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Panasonic to Re-purpose Mexico TV Plant

Panasonic is reported to be planning to convert its TV manufacturing plant in Mexico to a production base for ventilation fans. The move is in line with Panasonic’s efforts to restructure its TV operations. The Mexican plant has been manufacturing TVs since the 1980s and was considered one of the company’s major production sites. However, … Read more

PCR Awards Recognise UK Top Dogs

The PCR Awards recognise the top brands and companies in the UK technology channel. 20 awards were handed out in three categories – Frontline, Distribution and Vendor – as well as the special Grand Prix award. Frontline awards went to Overclockers, Utopia Computers, John Lewis, Stone and Ebuyer. Entatech dominated the Distribution section, taking three … Read more

LDM Product Roundup – Vol 22 12

The H257HU monitor (Display Monitor Vol 21 No 36), from Acer, is now available in the USA. It is a 25″ unit with 2560 x 1440 resolution, a ‘bezel-less’ design and Acer’s flicker-free and anti-reflection features. The monitor covers 100% sRGB and uses an IPS panel, with a 1,000:1 contrast ratio and 4ms response time. … Read more

Disappointing Q4 Puts Brakes on IDC’s Tablet Forecast

IDC has cut back its five-year forecast for worldwide tablet shipments, following a YoY decline in Q4’14. The firm expects 234.5 million units to be shipped this year, representing a moderate increase of 2.1%. Although predictions have been cut, IDC still expects positive – if low – growth from the tablet market in the coming … Read more

Bang & Olufsen to Reorganise AV Business

Bang & Olufsen has announced plans to reorganise its AV business in order to “reduce complexity and increase flexibility”. The restructuring will result in a reduction of approximately 125 staff, the majority of which will be in the company’s AV segment, saving the firm an estimated DKK100 million ($14.3 million) a year. Bang & Olufsen … Read more

AUO Focuses on Five Areas for Panel Promotions

AUO is focusing on five key areas to promote panel sales this year, said president Paul Peng. They are UltraHD resolution; curved display technology; integrated touch; image improvement technologies such as wide colour gamut; and added-value functions for industrial, enterprise, car-use and wearable applications. AUO will produce more panel sizes to support UltraHD resolution, and … Read more

HTC Shows Smartphone and Fitness Band at MWC 2015

HTC One M9

HTC has announced the new One M9 smartphone with 5″ FHD display and Qualcomm 820 octacore processor. The LTE phone is the new flagship model and like its predecessor comes with a metal enclosure and most likely a price tag to match the high end appeal. While not officially announced, the phone may be available … Read more

Garmin’s Fitness and Smartwatch Devices Impress

Garmin Epix

Garmin was showing an impressive array of fitness and smartwatches that also address many sports and fitness requirements. As one would expect from Garmin, GPS plays an important role in its products. While not new by any means, the high end devices, like the Epix, fall into the smartwatch category as they allow for connection … Read more