tldrdailynews.com logo
Tag

Omdia

All articles tagged with #omdia

Apple Mulls 13.8-Inch OLED MacBook Between Air and Pro
technology1 month ago

Apple Mulls 13.8-Inch OLED MacBook Between Air and Pro

Apple is reportedly planning a new 13.8-inch OLED MacBook to sit between the Air and Pro, targeted for 2029. The device would use a single-stack hybrid OLED with an LTPO+ backplane, integrated touch, an under-panel camera, and color-filter-embedded encapsulation, with suppliers TBD. The roadmap notes the OLED MacBook Air may be absent, suggesting a separate new category, and Apple’s plans could shift, so this remains a wait‑and‑see rumor three years out.

via MacRumors|
#apple#ltpo#macbook
Apple Keeps iPhone Prices Flat, Captures Global Smartphone Market Share
business2 months ago

Apple Keeps iPhone Prices Flat, Captures Global Smartphone Market Share

Apple captured a 20% share of the global smartphone market in Q2 2026 as shipments fell 4% year over year due to a memory-chip shortage, aided by a strong iPhone 17 upgrade cycle and flat iPhone pricing while rivals raised prices; with supply pressures continuing, analysts expect iPhone pricing could rise later in the year as component costs increase ahead of the iPhone 18 cycle.

via MacRumors|
#business#iphone#memory-chip-shortage
China bets big on humanoid robots, but buyers lag behind
business4 months ago

China bets big on humanoid robots, but buyers lag behind

China is accelerating its humanoid-robot industry with heavy state backing and large orders from state-owned enterprises for factories, data centers and consumer use, and it already leads global shipments. Yet high costs, data requirements, and reliability hurdles mean near-term demand is likely strongest in industrial and logistics settings rather than households; analysts warn a long runway before mass adoption, with Morgan Stanley forecasting around 28,000 units this year and Omdia projecting over 1 million annual shipments by the early 2030s, while domestic players like AGIBOT and Unitree push growth through cheaper local parts.

via AP News|
#business#china#humanoid-robots
MacBook Ultra Set to Lead Hybrid OLED Laptop Revolution
technology4 months ago

MacBook Ultra Set to Lead Hybrid OLED Laptop Revolution

Apple’s forthcoming MacBook Pro, rumored as a top OLED model nicknamed the MacBook Ultra, will reportedly use a hybrid oxide-TFT/tandem OLED panel produced by Samsung Display. The tech is expected to deliver higher brightness, better efficiency, and longer panel life, potentially pulling the wider OLED laptop market toward 14–16 inch machines; Omdia forecasts hybrid OLEDs growing from about 12.6% of OLED laptops in 2026 to 89.5% by 2033. Bleeding-edge features may include a touchscreen, thinner frames, and an M6-powered design in an Ultra tier, with a late-2026 or early-2027 launch, though production timing could shift due to memory shortages.

via MacRumors|
#hybrid-oled#macbook-pro#oled
Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display Could Spur Apple's Next Copycat Move
technology7 months ago

Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display Could Spur Apple's Next Copycat Move

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to include a privacy display that uses screen tech and AI to obscure on-screen content from angled viewers. The feature reportedly caught Apple's attention, with claims that Apple may copy it for future products (potentially MacBooks by 2029 and eventually iPhones). The report, attributed to Ice Universe via Omdia, frames the tech as influential but not yet guaranteed for release.

via PhoneArena|
#apple-copy#galaxy-s26-ultra#ice-universe
"Apple's Foldable Devices: The Future of iPhone and iPad Integration"
technology2 years ago

"Apple's Foldable Devices: The Future of iPhone and iPad Integration"

Rumors suggest that Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone could potentially replace the iPad mini in its product lineup, with analysts speculating that the device will be similar in size to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. Leaks have also hinted at the possibility of a foldable iPad and even a foldable MacBook from Apple. However, details remain uncertain, including the release date and the official name for the foldable device.

via TechRadar|
#apple#foldable-iphone#ipad-mini
"The Fascinating Story Behind Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset"
technology2 years ago

"The Fascinating Story Behind Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset"

Research firm Omdia estimates that the components for Apple's Vision Pro headset cost around $1,542, with the micro-OLED displays being the most expensive at $456, accounting for over a third of the total cost. However, this bill of materials does not include manufacturing, shipping, marketing, or research and development costs, so it's inaccurate to assume Apple makes nearly $2,000 in profit on each $3,499 headset. Analysts anticipate some of these costs to decrease over time, but the actual profit margin for Apple remains unknown.

via Ars Technica|
#apple#components-cost#micro-oled-displays
"The Cost and Controversy Surrounding Apple's Vision Pro Headset"
technology2 years ago

"The Cost and Controversy Surrounding Apple's Vision Pro Headset"

Research firm Omdia estimates that Apple's cost to build the Vision Pro headset is just over $1,500, with the most expensive component being the micro-OLED displays from Sony, costing $228 each. The M2 and the all-new R1 chips are the second most expensive components. It's important to consider that these cost estimates only cover materials and not other production costs, and Apple is expected to ship around 400,000 units in 2024.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#components#cost
"Rumored: Nintendo Switch 2 to Debut This Year with 8-Inch LCD Screen"
technologygaming2 years ago

"Rumored: Nintendo Switch 2 to Debut This Year with 8-Inch LCD Screen"

Nintendo is set to release a new gaming console with an 8-inch LCD screen this year, according to Omdia analyst Hiroshi Hayase. The new device is expected to double shipments of amusement displays by 2024 and is anticipated to be launched during this year's holiday period. With competition intensifying in the console space, the introduction of a better hardware platform would help reinvigorate Nintendo's appeal and raise the quality of games it can produce.

via Yahoo Finance|
#gaming-console#lcd-screen#nintendo