2023-04-13

Samsung to supply OLED screens to Ferrari, next-generation car display panels

Samsung Display Co., the display division of Samsung Electronics, announced Tuesday that it has signed an OLED display supply agreement with Ferrari that will help the Italian luxury automaker with its digital transformation.   The two companies held a ceremony at Samsung Display’s Ansan campus, 83 kilometers from Seoul, to exchange a memorandum of understanding in which Samsung Display will supply automotive OLED displays to Ferrari. Samsung Display has already supplied OLED displays to Hyundai’s IONIQ and Audi’s e-tron m...
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2023-04-13

New photodiode from ams OSRAM improves performance in visible and IR light applications

New TOPLED® D5140, SFH 2202 photodiode provides higher sensitivity and much higher linearity than standard photodiodes on the market today Wearable devices using the TOPLED® D5140, SFH 2202 will be able to improve heart rate and SpO2 measurement in challenging ambient light conditions By using the TOPLED® D5140, SFH 2202, manufacturers of wearable devices aimed at the premium segment of the market can differentiate their products through superior performance in vital signs measurement Premstaetten, Austria and Munich Germany ...
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2023-04-12

ISLE 2023 Concludes with Booming Success in Shenzhen, China's LED Production Hub

SHENZHEN, China, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ISLE, the International Smart Display & Integrated System Exhibition (Shenzhen), concluded in Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center on April 9, 2023. "The past three days are just incredible. Attendance is higher than our expectations, we saw packed exhibition halls. It is great to see everybody back for person-to-person reconnection, especially with thousands of international visitors!" said Li Yingjie, CEO of ISLE. As the annual event featuring innovations and solution...
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2023-04-12

Apple analysts offer new details about 27-inch Studio Display with mini-LEDs and 120 Hz ProMotion support

According to new reports, Apple will not release a new 27-inch Studio Display with mini-LED backlights or 120 Hz ProMotion support anytime soon. Purportedly, Apple has cancelled the current model, but an analyst has revealed mass production plans centred around a new prototype. Ming-Chi Kuo and Ross Young have expanded upon rumours for a new Apple external monitor. According to earlier rumours, Apple has planned to launch a more premium alternative to the Studio Display last summer. Allegedly, the 27-inch monitor would combined mini-LEDs with 120 Hz ProM...
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2023-04-12

Rohinni Adopts CyberOptics MRS-Enabled SQ3000 Multi-Function system for Inspection and Metrology of Rohinni’s Micro LED Technology

Rohinni combines vision, execution and micron-scale electronics to make impossible products possible. Using its patented device-placement technologies, Rohinni, together with its joint venture partners, enables bringing innovative products to market in high volumes, and at greatly reduced cost. Example of micro/mini LED solutions. Challenge Micro LEDs developed using Rohinni’s technology can be deployed in consumer electronics devices, automotive applications and outdoor signage, among other applications. The disruptive technology enables products that are brighte...
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2023-04-11

Cree LED Aims to Conquer the LED Market

By: Heinz Arnold, Senior Editor/Stellv. Chefredakteur Markt&Technik (Originally published in Markt&Technik, February 2023. Reprinted with permission)   Breaking into new market sectors with a fast-paced release of technical innovations, Cree LED has hit the ground running as a pure-play LED supplier. Cree LED is well known as a manufacturer of high-power lighting LEDs – where the company has long maintained a global market share of more than 30 percent – and is growing its traction in the mid-power lighting LED market. With ...
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2023-04-11

Samsung Display to use M12 material set again for iPhone 15 OLED

Could become rival to LX Semicon Fab equipment maker Wonik wants to acquire display driver IC company TLI, TheElec has learned. Wonik, which also makes display equipment and chips, has expressed its interest in acquiring the fabless chip company since last year, sources said. The pair have recently met to discuss the issue, they added. Wonik chairman Lee Yong-han is known for his close ties with Samsung, the company’s key customer. If the acquisition succeeds, Wonik will become a large Samsung-backed fabless rivaling LX Semicon, which spun off fr...
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2023-04-11

Innoviz Technologies and Ascendtek Sign Distribution Agreement to Increase LiDAR Sales throughout Greater China Region

