Milpitas, Calif. – September 08, 2026 -- Global semiconductor equipment billings climbed 23% year-over-year to $40.53 billion in the second quarter of 2026, marking a second consecutive record quarter, according to SEMI's Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) report.
Berlin – September 08, 2026 -- Frore Systems and Lenovo unveiled the AeroBlade concept notebook, an ultra-slim, silent laptop powered by the Lenovo Active Flow thermal solution built on Frore's AirJet solid-state cooling technology, at the Lenovo Innovation World '26 event in Berlin, Germany.
The updated AirJet Mini chip dissipates 7.5 watts of heat, a 50% increase over the first-generation AirJet Mini, while measuring just 27mm x 41.5mm x 2.65mm to fit ultra-compact form factors. The solid-state device generates back pressure of 2,000 Pa, roughly 10 times higher than a mechanical fan, enabling dustproof and water-resistant enclosures. Noise output is rated at 21 dBA in-system, allowing silent operation with no moving mechanical parts.
Munich – September 08, 2026 -- EverProX Technologies Munich GmbH, under its Silicon Line brand, has launched the MSDL 20G chipset, extending MIPI D-PHY camera connectivity to tens of meters while consuming less than 100 mW per 10 Gbps link.
The MSDL 20G, first product in the new MSDL family, aggregates up to two simultaneous MIPI D-PHY camera streams at up to 10 Gbps each over serialized optical or copper links. Integrated VCSEL drivers and TIA support optical reach of tens of meters, while differential copper links extend up to 2 meters.
Taoyuan – September 07, 2026 -- Manz Asia and SUSS have entered a strategic collaboration to accelerate inkjet printing technology for advanced semiconductor packaging, targeting a shift from lab-scale development to high-volume manufacturing.
The partnership pairs Manz Asia's proven inkjet capabilities, manufacturing engineering and position in the panel-level packaging ecosystem with SUSS' semiconductor process expertise and global customer reach. Manz Asia's end-to-end inkjet development platform spans material and substrate preparation, printing, curing and process characterization under a Lab-to-Fab approach.
Berlin – September 07, 2026 -- Mind With Heart Robotics Co., Ltd. has signed distributor agreements in Germany and Belgium to bring its AnAn panda companion robot to European retail shelves in September 2026, priced between $1,000 and $1,500 overseas. A production run of 100 units has already been completed, with samples available for immediate shipment to channel partners.
The robot will make its European debut on September 5, 2026, at the Creator Stage in Palais am Funkturm, Berlin, as part of IFA's flagship Robots on the Runway program. The presentation will feature a live demonstration of AnAn's full-body tactile sensing system, which responds to touch through gentle movements and emotional feedback. The robot also includes proactive interaction features, gentle reminder functions, and long-term memory capable of learning a user's habits over time.
Cypress, Calif. – September 07, 2026 -- Skyworth USA has named Performance Plus Marketing the winner of its inaugural 2026 Manufacturer's Representative of the Year Award, recognizing the independent rep's sales leadership across the Rocky Mountain Region.
Michael Gleason, Director of Sales at Skyworth USA, credited Performance Plus Marketing with a standout sales performance in 2026, noting the rep purchased a trailer and toured its territory showcasing an 86-inch Canvas Elite television to dealers and integrators. Gleason said the effort amplified the brand's market momentum.
San Jose, Calif. – September 07, 2026 -- MulticoreWare, Inc. has acquired Simulus Automation Pvt. Ltd., a semiconductor design and verification specialist, to merge hardware engineering with its existing AI software and accelerated computing business.
The deal brings High-Level Synthesis and RTL implementation expertise in-house, completing MulticoreWare's heterogeneous compute stack alongside its existing CPU, GPU, DSP, and NPU capabilities. The combined team will target sensor fusion and Physical AI workloads for edge and robotics applications.
Denver – September 07, 2026 -- TCL is bringing its SQD-Mini LED television lineup to the custom installation channel for the first time, showcasing the technology at CEDIA 2026 alongside a 136-inch commercial display and its largest RGB-Mini LED TV.
The SQD-Mini LED family spans three TV series aimed at custom integrators: the X11L for buyers wanting maximum performance, the QM8L positioned against competitors' flagship models at lower price points, and the QM7L marketed as the only high-color TV series in its class. All three use TCL's Deep Color System to deliver 100% BT2020 color coverage based on tested unit performance, according to the company, along with expanded local dimming zones for deeper blacks and brighter HDR highlights.
Berlin – September 07, 2026 -- Eyesafe unveiled two additions to its screen protection platform at IFA 2026, including a privacy film that delivers roughly 12% higher light transmission than standard privacy screens without sacrificing side-angle protection.
Laboratory measurements across leading smartphones and industry reference displays showed Eyesafe HT Privacy achieving 74–75% average light transmission, compared with 66.3% for standard privacy film, according to company data from August 2026. The technology maintained effective side-angle privacy and showed no visible color shift on any tested display, with color difference measured at ΔE2000 ≤1.9. Eyesafe CEO Justin Barrett said the technology delivers a brighter head-on picture while keeping side-angle privacy intact.
HONG KONG – September 04, 2026 -- Global professional buyer pre-registration for the October 2026 Global Sources Hong Kong Shows is running 25% ahead of the same period last year, with North America and Europe driving the sharpest gains, organizers said.
The event runs October 11-21 at AsiaWorld-Expo under the theme "Connecting Global Innovation, Enabling Sustainable Sourcing." More than 4,200 Asia-based suppliers will occupy over 8,000 booths, presenting upwards of 330,000 new products spanning consumer electronics, gaming, mobile electronics, smart home, security & appliances, lifestyle electronics, and sports & outdoor. John Kao, Vice President of Global Sources Hong Kong and Overseas Shows, said the format lets buyers validate trends, inspect samples, place orders and secure suppliers in a single visit.