for commodities is stretching the supply chain and spiking prices.
Zoosh: An Alternative to Google Wallet & NFC
Laurie Sullivan  
6/28/2011   (19) comments
The technology gives developers the benefits of Near Field Communication using a simple speaker and microphone.
TTI Launches Videos Featuring 'The Specialist'
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
With the release of four cleverly produced co-op product videos TTI’s popular advertising campaign featuring The Specialist continues.
DDR3 Modules to Remain Leading DRAM Technology in 2011
Latest Research  
6/27/2011   (1) comment
DDR3 in 2011 is projected to account for 89 percent of the 808 million DRAM module units shipped this year
Europe Doubles Investments in Semiconductor Research
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
The ENIAC Joint Undertaking launched today its new Call for proposals.
Arco Stocks Etron Memory
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
ARCO, INC. has announced a franchise distributor agreement with Etron Technology Inc. for the North and South America territory.
Adesto & Altis Partner on CBRAM Memory
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
Adesto Technologies and Altis Semiconductor will deliver the world’s first Conductive Bridging RAM (CBRAM) based devices in 2011.
Hackers Jeopardize High-Tech Reputation
Bolaji Ojo  
6/27/2011   (17) comments
Hacker attacks on corporate and government networks threaten the integrity of the high-tech industry and the products they make.
ChipMOS Added to Russell Global Index
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES has been added to Russell Investments' Russell Global Index.
Arrow Acquires Seed's Distribution Business
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
Arrow Electronics will acquire all of the assets and operations of the distribution business of Seed International Ltd.
Micrel Names David Schwartz VP
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6/27/2011   Post a comment
Micrel names industry executive David Schwartz as Vice President, Worldwide Sales.
Arrow Boosts Presence in China
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/27/2011   (4) comments
Seed International Ltd. will add 14 offices and 200 employees to Arrow's presence in China.
E-Waste Export Bill Seeks to Boost US Jobs
Laurie Sullivan  
6/27/2011   (18) comments
A new legislation in the US Congress seeks to ban export of electronic waste and boost jobs in the country.
Get the Most From Returns
Change in the Chain  
6/27/2011   (9) comments
Reverse logistics has significant top- and bottom-line impact and should be a high priority for high-tech companies.
Micron Reports Q3
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6/24/2011   Post a comment
Micron Technology has announced results of operations for its third quarter of fiscal 2011, which ended June 2, 2011.
New Breed Logistics Opens Belfast Facility
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6/24/2011   Post a comment
New Breed Logistics has opened a manufacturing support facility in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Oracle: Overvalued Stocks Stump Acquisitions
Bolaji Ojo  
6/24/2011   (14) comments
Oracle executives say valuations are too high, which means they could be heading down and stifle investment on innovation.
Tablets, PCs & the 'Aha!' Moment
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/24/2011   (24) comments
Why does the success of one computer market rest on the death knell of another?
Beware of Growing Chinese Labor Unrest
Marc Herman  
6/24/2011   (18) comments
China's workers are growing bolder in protesting unfair practices in a development that could affect manufacturing in the country.
Winning Customers' Hearts & Minds
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/24/2011   (4) comments
If a business is a sales-driven organization, why give anything away for free?
SST & Inside Secure Enter Design Partnership
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6/24/2011   Post a comment
Silicon Storage Technology and INSIDE Secure have entered into a design partnership agreement.
Vicor Teams With Future Electronics
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6/24/2011   Post a comment
Vicor has announced the appointment of Future Electronics as a global distributor and of Richard Begen as VP of Global Distribution.
Kemet Set to Join Russell 3000 Index
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6/24/2011   Post a comment
Kemet is set to join the U.S. broad-market Russell 3000 Index.
Will High-Tech Lead as Economy Cools?
Bolaji Ojo  
6/24/2011   (7) comments
The economy is filled with uncertainties, but there are segments where higher, not reduced, high-tech investments are needed for future growth.
