Report: Samsung Electronics to manufacture Googles second-generation Tensor on 4nm process

A new report from Naver cites industry sources that Samsung Electronics foundries will begin mass-producing Google’s second-generation Tensor chipset on the 4nm process this month. Google revealed it would launch two new Pixel 7 models in the fall – these new devices would feature the new chipset. The other thing mentioned was the use of PLP technology. “PLP is a packaging technique which chips cut from a wafer are placed on a rectangular panel. It is possible to minimize the discarded edge, thereby reducing cost and improving productivity.” Samsung is reportedly in close talks with...