➀ Samsung Electronics has begun developing the next-generation Exynos for the Galaxy S27, aiming to recover its self-respect in the mobile application processor (AP) market.

➁ The new Exynos product, codenamed 'Ulysses,' will be produced using Samsung's second-generation 2nm process, SF2P, which is expected to be mass-produced in 2026.

➂ The development of the chip is crucial for Samsung's foundry competitiveness, as it seeks to regain its position in the advanced 2nm process market after losing the 3nm market to TSMC.

➀ Intel has approached Samsung to explore a 'foundry alliance';

➁ As TSMC's dominance in the foundry industry grows, Intel and Samsung are seen as potential challengers;

➂ A high-ranking Intel official recently requested a meeting with Samsung's top management to discuss comprehensive collaboration in the foundry sector.

➀ Samsung introduces the new 990 EVO Plus SSD, offering a 50% performance boost;

➁ The SSD is designed for gaming, business, and creative work, enhancing PC energy efficiency;

➂ Available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities with suggested prices starting at NT$3,879;

➃ Features Samsung's latest 8th Generation V-NAND technology and 5-nanometer controller;

➄ Offers high read and write speeds, with the 4TB model having industry-leading random read/write speeds.

➀ Samsung Electronics has postponed taking deliveries of ASML's chip-making equipment for its new Texas factory due to a lack of major customers.

➁ The delay is a setback for Samsung's $17 billion Taylor project, which aims to expand into contract chip manufacturing.

➂ ASML, the world's largest chipmaking equipment supplier, has cut its 2025 sales forecast due to the delay.