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Huawei, Baidu stockpiles Samsung HBM chips amid US export fears
Huawei, Baidu, and many Chinese firms are hoarding Samsung HBM chips. The United States is expected to impose new restrictions on China. Given the coming US curbs, companies and startups are stockpiling HBM to stay on their track.
Reuters reports that Huawei, Baidu, and many Chinese firms stockpiling HBM chips from Samsung. It shows how China is gearing up to keep its technology ambitions on track amid rising trade tensions with the US.
Brands like Huawei and Baidu have aggressively increased their buying of AI semiconductors since early this year. It comes after fears that the United States could bring an export control package, restricting shipments for China’s semiconductor industry.
HBM, commonly known as high bandwidth memory, is a crucial component in the booming AI market. This advanced memory semiconductor allows seamless operations for Generative AI work as well as artificial intelligence servers.
SK Hynix, Samsung and Micron Technology are the only three HBM makers in the world. Since Micron Technology is a US-based company, Chinese OEMs are opting for either Samsung or HK Hynix to hoard HBM for future sustainability.
The Chinese chip demand has been largely focused on the HBM2E model. It is hard to estimate the volume or value of the stockpiled HBM chips. Notably, Chinese chip-designing startup Haawking recently ordered HBM chips from Samsung.
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16, which is powered by the new A18 chip. This chip is a big upgrade from the previous A16 Bionic. It is designed to deliver a powerful performance and enhanced efficiency
The A18 chip features a six-core CPU, five-core GPU, and a sixteen-core Neural Engine. These components work together to make the iPhone 16 up to 30% faster in single-core tasks compared to the iPhone 15. Users can expect smoother performance and quicker response time with the new iPhone.
Moreover, the Apple A18 chip arrives with an advanced memory system, which helps the chip manage traffic data more effectively. It uses a second-generation 3-nanometer fabrication process for less power usage to deliver high performance.
The new iPhone 16 is launched to fully take advantage of the new A18 chip, a rival for Samsung Galaxy 2025 smartphones. Apple says the phone is built to support the chip’s advancements in artificial intelligence and data processing capabilities.
Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus launched with a new Camera Control button for easy photo-taking and zoom adjustments. The iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch screen, while the Plus model offers a 6.7-inch display. Powered by the A18 chip, both phones offer improved performance with its advanced 3nm chipset.
Apple officially launched the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. At It’s Glowtime event, the company unveiled new models for consumers. The vanilla model features a 6.1-inch screen, while the Plus variant packs a 6.7-inch panel.
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus debut a dedicated Camera Control button. It is a touch-sensitive key, letting you snap a shot by tapping and adjusting zoom through a swipe gesture. For handy access, the iPhones boast this button below the power button.
Apple’s iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are powered by an A18 chip, up to 30% faster than iPhone 15. This 3nm chipset features a six-core CPU, five-core GPU, and sixteen-core Neural Engine for faster artificial intelligence performance.
Samsung has been enjoying a fruitful market position in the past three quarters. However, the new hardware launch by Apple will help it grab the market leader crown. The third quarter is going to be Apple’s but not for much time as S25 is incoming.
The Galaxy S25 series will be equipped with a 3nm chipset. Qualcomm’s Oryon CPU is rumored to better compete with Apple’s A18 processor. However, the Apple Intelligence features are expected to benefit iPhone 16 models in key markets.
The iPhone 16 also bring Action button first introduced on the iPhone 15 Pro models last year. More features include brighter and more durable screens as well as the A18 silicon, offering up to a twice as fast 16-core Neural Engine.
Unlike iPhone 15 lineup, Apple Intelligence is available across the iPhone 16 range. All four models support generative AI features derived from Apple Intelligence. It could lead older iPhone owners to upgrade to the new iPhone 16 model.
Apple has just announced the Apple Watch Series 10 at the “It’s Glowtime” event. The new model comes with a fresh design that hasn’t been updated since 2021. The Watch Series 10 features a thinner design and a larger display. It’s a strong competitor against Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch 7.
Apple Watch Series 10 launches with several notable enhancements. It supports fast charging, so you can get up to 80% battery in just 30 minutes. Now, you don’t have to wait long for your watch to be ready to go.
Moreover, the Watch Series 10 Titanium design integrates a new built-in speaker, which allows users to play music or podcasts directly from their wrist. It also has better water resistance and is certified for high-speed water sports up to 20 meters deep. It means that the watch can handle more intense water activities and includes the Depth app, which was previously only available on the Ultra models.
Following Galaxy Watch 7, the Watch Series 10 now includes the ability to detect sleep apnea. This is a condition where your breathing stops and starts while you sleep. The watch tracks your sleep patterns and can identify signs of sleep apnea if you wear it every night for a few days. This feature works similarly to the new Vitals app in watchOS 11.
Apple Watch Series 10 will be available for pre-order from September 13 and officially release on September 20. The starting price is $399 for the 44mm version. With these advancements, the Series 10 is set to challenge the Galaxy Watch 7, offering a range of new improvements.