Innoviz and Ascendtek partner to grow LiDAR sales for automotive and non-automotive applications in Greater China region. Innoviz adds Ascendtek to its rapidly expanding global ecosystem of 30+ partners and distributors to accelerate high-performance LiDAR adoption worldwide. TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: INVZ) (the "Company" or "Innoviz"), a technology leader of high-performance, automotive-grade LiDAR sensors and perception...
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2023-04-11

Apple is apparently dropping plans for a 27-inch mini-LED ProMotion display

Since the Studio Display landed last April, Apple has been rumored to be working on an even better 27-inch monitor for desktop Macs. The purported 27-inch screen is said to use mini-LED backlighting, giving it superior contrast and high dynamic range, and is said to have support for ProMotion, with variable refresh rates up to 120 Hz. It was not clear how the new screen would be placed. It could have been a replacement for the Studio Display, which is already expensive enough to fit the role of a premium monitor with specs like HDR and variable refresh, or it could ...
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2023-04-11

1.5A Synchronous Buck LED Driver IC for reduced EMI in Automotive Lighting

IS32LT3965’s FCCM Switcher comes in tiny low-profile flip-chip package   MILPITAS, Calif., April 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lumissil Microsystems, a division of Integrated Silicon Solution, Inc. (ISSI), announces the release of its latest high-performance synchronous Buck LED driver IC. The IS32LT3965 is designed for automotive applications requiring stable LED brightness over a wide operating voltage and temperature range. It is a 1.5A synchronous switching LED driver with advanced features such as integrated h...
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2023-04-10

Samsung spending billions to keep OLED lead on China

Thinner, lighter, brighter flat and foldable OLED panel displays are the future of smartphones, laptops and more Samsung Display unveils its next-generation OLED technologies in the world’s biggest display exhibition. Image: Samsung Display Samsung Display plans to more than double its OLED flat panel display manufacturing capacity over the next three years to maintain its world’s leading position in the face of intense competition from China. On April 4, at a ceremony attended by South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and Samsung Electronics...
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2023-04-10

DigiLens Announces Launch of SRG+DigiLens Announces Launch of SRG+

SRG+ is set to revolutionize the industry by delivering reflective efficiencies at an HOE cost SRG+ breakthrough features (Graphic: Business Wire) SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DigiLens Inc., a global leader in waveguide technology, is proud to announce the launch of SRG+, the next level of surface relief gratings (SRG) that advances DigiLens' current industry-leading volume Bragg gratings (VBG) with improved efficiency, uniformity, increased field of view, and compact form factor — all at a low price point, and with the...
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2023-04-07

The Galaxy Watch 6 screen may rival the Apple Watch by shrinking its bezel

Smaller bezels mean a bigger screen (Image credit: Future / Basil Kronfli)   Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Watch 6 might bring some significant design changes to the series if the latest rumors are to be believed. The news this time around is that the device’s watch face will have a smaller bezel to increase the display’s size. This information comes from renowned industry leaker Ice Universe on Twitter(opens in new tab) who claims the screen size on the Galaxy Watch 6 is “100 percent confirmed” to be 1.47 inches, up from the Galaxy W...
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2023-04-07

Daktronics dvLED video wall enhances Ping Identity Corporation boardroom

Daktronics partners with High Country Low Voltage to provide sleek video backdrop for the American software company Partnering with AV integrator High Country Low Voltage, Daktronics recently manufactured and installed a new LED video wall at Ping Identity Corporation’s boardroom in Denver, Colorado. The 1.9mm direct-view dvLED video wall adds a dynamic visual element backdrop within the meeting space, supporting presentations, screen casting video sharing, hybrid meetings and more. “It is great to be able to provide such a beautiful canvas for P...
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2023-04-07

ROHM’s New 4ch/6ch LED Drivers for LCD Backlights Contribute to Lower Power Consumption in Medium to Large Automotive Displays

Santa Clara, CA and Kyoto, Japan, April 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ROHM Semiconductor today announced new 4ch/6ch LED driver ICs (BD83A04EFV-M, BD83A14EFV-M, BD82A26MUF-M) designed for medium- to large-size automotive displays in car infotainment and instrument clusters. In recent years, the continuing evolution of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and enhanced car infotainment functionality have led to the use of larger displays. Consequently, LED drivers for LCD backlights in automotive displays are required...
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2023-04-07

ams OSRAM completes the transaction to sell the Digital Systems business in Europe and Asia to Inventronics

ams OSRAM confirms the finalization of the divestiture of the Digital Systems business in Europe and Asia to Inventronics This closing represents the last of the communicated disposals following the acquisition of OSRAM ams OSRAM will continue to focus on the high technology semiconductor business and its automotive and specialty lamps business Premstaetten, Austria and Munich, Germany (4 April 2023) -- ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in optical solutions, announced today that the disposal of the Digital Systems business in Europe a...
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2023-04-06

