TAIPEI – Pegatron is attempting to expand its product range beyond Apple, the result of the China trade war and declining iPhone sales. The second-largest EMS ODM firm according to the CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY Directory of EMS Companies is also looking at new locations outside China.

MILPITAS, CA — North America-based semiconductor equipment manufacturers posted $2.06 billion in billings worldwide in May, down 23.6% year-over-year, according to SEMI.

BANNOCKBURN, IL — IPC is applauding the US House of Representatives for approving a measure that would promote research and development into the performance of lead-free electronics in high-reliability sectors such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and medical equipment.

TAIPEI -- Foxconn chairman Terry Gou made a public plea today for Apple to move production to Taiwan from China.