Electronics

The U.S. trade deficit in goods and services widened to $77.6 billion in May as imports rose 3.3% and exports fell 3.2%. Increased demand for electronics, medicines, and AI-related technology drove higher imports, while the Trump administration’s tariffs and global supply chain disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz conflict failed to consistently reduce the deficit. New trade actions under Section 301 are being prepared to impose tariffs on countries restricting forced labor imports and those subsidizing domestic manufacturing.

Surveillance video in York County, S.C., shows a suspect appearing to dance with a gun during a car theft. Deputies released the footage to urge residents to lock vehicles and secure valuables, as no arrests or specific details about the incident were confirmed.

SRM-AP has launched a new B. Tech in Health Engineering course designed to integrate electronics, artificial intelligence, computer science, and medical sciences. The program aims to prepare students for careers in healthcare innovation and medical technology, starting in August this year.

Mecklenburg County's sales tax will increase from 7.25% to 8.25% next week, impacting items like clothes, electronics, prepared food, and alcohol. Prescription drugs, gas, and most groceries will remain unaffected by the change.

Costco is competing with Amazon's Prime Day by offering deals on high-dollar purchases, particularly electronics. The article highlights that members can find significant savings through these promotions.

Amazon's Prime Day faces challenges as nearly 86% of online shoppers are already Prime members, shifting the event's focus from acquiring new members to encouraging existing ones to purchase more. Amazon is promoting groceries and essentials during this year's Prime Day, competing with rival sales from Walmart and other retailers.

Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, met with India’s High Commissioner and venture capitalists in Singapore to promote the state’s strengths in electronics and natural farming. The visit aims to attract investors and highlight India's economic potential.

Conflict coltan smuggled from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) through Rwanda is entering global markets and consumer electronics, despite existing due diligence systems. The article highlights the persistence of conflict coltan in global supply chains, raising concerns about its role in funding conflicts and its presence in popular products.

A current shortage of resin, a material used in electronics like smartphones, may lead to increased prices. Most consumers are unaware of resin's role in these devices.

A team at the University of Minnesota found that altering a metal film's thickness by a few nanometers can significantly change its electronic behavior. This discovery offers a new method to control metals and may advance electronics, catalysis, and quantum technology.

NLAB is described as the world's smallest electronics lab, available as a kit. The article is hosted on getnlab.com and has 8 points with 3 comments on Hacker News.

The European Union has imposed a €200 million fine on Chinese e-commerce company Temu for selling toxic and unsafe products, including baby toys and electronics, under the Digital Services Act. Temu disputes the ruling, which requires online platforms to protect consumers from harmful content.

The European Commission fined Temu €200 million for failing to prevent the sale of illegal and dangerous products like baby toys and electronics on its platform. The penalty followed a 19-month investigation revealing widespread unsafe items.

A self-powered computer, measuring the size of a credit card and approximately 1mm thick, was built and shared online. The project gained attention on Reddit and Hacker News, with 24 points and one comment noted.

The article reviews the best power banks of 2026, highlighting the author's testing of over 100 models. It emphasizes their utility for charging phones, laptops, handheld gaming consoles, and other electronics while traveling.

Scientists developed a new memory chip that reduces energy loss through extreme miniaturization and structural redesign, potentially solving overheating and battery drain issues in electronics. The device improves efficiency as it shrinks, enabling ultra-efficient smartphones, wearables, and AI systems.

Sam's Club is offering a 60% discount in April 2026 for bulk groceries, household essentials, and electronics through verified promo codes or membership discounts. The promotion aims to provide significant savings on a variety of products for members and customers using the specified codes.

eBay is offering coupon codes and deals with up to 60% off select items. The promotions include electronics, home products, card games, car parts, and other categories.