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Texas Instruments Up 21.7% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (TXN)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Fri Feb 13, 11:02AM CST
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) on October 22nd, 2014 at $47.14. In approximately 4 months, Texas Instruments has returned 21.74% as of today's recent price of $57.38.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Global Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Industry Report 2015
M2 - Fri Feb 13, 9:00AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/zchn79/global_narrowband) has announced the addition of the "Global Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Industry Report 2015" report to their offering. The Global Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Industry Report 2015 is a professional and in-depth study on the current state of the narrowband land mobile radio industry. The report provides a basic overview of the industry including definitions, classifications, applications and industry chain structure. The narrowband land mobile radio market analysis is provided for the international markets including development trends, competitive landscape analysis, and key regions development status. Development policies and plans are also discussed and manufacturing processes and cost structures analyzed. Narrowband land mobile radio industry import/export consumption, supply and demand figures and cost price and production value gross margins are also provided. The report focuses on eleven industry players providing information such as company profiles, product picture and specification, capacity production, price, cost, production value and contact information. Upstream raw materials and equipment and downstream demand analysis is also carried out. The narrowband land mobile radio industry development trends and marketing channels are analyzed. Finally the feasibility of new investment projects are assessed and overall research conclusions offered. With 146 tables and figures the report provides key statistics on the state of the industry and is a valuable source of guidance and direction for companies and individuals interested in the market. Key Topics Covered: Chapter One Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Industry Overview Chapter Two Narrowband Land Mobile Radio International and China Market Analysis Chapter Three Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Technical Data and Manufacturing Plants Analysis Chapter Four Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Production by Regions By Technology By Applications Chapter Five Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Manufacturing Process and Cost Structure Chapter Six 2009-2014 Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Productions Supply Sales Demand Market Status and Forecast Chapter Seven Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Key Manufacturers Analysis Chapter Eight Up and Down Stream Industry Analysis Chapter Nine Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Marketing Channels Analysis Chapter Ten 2015-2020 Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Industry Development Trend Chapter Eleven Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Supply Chain Relationship Analysis Chapter Twelve Narrowband Land Mobile Radio New Project Investment Feasibility Analysis Chapter Thirteen Global Narrowband Land Mobile Radio Industry Research Conclusions Companies Mentioned - EF Johnson Technologies - Harris - Icom - Kenwood - Midland Radio Corporation - Motorola Solutions - RELM Wireless - Ritron - Tait Communications - Texas Instruments - Vertex Standard For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/zc...narrowband
MSI: 69.91 (-0.09), TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
EnOcean and Self Powered Wireless Technology 2015 Report
M2 - Thu Feb 12, 9:00AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/krkbrw/enocean_and_self) has announced the addition of the "EnOcean and Self Powered Wireless Technology 2015 Report" report to their offering. This new report focuses exclusively on self-powered and energy harvesting wireless sensor network module technologies and applications. Self-powered wireless technology has begun to attract the attention of the sensor market with its unique freedom from power requirements. As an energy-harvesting technology it provides solutions in a wide variety of sensor and control applications via very flexible facilities configuration through what are essentially stick-on switches. As one specific example, EnOcean technology is designed to be reliable and robust enough to suit diverse applications. EnOcean and Self Powered Wireless Technology 2015, market report analyzes and forecasts the market for EnOcean and other Self Powered Wireless Modules. The report includes global & regional market trends & forecasts, economic effects, and strategic developments. It is likely that 2015 will be the year of home automation, but this is dependent on stable financial and real estate markets, said Kirsten West, Principal Analyst with WTRS. Regardless, 2015 is the year that EnOcean enters the home automation market and of all the WSN options, EnOcean stands the strongest chance of gaining a significant foothold. The EnOcean and Self Powered Wireless Technology 2015 Report analyzes and forecasts the market for self powered wireless technology in the WSN market. The report includes an evaluation of emerging technologies like EnOcean and comparison to existing competition including IEEE 802.15.4, ZigBee, and Z-Wave. The report provides 5-year forecasts of dominant emerging self powered wireless sensor network technologies that detail sales volume, unit shipments, and average selling price by geography. Historical price and volume data beginning in 2008 is also included. Key Topics Covered: 1. Executive Summary 2. Industry and Market Overview - EnOcean Self-Powered Wireless Technology - Major Players in EnOcean & Other Technologies 3. Market Drivers - Cost Efficiency - Energy Consumption - Pent-Up Industry Demand - Flexible Network Configuration - Connectivity to Installed Gateway Base - Existing Products Act as Reference to Technology Viability 4. Business Case Analysis - EnOcean SWOT Analysis 5. Hardware Competitor Analysis - Competitor Analysis: ZigBee - Competitor Analysis: Z-Wave 6. Applications - Home Automation Emerges As A Major Force - Building Automation and Commercial Applications - Medical/Healthcare Applications - Agricultural Applications - Industrial Applications - Landscaping Applications 7. Alliance Activity - EnOcean Alliance - Participation in Standards Bodies 8. IP & Technical Analysis Companies Featured: - Spectrum Advantage - Technologies for Energy Harvesting - EnOcean Patent Analysis - Companies Involved in EnOcean Development - Ad Hoc Electronics - BK-Electronic GmbH - Boeing Commercial Aircraft - BSC Computer GmbH - Distech Controls - EchoFlex Solutions - Eltako GmbH - EnOcean GmbH - Hautau GmbH - Hoppe AG - Kieback&Peter GmbH & Co. KG - Leviton Mfg. Company Inc. - Masco Corporation - MK Electric (a Honeywell Company) - Omnio AG - Osram GmbH - Osram Sylvania - Servodan A/S - Siemens Building Technologies - steute Schaltger?te GmbH & Co. - Texas Instruments - Thermokon Sensortechnik GmbH - Unitronic AG - WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG - Wieland Electric GmbH - Zumtobel Lighting GmbH For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/kr...n_and_self