SMTC Appoints Tracey Hamilton as Regional VP
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6/23/2011   Post a comment
SMTC Corporation has appointed Tracey Hamilton as Regional Vice President of Business Development.
Digi-Key & Swissbit Announce Global Distribution Agreement
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6/23/2011   Post a comment
Digi-Key Corporation and Swissbit have signed a global distribution agreement.
Celebrating 40 Years of Email & Ray Tomlinson
Al Maag  
6/23/2011   (20) comments
The email that has become a ubiquitous part of our lives had its beginning 40 years ago in the efforts of New Yorker Ray Tomlinson.
Europe's Wishbone Needs a Backbone
Logical Link  
6/23/2011   (14) comments
Europeans protesting austerity measures can get relief from businesses if executives can muster the will to hire and invest in R&D.
OEMs Vie for Sales Opportunities in Health Market
At the Source  
6/23/2011   (15) comments
Growing demand for health applications is opening up opportunities for smartphone and tablet PC manufacturers.
Freescale & Wind River Formalize Collaboration
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
Freescale Semiconductor and Wind River have signed an agreement that reinforces the companies’ longstanding collaboration.
ZigBee Alliance Establishes Chinese Offices
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
The ZigBee Alliance has opened two new offices in China.
The Myth vs. Reality of Worker Productivity
Ken Bradley  
6/22/2011   (13) comments
Companies are squeezing costs out of their systems by using fewer employees rather than by leveraging the strengths of their operations.
'Google for Engineers'
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/22/2011   (19) comments
Engineers spend a vast amount of time culling through component data, design specs, and various tools before actually beginning a design.
Digi-Key Stocks Ametherm Current Limiters
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
Digi-Key Corporation has added the AS series Inrush Current Limiters from Ametherm.
Clouded Judgment
Diane Trommer  
6/22/2011   (12) comments
Is taking supply chain technology to the cloud necessary and will it jeopardize IP electronics makers should jealously safeguard?
Nu Horizons Releases New Application Note
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
Nu Horizons Electronics has released a new application note focusing on key design considerations for security cameras.
TÜV Rheinland & GreenSoft Technology Partner
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
TUV Rheinland has entered into an agreement with GreenSoft Technology, Inc.
National Approves TI Acquisition
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
National Semiconductor has approved the adoption of a merger agreement.
Jabil Posts Q3 Results
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
Jabil Circuit reported its preliminary, unaudited financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2011, ended May 31, 2011.
Mouser Delivers Anaren AIR Modules
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
Mouser Electronics is partnering with Anaren, Inc. to stock its new AIR modules.
SMTC Appoints Permanent Co-CEOs
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
SMTC Corporation has appointed Claude Germain and Alex Walker as permanent Co-CEOs.
Flextronics Budapest Receives Medical Certification
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6/22/2011   Post a comment
Flextronics is expanding its service through ISO 13485 medical certification at its Budapest facility.
Nokia's MeeGo, the Solstice & a New Beginning
Susan Fourtané  
6/22/2011   (25) comments
Nokia has launched a new set of phones based on its MeeGo system, but will this be enough for the embattled company?
Digi-Key Stocks Phoenix Connectors
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6/21/2011   Post a comment
Digi-Key has announced the addition of Phoenix Contact's PTSM and PTPM miniature connector series to its expansive product line.
FSI Announces Q3 Results
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6/21/2011   Post a comment
FSI International has reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2011 and for the first nine months ended May 28, 2011.
RFMW Enhances Pan-European Strategy
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6/21/2011   Post a comment
RFMW Europe announces the addition of a new office in France.
Disruptions, Imbalances & Insane Supply Chains
Gerry Fay  
6/21/2011   (13) comments
The most effective supply chains are the ones that anticipate and prepare for crisis rather than merely respond to the latest challenges.
IHS iSuppli Slightly Raises 2011 Chip Forecast
Latest Research  
6/21/2011   (3) comments
The global semiconductor industry in 2011 is expected to expand by 7.2 percent
Everspin Appoints Steffen Hellmold as VP Marketing
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6/21/2011   Post a comment
Everspin Technologies appoints Steffen Hellmold as vice president of marketing.
