THE LEAD
A Nintendo Switch 2 teardown reveals modest improvements such as more powerful GPU as well as a larger fan, but continues to draw criticism for poor repairability, including glued batteries.
US and China have reportedly reached a new trade deal that raises tariffs on Chinese imports to a proposed 55 percent from 30 percent, potentially increasing electronics prices.
TECH NEWS
An OrCAD X Live BOM webinar set for June 18 will address late-stage BOM issues and smarter design practices. Registration is open now for the 45-minute session.
PCEA has announced the technical program for PCB West 2025, featuring over 125 hours of training and more than 50 sessions, including 30 classes new to the industry-leading tech conference.
Rice University students won a global design contest for a wearable haptic wristband featuring a self-contained PCB system. The device integrates motor control, sensors and feedback modules.
Fresh Start and Benchmark have launched a training program for women looking to enter advanced manufacturing careers.
Sayaka releases SAM-CT34XZ router/depaneler.
Zasche Handling launches Smart Handling Big Bin Picking System.
Techcon launches Side-by-Side Dispensing Cartridge Line.
Kyocera AVX offers Chip Antennas for SiP applications.
Frank Mullaney and Emma Hudson share some of iNEMI’s ongoing projects, including new content on PCB test methods, solders, and laminates on the PCB Chat podcast.
Tom Britton and Nataliia Matsiuk of Jefferson Lab join Geoffrey Hazelett of FreedomCAD, Matt Leary of Newgrange Design and Mike Buetow of PCEA to share work on a Department of Energy program that pair scientists with real-world industry problems.
Looking for networking opportunities? Join the PCEA Discord server, bringing together engineers and designers from around the world on a private channel for discussing technical questions and career opportunities.
MATERIAL GAINS
Lateral Thinking and Simplicity Can Power Our Quest for Decarbonization
As global trading and economic power dominate the news, it's essential to consider the significance of the world’s electric vehicle markets in these developments. Western and Japanese car manufacturers are realizing that China has a huge lead in electric vehicle technology and a large, receptive domestic market that fuels the success of its local brands.
ALUN MORGAN

|
|
|
|