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53), MAS: 26.45 (+0.02)
Texas Instruments Rises 2.86% on Heavy Volume: Watch For Potential Pullback
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue Feb 10, 4:09PM CST
Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $54.57 to a high of $55.87. Yesterday, the shares gained 2.9%, which took the trading range above the 3-day high of $55.45 on volume of 5.4 million shares. Often times after large one-day gains, short term traders will seek to take profits and, as such, investors should be cautious.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
SmarTrend Watching for Potential Pullback in Shares of Texas Instruments After 2.86% Gain
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue Feb 10, 4:09PM CST
Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $54.57 to a high of $55.87. Yesterday, the shares gained 2.9%, which took the trading range above the 3-day high of $55.45 on volume of 5.4 million shares. Often times after large one-day gains, short term traders will seek to take profits and, as such, investors should be cautious.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Global Automotive MEMS Market 2015-2019: Key Vendors are Denso, Freescale Semiconductor, Robert Bosch & Sensata Technologies
M2 - Tue Feb 10, 10:42AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4rk8mw/global_automotive) has announced the addition of the "Global Automotive MEMS Market 2015-2019" report to their offering. The Global Automotive MEMS market to grow at a CAGR of 11% over the period 2014-2019 The government is adopting EU emission standards to reduce carbon emission levels of vehicles, resulting in increased implementation of engine sensors. According to the report, one of the major growth drivers of the Global Automotive MEMS market is the increased usage in TPMS. Growing concern about vehicle safety is the main reason, leading to an increase in application of MEMS in TPMS, as low tire pressure can cause fatal car accidents. Further, the report states that complexity in the design of the automotive MEMS is one of the major challenges hindering the growth of the Global Automotive MEMS market. Manufacturers find it difficult to design and develop MEMS that are compatible with safety solutions and meet safety standards. MEMS are small mechanical devices that run on electricity. The MEMS that are used in the automotive applications are referred as automotive MEMS. Gyroscopes, accelerometers, flow sensors, and pressure sensors are the key devices that are used in the automotive applications. Currently, ESC, TPMS, airbags, and navigation are the most important automotive applications in which MEMS devices are installed. On the basis of applications, the Global Automotive MEMS market can be segmented into five segments: Vehicle Security Systems, Comfort and Convenience, Infotainment, Powertrain, and Safety and Control. These are sets of methodologies and technologies that transform unstructured and structured data into meaningful and useful information. Key Vendors - Denso - Freescale Semiconductor - Robert Bosch - Sensata Technologies Other Prominent Vendors - Analog Devices - Delphi Automotive - GE Measurement & Control - Infineon Technologies - Pacific Industrial - Panasonic - Renesas Electronics - ROHM Semiconductor - STMicroelectronics - Texas Instruments Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Geographical Segmentation - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4r...automotive
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53), ADI: 57.05 (+0.33), DLPH: 78.70 (+0.64)
Arbor Solution's New HTab Terminal is a Total Bedside Patient Infotainment and Communications Solution
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 10, 10:30AM CST
Arbor Solution has introduced HTab, an all-in-one bedside infotainment and communications terminal, specifically designed for the healthcare industry. The new device offers excellent multimedia entertainment and communication services, while providing a convenient environment for both clinician and patient. It features TMM Software's MultiMed Touch software preloaded on Arbor's M1012 10.1" high-definition Android terminal with a multi-touch projected capacitive 10-point LCD touchscreen, and an energy-efficient Texas Instruments (TI) OMAP(TM) 4470 dual core Cortex(TM)-A9 1.5 GHz processor. The Arbor HTab is IP65 rated and complies with medical certifications.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Earnings Highlights - Texas Instruments
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 10, 8:30AM CST
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TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
TI's SafeTI(TM) software development process assessed to meet ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 functional safety standards to ASIL D and SIL 3 levels of safety integrity
PR Newswire - Tue Feb 10, 7:00AM CST
Today, Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) announced that its SafeTI(TM) functional safety software development process is now certified as suitable for development of ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 compliant software components. TI's process was assessed by TÜV NORD, an internationally recognized and accredited independent assessor of compliance to quality and safety standards. In addition, new SafeTI Compliance Support Packages (CSPs), developed according to TI's certified software development process, are now available for Hercules(TM) microcontroller (MCU) software components. TI developed these CSPs to make it easier for customers using Hercules software to achieve end system functional safety certification.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Analog Devices Champs At Bit On Chip Demand For Cars
at Investor's Business Daily - Mon Feb 09, 4:35PM CST
Analog Devices, among the world's most prominent producers of analog chips used in wireless network equipment, is poised to continue profiting from solid demand for increasingly advanced semiconductor content, including in cars and trucks, analysts...