Einfochips Strengthens Partnership With TI
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6/21/2011   Post a comment
eInfochips has announced joining Texas Instruments' (TI) Elite Design House (EDH) network program.
Fujitsu Introduces Assessment Service
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6/21/2011   Post a comment
Fujitsu Limited announced the immediate availability of their ISO 26262 Assessment Service.
Are We Ready for Cloud Manufacturing?
Bolaji Ojo  
6/21/2011   (16) comments
Fujitsu debuts Cloud engineering to slash manufacturing costs, enhance collaboration and shorten development cycles. Will it work?
How Bad News Can Be Good for Sales
Logical Link  
6/21/2011   (16) comments
Researchers find that some negative news can be good for business depending upon how a company responds to its environment.
SWID Selects TowerJazz
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6/20/2011   Post a comment
SWID has selected TowerJazz’s SiGe BiCMOS process technologies to develop its latest high performance RF integrated circuits.
RS Releases 3D CAD Models in SpaceClaim Format
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6/20/2011   Post a comment
RS Components makes 3D CAD models available in SpaceClaim format to enable direct modelling for faster design.
Avnet's Gerry Fay: Supply Chain Silos Challenge the Channel
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/20/2011   (6) comments
From the component maker to the OEM, the supply chain operates as a number of independent silos, says Avnet's new logistics chief.
Wishbone vs. Backbone
Bolaji Ojo  
6/20/2011   (10) comments
The global economy is in trouble, but nations and businesses are not ready to make the sacrifices necessary to spark growth.
Design Challenge: Connected & Secure Vehicles
Semico Spin  
6/20/2011   (12) comments
Automotive makers need to implement stronger security protocols in vehicles to protect owners' data in today's connected world.
Reverse in Motion
Bolaji Ojo  
6/17/2011   (30) comments
RIM has lost one-fifth of its market value and continues to face stiff headwinds in the competitive smartphone and tablet PC markets.
EDA World Embracing IP Subsystems
Semico Spin  
6/17/2011   (7) comments
The design automation industry is fast embracing the trend towards IP subsystems and we should expect a product announcement this year.
Nokia Plans for Growth Despite Dropping Sales
Susan Fourtané  
6/17/2011   (38) comments
Nokia is facing sales pressures, but it is proceeding with plans for a manufacturing plant in Vietnam to support future growth expectations.
How to Confront Relentless Commoditization
Bolaji Ojo  
6/16/2011   (4) comments
IBM in a paper marking its 100th anniversary offered some suggestions on how high-tech can manage the scourge of commoditization.
Premier Farnell Reports Q1 Results
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6/16/2011   Post a comment
Premier Farnell has released Q1 results.
Bug Labs Enters Distribution Agreement With Arrow
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6/16/2011   Post a comment
Bug Labs announces distribution agreement with Arrow Electronics.
Avnet Takes Thermal Solutions to the Nextreme
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6/16/2011   Post a comment
Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas has inked a distribution agreement with Nextreme Thermal Solutions.
Acer's Blunder Sends Up Warning Flares
Logical Link  
6/16/2011   (6) comments
Given the amount of information, skills, and experience companies like Acer have accumulated, how could an OEM get so far off track?
Happy 100th Birthday Big Blue – What's Next?
Bolaji Ojo  
6/16/2011   (21) comments
IBM paved the way for much of today's innovation in its first 100 years in existence – but what's next for Big Blue?
Mouser & Amphenol Connect in Distribution Partnership
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6/16/2011   Post a comment
Mouser Electronics has announced its distribution agreement with Amphenol Aerospace.
10 Questions for Transforming Business Relationships
Todd Ballew  
6/15/2011   (5) comments
Here are 10 questions suppliers need to ask if they want to transform customers into partners.
