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.

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

SON, THE NETHERLANDS -- Neways recorded third quarter revenue of 121.2 million euros ($141.5 million), down 9% year-over-year as automotive demand tumbled, partially offset by higher medical and semiconductor sales.