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Texas Instruments Fellow Larry J. Hornbeck, PhD, Wins the Oscar®
PR Newswire - Mon Feb 09, 8:00AM CST
Larry J. Hornbeck, PhD, the inventor of the digital micromirror device (DMD) or DLP® chip, the technology that led to the design and development of DLP Cinema® display technology from Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN), has been awarded an Academy Award® of Merit (Oscar® statuette) for his contribution to revolutionizing how motion pictures are created, distributed and viewed. The industry's conversion from 35-mm motion picture film to digital cinema is nearly complete worldwide, with DLP Cinema technology now powering more than eight out of 10 digital movie theatre screens.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Texas Instruments Up 17.6% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (TXN)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Fri Feb 06, 9:50AM CST
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) on October 22nd, 2014 at $47.14. In approximately 4 months, Texas Instruments has returned 17.56% as of today's recent price of $55.41.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
After Yesterday's Rally of 1.27% Shares Could Potentially Pullback
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Feb 05, 4:10PM CST
Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $54.48 to a high of $55.34. Yesterday, the shares gained 1.3%, which took the trading range above the 3-day high of $54.90 on volume of 4.9 million shares. Often times after large one-day gains, short term traders will seek to take profits and, as such, investors should be cautious.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Texas Instruments Set to Possibly Pullback After Yesterday's Rally of 1.27%
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Feb 05, 4:09PM CST
Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $54.48 to a high of $55.34. Yesterday, the shares gained 1.3%, which took the trading range above the 3-day high of $54.90 on volume of 4.9 million shares. Often times after large one-day gains, short term traders will seek to take profits and, as such, investors should be cautious.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
TI executives to speak at upcoming investor conferences
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 05, 3:00PM CST
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) announced that two of its executives will speak at investor conferences in San Francisco on Tuesday, February 10, 2015.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)
Atmel’s Stock Merits Attention after Earnings Beat, New Dividend
at The Street - Thu Feb 05, 9:08AM CST
Atmel's results and its new dividend have earned the stock a place in investors' portfolio.
ATML: 8.39 (+0.09), SYNA: 78.91 (+0.87), TXN: 57.97 (+0.53), MCHP: 50.71 (+0.73)
Global Wireless Portable Medical Device Market 2015-2020: Technology (BT/BLE, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, ANT+) & Applications (Monitoring, Medical Therapeutics, Diagnosis, Fitness & Wellness)
M2 - Thu Feb 05, 4:18AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/z9g63h/wireless_portable) has announced the addition of the "Wireless Portable Medical Device Market by Technology, Component, Application, and Geography - Global Forecast to 2020" report to their offering. In this report, communication technology used in wireless portable medical devices is categorized into BT/BLE, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, and ANT Each technology is analyzed both in terms of qualitative and quantitative aspect, and it includes all sub segments with detailed analysis. The competitive landscape section of the report primarily focuses on latest developments, and respective market share rankings of the key industry players in the wireless portable medical devices industry. In addition to that, the report entails emerging market trends, advancements in the technological space, market demand of the segments, key growth areas, market size, region-wise demand factors, and key competitors' analysis. With the advent of advanced wireless technologies for portable medical devices the modern healthcare industry is witnessing an exponential growth in the market. The growth of global wireless portable medical device market is attributed to various technological advancements, integration of the healthcare industry with information technology and convergence with internet of things. Increasing urbanization, increasing ageing population, increasing income levels and awareness about fitness and wellness have catalyzed the growth of the wireless portable medical device market. In addition to that, an increasing demand for personalized healthcare has also fueled the growth. Wireless portable medical devices exhibit a huge potential in terms of applications such as monitoring, medical