SAN MATEO, CA – The worldwide tablet market grew 11.5% year-over-year in the third quarter with shipments reaching 53.8 million units according to preliminary data from International Data Corp.

FRAMINGHAM, MA -- New smartphone releases and an increased emphasis on emerging markets drove global smartphone shipments above 300 million units for the second consecutive quarter. 

BANNOCKBURN, IL – North American printed circuit board sales remained sluggish in September, while orders strengthened, says IPC.

STAMFORD, CT – Worldwide shipments of 3D printers will reach 217,350 units in 2015, up 101% year-over-year, says Gartner.