HP is set to start pushing netbooks strongly and plans to become the second-largest netbook brand in 2011, surpassing Samsung Electronics and Asustek Computer.

Net Sales Improve 9.5% Year Over Year; MDI Awarded Custom Sensor for Measurement of Linear Position

Intel Corporation, Nokia and the University of Oulu have announced the establishment of their first joint research center. One of the first objectives of the new lab is to create new and compelling mobile user experiences that leverage the rapidly increasing capabilities of mobile devices.

Viking Modular Solutions, a division of Sanmina-SCI Corporation, and leading manufacturer of innovative DRAM modules and flash solutions, today announced that its SATADIMM is available for immediate customer qualification.

In the wake of the approval of the branding agreement with Founder Technology by its shareholders' meeting, Acer Inc. will focus on tapping China's notebook PC market in the hope of becoming China's second largest NB brand in the shortest time.

Panasonic will move a part of PDB facilities at its third domestic PDP plant in Amagasaki City, Japan, to Panasonic Plasma Display in Shanghai, to better respond to robust demand for flat-panel TVs in China.

Michael Dell, Chairman of the Board and CEO: "We continue to strengthen our portfolio of data center solutions at an aggressive pace with the addition of key IP, talent and technology. This quarter's results are a strong reflection of the progress we've made."

HP today announced financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2010, with net revenue of $30.7 billion, up 11.4% from a year earlier including a favorable currency benefit of approximately one percentage point.

Asustek was the second-largest NB brand in China market by edging out Hewlett Packard in the second quarter of this year, according to a survey by the International Data Corporation.

The paradigm has shifted and many companies are now aligning themselves with quality-focused American manufacturers to keep ahead. America offers ease of communication, accessibility, shorter travel time, tax advantages and cost advantages.

Stephen Marshall details his experience during this month's IPC Executive Market and Technology Conference and Capitol Hill Day in Washington, D.C. The dual events provided both business and technology perspectives from OEMs in major market segments and ensured that Congress is listening to the needs and concerns of the industry.

CTS Corporation has expanded in-house conformal coating capabilities at its Moorpark, California facility. Customers in the medical, defense, aerospace and automotive markets will find that the in-house capability is cost effective and reduces manufacturing cycle time.

To better meet the high-level expectations and requirements set forth by the aerospace industry, Trilogy Circuits recently achieved AS9100B Aerospace Quality Standard System Certification for PCB layout, fabrication and assembly services.

Product counterfeiting accounts for more than 8% of global merchandise trade and is equivalent to as much as $600 billion in lost sales. Counterfeit items used in computers, aircraft, cars, telecommunications and medical devices are a serious risk for national security, health and safety.

The list of replacements for eutectic tin-lead keeps growing, and now, over three years after implementation of the lead-free mandate, new alloys are still being developed. How do you cut through the clutter and find the right alloy?

Visiting the circuit board section of productronica this year can be likened to visiting an old friend who has not been at all well.

Does higher technology really beget higher profit margins? HEI is an EMS provider that lives on the bleeding edge of technology. CEO Mark Thomas joins EMS007 Editor Steve Gold for a look at life on the high end of the electronics assembly technology spectrum.

At the moment, the search for the Holy Grail--a solder that is a direct replacement for tin-lead--has lost a few participants, but the quest goes on within solder manufacturers. However, a replacement seems as elusive as the original.

Chairman Keith Bryant welcomed over 80 delegates to SMART Group's 25th Anniversary Seminar in Thame, near Oxford, UK, October 22, 2009. The seminar offered up-to-the-minute information on process technology, reliability, environmental and business advances.

Bob Willis, Technical Director of SMART Group, discusses the ever-growing problem of counterfeit components. Due to current economic turmoil, many are looking for ways to make money--unfortunately, not all of them come up with a legitimate way to do so. Tune in to hear Bob's ingenious, yet simple, ways to fight this disturbing trend.

Stephen Marshall details his experience during this month's IPC Executive Market and Technology Conference and Capitol Hill Day in Washington, D.C. The dual events provided both business and technology perspectives from OEMs in major market segments and ensured that Congress is listening to the needs and concerns of the industry.

Product counterfeiting accounts for more than 8% of global merchandise trade and is equivalent to as much as $600 billion in lost sales. Counterfeit items used in computers, aircraft, cars, telecommunications and medical devices are a serious risk for national security, health and safety.

The list of replacements for eutectic tin-lead keeps growing, and now, over three years after implementation of the lead-free mandate, new alloys are still being developed. How do you cut through the clutter and find the right alloy?

Does higher technology really beget higher profit margins? HEI is an EMS provider that lives on the bleeding edge of technology. CEO Mark Thomas joins EMS007 Editor Steve Gold for a look at life on the high end of the electronics assembly technology spectrum.

At the moment, the search for the Holy Grail--a solder that is a direct replacement for tin-lead--has lost a few participants, but the quest goes on within solder manufacturers. However, a replacement seems as elusive as the original.

Chairman Keith Bryant welcomed over 80 delegates to SMART Group's 25th Anniversary Seminar in Thame, near Oxford, UK, October 22, 2009. The seminar offered up-to-the-minute information on process technology, reliability, environmental and business advances.

Bob Willis, Technical Director of SMART Group, discusses the ever-growing problem of counterfeit components. Due to current economic turmoil, many are looking for ways to make money--unfortunately, not all of them come up with a legitimate way to do so. Tune in to hear Bob's ingenious, yet simple, ways to fight this disturbing trend.

ITT Corp. is forking over $100 million for unwittingly breaking international arms rules. Are electronics manufacturing companies at risk?

Stephen Marshall details his experience during this month's IPC Executive Market and Technology Conference and Capitol Hill Day in Washington, D.C. The dual events provided both business and technology perspectives from OEMs in major market segments and ensured that Congress is listening to the needs and concerns of the industry.

The list of replacements for eutectic tin-lead keeps growing, and now, over three years after implementation of the lead-free mandate, new alloys are still being developed. How do you cut through the clutter and find the right alloy?

Does higher technology really beget higher profit margins? HEI is an EMS provider that lives on the bleeding edge of technology. CEO Mark Thomas joins EMS007 Editor Steve Gold for a look at life on the high end of the electronics assembly technology spectrum.

At the moment, the search for the Holy Grail--a solder that is a direct replacement for tin-lead--has lost a few participants, but the quest goes on within solder manufacturers. However, a replacement seems as elusive as the original.

Chairman Keith Bryant welcomed over 80 delegates to SMART Group's 25th Anniversary Seminar in Thame, near Oxford, UK, October 22, 2009. The seminar offered up-to-the-minute information on process technology, reliability, environmental and business advances.

Bob Willis, Technical Director of SMART Group, discusses the ever-growing problem of counterfeit components. Due to current economic turmoil, many are looking for ways to make money--unfortunately, not all of them come up with a legitimate way to do so. Tune in to hear Bob's ingenious, yet simple, ways to fight this disturbing trend.