ECIA Releases Updated
EBN Newswire  
6/15/2011   Post a comment
The Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) announces that its Component Council has released an updated POS document.
SMEMA Council Issues Counterfeit Advisory
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6/15/2011   Post a comment
Counterfeit products are reported to have grown to a $600 billion business worldwide.
Nokia Enters Into Patent License Agreement With Apple
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6/15/2011   Post a comment
Nokia announced that it has signed a patent license agreement with Apple.
Execs Differ on the Cloud
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/15/2011   (10) comments
IT professionals and business managers differ on the cloud's potential as a game-changer.
Sensata Technologies to Acquire Sensor-NITE
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6/15/2011   Post a comment
Sensata Technologies Holding N.V. will acquire the shares of Sensor-NITE Group Companies from Elex Group.
Device Makers Must Evolve to Ecosystem Builders
Bolaji Ojo  
6/15/2011   (8) comments
The high-tech market is evolving again with companies transforming from device makers to ecosystem builders. Are you prepared?
Dialight Expands Into Japan
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6/15/2011   Post a comment
Dialight plc is pleased to announce the formation of Dialight Japan KK.
SMIC Appoints Mike Rekuc as SMIC President
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6/15/2011   Post a comment
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation has announced that Michael J. Rekuc has been appointed as President of SMIC Americas.
Mouser Presents New Products Online Event
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6/15/2011   Post a comment
Mouser Electronics will host “Newest Products & Advanced Technologies.”
Legacy Electronics Completes Phase 1 of Move to SD
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6/14/2011   Post a comment
Legacy Electronics has completed Phase 1 of its move from San Clemente, Calif. to Sioux Falls, S.D.
Kemet Acquires Foil Facility
EBN Newswire  
6/14/2011   Post a comment
Kemet Corporation has announced its acquisition of Cornell Dubilier Foil, LLC ("CDF").
New UPS Service Improves Return Process
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6/14/2011   Post a comment
UPS has unveiled UPS Returns® Exchange.
Analog Devices Acquires Lyric Semiconductor
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6/14/2011   Post a comment
Analog Devices has acquired Lyric Semiconductor, a privately-held Cambridge, Massachusetts, company.
Nvidia Completes Acquisition of Icera
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6/14/2011   Post a comment
Nvidia announced today that it has completed its $367 million cash acquisition of Icera.
Tablets Hold Great Potential in Automotive Infotainment Systems
Latest Research  
6/14/2011   (5) comments
The path for the wide usage of tablets in cars has been paved by smart phones
4 Tips for Picking the Right Outsourcing Partner
Prasad Bhatt  
6/14/2011   (15) comments
System product companies can outsource more functions, but they need to maintain certain standards for managing a dispersed supply chain.
Opportunities Grow for High-Tech in Healthcare
At the Source  
6/14/2011   (15) comments
As spending on healthcare informatics grows in the US, high-tech companies are expanding their offerings in the sector.
Digi-Key Offers NXP CMOS Multiplexer
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6/13/2011   Post a comment
Digi-Key Corporation has announced the addition of NXP's CMOS 2-to-1 multiplexer/demultiplexer switch for PCI Express Generation 3 (Gen3).
India's RoHS Turns Up the Heat
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/13/2011   (9) comments
India's RoHS limits the use of 20 substances in electronics products sold in India.
Avnet Promotes Gerry Fay to Chief Logistics Officer
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6/13/2011   Post a comment
Avnet, Inc. has announced Gerry Fay has been promoted to chief global logistics and operations officer, effective July 4, 2011.
A Novel Approach to Engineering Education
Al Maag  
6/13/2011   (10) comments
Avnet has several outlets for providing information to engineers, but one of the more successful ones is the AvnetOnDemand.com video series.
Honeywell to Acquire EMS Technologies
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6/13/2011   Post a comment
Honeywell has signed a definitive agreement to acquire EMS Technologies, Inc.
Heading Towards the Cloud
Logical Link  
6/13/2011   (17) comments
Cloud technology being deployed in commerce may also be used in supply chain management once the potential hurdles are cleared away.
