Topic: iSuppli Corporation

Smartphones: Is Apple or Samsung No. 1?

Smartphones sales are clearly reported by Apple. But Samsung remains very vague about how many smartphones it makes.

Android tablets: little headway against iPad

Android tablets, poised to challenge Apple's iPad a year ago, have largely fallen by the wayside. Here's why Android tablets and other tablet computers have a hard time against the iPad.

Amazon loses money on each Kindle Fire sold (on purpose)

The parts inside an Amazon Kindle Fire cost more than the e-reader's sticker price, according to a new report. But that's always been the Amazon way. 

Apple rumors point to cheaper iPhone 4

New Apple rumors say a less expensive, 8GB iPhone 4 could arrive within weeks. Reports suggest that the model will appeal to lower income families and countries. But what's behind these latest Apple rumors?

HP Touchpad tablet plummets to $99, sells like gangbusters

HP Touchpad: $99 fire-sale price ignites huge demand for the webOS tablet. Get 'em while you can.

Is Apple prepping an iPod Touch 3G?

An iPod Touch 3G could be on the way, according to a Dutch site.

South Korean tech companies pick up slack left by Japan

The global high-tech industry is suffering significant production losses as Japan's dominant semiconductor manufacturers struggle to resume operations. South Korean firms are moving to fill the void.

iPad 2 released abroad despite struggling to meet US demand

iPad 2: While the disaster in Japan may cause delays in production, the iPad 2 was rolled out overseas, Friday to much fanfare. Will Apple be able to meet the demand?

iPad 2 rollout could be affected by Japan quake

iPad 2 parts could be in short supply in wake of Japan disaster, analysts warned today.

BlackBerry maker RIM loses head of marketing

BlackBerry has another challenge ahead of the launch of their new PlayBook tablet - the head of RIM's marketing is leaving the company. After losing brand cachet, can the company catch up?

A newer, cheaper Kindle DX – will it matter?

The latest entrant to the crowded e-reader market is an improved and less expensive Kindle DX.

iPhone 4: Why you should wait

iPhone 4 fans are eager to get their hands on the new smartphone, but analysts say that it might be best to hold off until the bugs are worked out.

Does new iPhone 4 break more easily?

With all that glass, is the new iPhone 4 all that it's 'cracked up' to be?

Why Iron Man 2 ignores Hollywood 3D mania

Iron Man 2 was already in production when 3D Avatar made history. And though 3D is now a mainstream tool, it's not always appropriate, say filmmakers.

iPad parts cost $219, iSuppli posits, strengthening case for price-drop

The iPad isn't yet for sale, but the mid-grade, 3G-equipped iPad is Apple's most profitable model, researchers found.

Nexus One scores dim amid customer service row

Could poor customer service be the tragic flaw of the Nexus One "superphone?"

How much does it cost to build a Kindle 2?