therapeutics, diagnosis, and fitness and wellness. A continuous development of innovative electronic devices, low cost medical facilities, and continuous support by various governments is leading towards heavy investment in research and development in healthcare and the portable medical devices market. In the medical electronics market, the sensors segment has captured the majority of the market share. Some of the major companies in wireless portable medical device market include GE Healthcare (U.K.), Maxim Integrated (U.S.), Texas Instruments (U.S.), STMicroelectronics N.V. (Switzerland), Freescale Semiconductor Inc. (U.S.), ON Semiconductor Corporation (U.S.), Philips Healthcare (Netherland), Omron Healthcare (Japan), Medtronic, Inc. (U.S.), Analog Devices (U.S.) and (Japan). Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Research Methodology 3 Executive Summary 4 Premium Insights 5 Market Overview 6 Industry Trends 7 Wireless Portable Medical Device Market, By Components 8 Wireless Portable Medical Device Market, By Application 9 Geographic Analysis 10 Competitive Landscape 11 Company Profiles - Analog Devices, Inc. - Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. - Ge Healthcare - Infineon Technologies - Maxim Integrated - Medtronic - Omron Healthcare - On Semiconductor Corporation - Philips Healthcare - Renesas Electronics Corporation - Stmicroelectronics - Texas Instruments For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/z9...s_portable
MDT: 75.26 (+0.33), TXN: 57.97 (+0.53), ADI: 57.05 (+0.33), STM: 8.91 (-0.21), ONNN: 11.94 (+0.33)
Global Temperature Sensor Market Analysis and Forecast (2013 - 2018)
M2 - Thu Feb 05, 4:14AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/db6vbh/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Temperature Sensor Market Analysis and Forecast (2013 - 2018)" report to their offering. Temperature sensors are the components or devices which are used for measuring the temperature of an object or medium. They can be broadly classified into contact and non-contact sensors. Thermocouples, Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs), Thermistors, Temperature Sensor ICs are the main type of contact sensors in the market. Thermopiles and Infrared detectors are the key non-contact sensors. The major applications of temperature sensors are in petrochemical industry, automotive industry, consumer electronics industry, metal industries, food and beverages industry, and healthcare. The largest application segment for temperature sensors is the petrochemical segment, together with related process applications. The electronics segment follows as the second largest application segment for temperature sensors. Temperature sensors can be and are being used universally in almost all the industry segments. This ubiquitous nature of these sensors has made it a mature market. However, the non-contact sensors market has a higher growth potential compared to contact sensors in different industries like process automation, discrete automation and automotive market etc. Key Topics Covered: 1 Global Temperature Sensor- Market Overview 2 Global Temperature Sensors - Executive Summary 3 Global Temperature Sensor-Market Landscape 4 Global Temperature Sensors-Market Forces 5 Global Temperature Sensors-Strategic Analysis 6 Global Temperature Sensors Market - By Product Type 7 Global Temperature Sensors Market - By Rtd Type 8 Global Thermocouples Market - By Alloys Used 9 Global Temperature Sensors Market - By Metals Used 10 Global Temperature Sensors Market - By End-User Applications 11 Global Temperature Sensor Market - By Geography 12 Market Entropy 13 Company Profiles 14 Appendix Companies Mentioned: - Analog Devices - Omega Engineering - Watlow Electrical Manufacturing Company - Honeywell International - Instrumentation Dynatherm - Maxim Integrated Products - Microchip Technology Ltd - Stmicroelectronics N.V. - Texas Instruments Incorporated - Applied Sensor Technologies - Sensata Technologies Holding N.V. - Mitsumi Electric Co. LTD. - C-Temp International - Heimann Sensor Gmbh - Tempsens Instruments Pvt. - Innovative Sensor Technology Ist Ag - Measurement Specialities - Zentrum Microelektronik Dresden Ag - Thermometrics Corporation - Melexis Microelectronic Systems For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/db6vbh/global
MXIM: 34.92 (+0.36), HON: 104.38 (+0.88), TXN: 57.97 (+0.53), MCHP: 50.71 (+0.73), ADI: 57.05 (+0.33)
American Foundation for the Blind Announces 2015 Access Award Winners
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 04, 11:51AM CST
The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is proud to announce that Comcast, Microsoft, MIPsoft, Odin Mobile, Joel Snyder, Ph.D., Texas Instruments Education Technology, Orbit Research and American Printing House for the Blind (APH) will be honored with 2015 Access Awards for their commitment to innovation and access for all.
TXN: 57.97 (+0.53)