Needed: Tighter OEM-EMS Bonds
iSuppli EMS, ODM Insights  
6/13/2011   (4) comments
Improving supply chains hinges on forging closer relationships among all industry segments, including OEMs and EMS providers.
Qualcomm to Acquire Rapid Bridge Assets
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6/10/2011   Post a comment
Qualcomm Incorporated has agreed to acquire substantially all of the assets of Rapid Bridge LLC.
SEMI Forecasts Rise in Equipment Spending; Manufacturing Capacity
Latest Research  
6/10/2011   (2) comments
2011 is expected to be a record year for fab equipment spending
Transparency Law Creates Unease in Asia
Marc Herman  
6/10/2011   (8) comments
The issue of the summer, and maybe the year, is no longer innovation. It’s transparency.
Nightmare in Helsinki
Bolaji Ojo  
6/10/2011   (18) comments
Nokia's reorganization is creating ripples in the industry, hurting suppliers, shareholders, and other investors. Can CEO Elop hang on?
Is the Internet a Human Right?
Susan Fourtané  
6/9/2011   (38) comments
The United Nations says Internet access is a human right, but what will this pronouncement mean for electronics vendors?
Capacitor Makers' Quick Turnaround After Quake
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/9/2011   (4) comments
Leadtimes for all types of capacitors spiked in April but were approaching more normal levels by May.
Worldwide Smartphone Market Expected to Grow 55% in 2011
Latest Research  
6/9/2011   (6) comments
Vendors will ship a total of 472 million smartphones in 2011, according to IDC
Step Into the Future With IPv6
Matteo Bertozzi  
6/9/2011   (9) comments
IPv6, the next-generation Internet protocol, heralds the beginning of a new era of the connected and interconnected user community.
Zoom Technologies Launches Products in India
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6/9/2011   Post a comment
Zoom Technologies Inc. has launched its mobile phone products into India under the brand name of "LONGTEL."
TSMC Shareholders Approve Cash Dividend & Transfer
EBN Newswire  
6/9/2011   Post a comment
TSMC today held a shareholders’ meeting.
End-of-Life: When & How to Prepare for Product Redesign
Joseph R. Bronson  
6/9/2011   (5) comments
The most valuable semiconductor lifecycle manager will have the capability to extend product life through complete product redesign.
TTI Receives Special Recognition From Cornell Dubilier
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6/8/2011   Post a comment
TTI, Inc. has received special recognition from Cornell Dubilier for the Most Consecutive Years Ranked #1 Distributor.
DHL Enhances US, Middle East & Asia Services
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6/8/2011   Post a comment
DHL Express is expanding its global capabilities through new, next-day intercontinental flights.
OnCore's San Marcos Facility Achieves AS9100 Certification
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6/8/2011   Post a comment
OnCore Manufacturing announced that its San Marcos, California facility has achieved AS9100 implementation and certification.
Epic Enters Into Agreement With Rocket
EBN Newswire  
6/8/2011   Post a comment
EPIC Technologies today announced that it has entered into an exclusive marketing and manufacturing agreement with Rocket EMS.
RF Industries to Acquire Cables Unlimited
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6/8/2011   Post a comment
RF INDUSTRIES, LTD. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cables Unlimited, Inc.
Recom & WPG Americas Create Partnership
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6/8/2011   Post a comment
WPG Americas has entered into a new distribution agreement with RECOM Power.
Mouser Receives 20 Top Awards at 2011 EDS
EBN Newswire  
6/8/2011   Post a comment
Mouser Electronics received numerous accolades and awards from its supplier partners at the recent Electronic Distribution Show.
Who Will Hurt Most if PCs Disappear?
Bolaji Ojo  
6/8/2011   (21) comments
Apple is now the world's biggest buyer of semiconductors, adding to its already considerable leverage on the vendor base.
