WASHINGTON — Worldwide sales of semiconductors totaled $113.6 billion during the third quarter, an increase 5.8% year-over-year and 11% sequentially, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association.

MILPITAS, CA — Worldwide silicon wafer area shipments rose 6.9% year-over-year but were down 0.5% sequentially to 3,135 million sq. in. in the third quarter, according to the SEMI Silicon Manufacturers Group.

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Global tablet shipments rose 24.9% year-over-year to 47.6 million units, according to preliminary data from IDC.

FRAMINGHAM, MA -- The worldwide smartphone market showed signs of improvement in the third quarter as shipments declined just 1.3% year-over-year, according to preliminary data from IDC.