Revised RoHS Directive Adopted in EU
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/8/2011   (4) comments
The revision extends the RoHS directive to include more electrical appliances.
Industry Optimism Hangs on a Thread
Logical Link  
6/8/2011   (8) comments
Supply chain professionals are fairly optimistic about the future, but concerns remains over recent events including the Japan earthquake.
PEI-Genesis & Emerson Sign Distribution Agreement
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6/8/2011   Post a comment
PEI-Genesis, Inc. has announced an agreement with Emerson Network Power.
Worldwide Smart Meter Shipments Up 22.7 Percent
Latest Research  
6/8/2011   (1) comment
IDC Energy Insights forecasts that the global smart meter market will exceed 71 million units by 2015
Trident Names Bami Bastani as CEO & President
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6/7/2011   Post a comment
Trident Microsystems today announced that Dr. Bami Bastani has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and President.
Digi-Key Sponsors Lighting Virtual Tradeshow
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6/7/2011   Post a comment
Digi-Key is set to sponsor Electronic Design's LEDs and Solid State Lighting Web Conference and Tradeshow.
As Internet Traffic Grows, PCs Risk Being Left Behind
Tam Harbert  
6/7/2011   (25) comments
The PC is being left behind as more people use other wireless consumer electronics devices to access the Web.
ON Semiconductor Opens Singapore Distribution Center
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6/7/2011   Post a comment
ON Semiconductor has opened its new Singapore hub for global distribution.
Premier Farnell’s Launches Element14 Knode
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6/7/2011   Post a comment
Premier Farnell plc has announced the launch of the element14 knode.
Heilind Stocks Amphenol Connector
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6/7/2011   Post a comment
Heilind Electronics is now stocking Amphenol Industrial's Helios H4 Panel Connectors for photovoltaic systems.
Nuke Free? Not France, Not Soon Anyway
Bruce Gain  
6/7/2011   (18) comments
The French public wants to reduce dependence on nuclear energy, but the politicians are for now ignoring the request.
EDS Through New Eyes: Part 2
Andy Lawson  
6/7/2011   (8) comments
This is the concluding part of a series on the intersection of social media, trade shows, and corporate communication and marketing.
Apple Remains Supply Chain Star
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/6/2011   (6) comments
Four key themes emerged this year among the leaders, including how they deal with volatility.
Felix Zandman: The Man Who Wouldn't Quit
Bolaji Ojo  
6/6/2011   (8) comments
Felix Zandman, chairman of Vishay Intertechnology, has passed away, but his legacy remains strong and worthy of emulation.
EBV Announces Caribou Board
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EBV Elektronik has announced the Caribou board as a development and evaluation platform for industrial communications.
Vishay Intertechnology Mourns the Loss of Its Founder
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Vishay Intertechnology has announced the passing of its founder Dr. Felix Zandman.
TowerJazz Nearly Doubles 2010 Production Capacity
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TowerJazz has completed its previously announced acquisition of Micron Technology’s fabrication facility in Nishiwaki City, Hyogo, Japan.
Electrocomponents, Allied Electronics Report Record Sales
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Electrocomponents plc reports record sales and increased profit margins for the year ending March 31, 2011.
Japan: The Convenient Culprit
Marc Herman  
6/6/2011   (2) comments
Will high-tech blame supply problems in the third quarter on the Japan March earthquake rather than on pre-existing conditions?
Master Distributors Stocks Crydom Relays
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Master Distributors is now stocking Crydom’s new Series of DIN rail-mounted AC and DC output solid state relay (SSR) assemblies.
RIM: Is the Party Over?
Logical Link  
6/6/2011   (12) comments
Research in Motion needs to quickly regain its footing to stem rising problems.
EDS Through New Eyes: Part 1
Andy Lawson  
6/3/2011   (12) comments
Social Media can help in the distribution world as we make new connections and leverage their power.
Market Niche We Never Knew We Had: WiFi Dog Fences
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/3/2011   (22) comments
Although wireless dog fences have been around for more than a decade, WiFi fences are the latest thing in safe-pet technology.
Celestica Named to Canada’s Green 30
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6/3/2011   Post a comment
Celestica Inc. has been named to Canada’s Green 30, an annual list of top companies based on Aon Hewitt’s Employee Green Index.
Cellphones Carcinogenic? Solutions, Please!
Bolaji Ojo  
6/3/2011   (24) comments
A report indicates cellphone use could be hazardous to health, emphasizing the need for efforts to mitigate its impact on consumers.
RFMW Announces Distribution Agreement With RFaxis
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6/2/2011   Post a comment
RFMW, Ltd and RFaxis, Inc. announced a distribution agreement for the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Flextronics Expands Rapidly
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Flextronics Global Services has announced a strategic market expansion.
Irvine Enters Agreement for South Korean Sales
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Irvine Sensors Corporation has entered into a Distribution Agreement with JXP Tech.
The Internet Economy & Why We Need Gov't
At the Source  
6/2/2011   (16) comments
The Internet accounts for a chunk of global economy, and its development confirms that the private sector sometimes needs some help.
Philips Lumileds & Future Electronics Extend Agreement
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Philips Lumileds and Future Electronics today announced the extension of their exclusive worldwide distribution relationship.
Mouser Offers Energy-Efficient MCUs
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Mouser Electronics has announced the availability of Freescale Semiconductors’ Flexis MM Series Microcontrollers.
Warranty Mysteries Revealed
Barbara Jorgensen  
6/2/2011   (12) comments
The news for the manufacturing industry isn't good -- the overall ability to drive warranty improvement is low.
Back to School
Mastery in Action  
6/2/2011   (4) comments
Managing today's global, distributed, high-tech supply chain is hard, so companies are upgrading employee knowledge through retraining.
API Technologies Acquires Spectrum Control
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6/1/2011   Post a comment
API Technologies Corp. has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Spectrum Control, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPEC).
Soaring Semiconductor Inventory Mitigates Impact of Japan Disaster in Q1
Latest Research  
6/1/2011   (1) comment
Days of inventory (DOI) among chip suppliers—excluding memory companies—stood at an estimated 80.3 days at the end of Q1
Arrow Gets Best Performing Design-In Award
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6/1/2011   Post a comment
FCI has presented its 2010 Award for the "Best Performing Design-in Distributor" to the Arrow EMEA management team.
TDK-Lambda Launches New Smartphone App
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6/1/2011   Post a comment
TDK-Lambda Americas has announced its new mobile web app for iPhone and Android smart phone owners.
A Manufacturing Slowdown or a Short-Term Correction?
Logical Link  
6/1/2011   (4) comments
The latest manufacturing data indicates a global slowdown, but is this purely another short-term signal or the start of a downturn?
The Link: Social Media & Tech Marketing
Savvy Tech Marketing  
6/1/2011   (8) comments
There are ways to link social and technology marketing strategies to create significant advantages for electronics manufacturers.
DRAM Market Falls Short of Expectations in Q1
Latest Research  
6/1/2011   (1) comment
Global DRAM revenue during the first three months of the year amounted to $8.3 billion, lower than the $9.0 billion anticipated
BCD to Acquire Auramicro
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BCD Semiconductor Manufacturing Limited has acquired Auramicro Corporation.
Rocketick Secures Strategic Investment From NVIDIA
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Rocketick has completed a strategic B-round investment led by NVIDIA.
WIMM Announces Partnership With Foxconn
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WIMM Labs have announced a second round of financing from Hon Hai Precision Industries.
Hands-Free Outsourcing Makes Its Debut
Prasad Bhatt  
6/1/2011   (6) comments
Electronic equipment makers are turning to concept-to-product outsourcing to further reduce cost and accelerate time-to-market.
IPC Releases PCB Industry Results For April 2011
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6/1/2011   Post a comment
Rigid PCB shipments were up 0.8 percent and bookings decreased 6.6 percent in April 2011 from April 2010




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