Toyoda Gosei develops “LED Shadow Illumination” for vehicle interiors

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has developed an LED lamp unit that projects patterns in vehicle interiors using shadow. This product will be used on the new Lexus RZ battery electric vehicle from Toyota Motor. A plate with delicate decorative patterns is built into the LED lamp unit that was mainly used in the interior lighting. This projects an attractive ornamental design on the door interior to present a fresh impression at night, as if the vehicle interior had been given a makeover. Toyoda Gosei’s optical technology prevents passenger shadows by projecting light dia...
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2023-04-06

PxE Holographic Imaging Raises $6.5 Million To Bring Depth And Infrared Capabilities To Sensors At Lower Costs

PxE Holographic Imaging – a company that develops holographic imaging cameras – announced that it comes out of stealth with a $5.4 million Seed Round led by KDT – Koch Disruptive Technologies (the technology investment arm of Koch Industries) and M Ventures (the venture investment arm of Merck). This latest funding round adds to the initial pre-seed investment by M Ventures, which together with several non-dilutive grants, brings the total investment in the company to $6.5 million since inception. PxE’s holographic imaging technology makes it ...
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2023-04-06

Mojo Vision Raises $22.4M in First Close of New Series A Round for Development of High Performance Micro-LED Technology

Funding led by NEA and Khosla Ventures New CEO Nikhil Balram brings semiconductor and display expertise to company.   SARATOGA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mojo Vision, the high-performance micro-LED company, today announced a $22.4 million new Series A investment round to propel the development and commercialization of its micro-LED display technology for consumer, enterprise and government applications. The funding round is led by existing investors, NEA and Khosla Ventures, with participation from additional investors including Dolb...
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2023-04-06

Aldo Kamper officially joins ams OSRAM as CEO

Aldo Kamper joins as CEO of ams OSRAM His priority is to further develop the strategic focus and execution ability of ams OSRAM Brings long-time experience in the semiconductor industry Premstaetten, Austria and Munich, Germany (1 April 2023) – ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in optical solutions, today announced that Aldo Kamper has become active in his role as CEO and Chairman of the Management Board at the company. He was appointed and announced in this role by the ams OSRAM Supervisory Board on 30 January 20...
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2023-04-06

Mojo Vision Secures Series A Round for Development of Micro-LED Technology

Today, Mojo Vision, the high-performance micro-LED company, announced a new Series A investment round led by New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA) and Khosla Ventures. This investment will propel the development and commercialization of its micro-LED display technology — a market forecasted to exceed $160 billion by 2026. Mojo Vision’s micro-LED technology delivers a world-record pixel pitch of over 14,000ppi. Their High Performance Quantum Dot (HPQD) technology creates small, bright, and efficient RGB pixels. The design uses an advanced ...
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2023-03-31

HP OMEN Transcend 16 gaming laptops with mini-LED screen, 13th Gen Intel Core i9 CPU announced

These laptops are among the lightest and slimmest 16-inch gaming laptops, and a mini-LED screen version is also offered. The variants pack an Intel Core i9-13900HX processor, which has 24 cores, 32 threads, and a 5.4GHz clock speed. A later date will see the introduction of Intel Core i7 processor options. HP has unveiled the OMEN Transcend 16 gaming laptops. These laptops are among the lightest and slimmest 16-inch gaming laptops, and a mini-LED screen version is also offered. The variants pack an Intel Core i9-13900HX processor, which has 24 cores, 32 thr...
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2023-03-31

6200 new LED lights for Sky Stadium will save energy and money

News from Greater Wellington Regional Council More than 6,000 energy efficient lights are to be installed at Sky Stadium after a grant application was partially approved at today’s Council meeting. The Wellington Regional Stadium Trust will receive $750,000 to partly fund the purchase and installation of 6,200 LED lights, an essential step in its Energy Transition Plan. The stadium, which is part owned by the regional council, will fund the balance of the work. Greater Wellington Climate Committee Chair and Stadium Trustee Penny Gaylor says the...
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2023-03-31

IKEA and Little Sun collaborate on new SAMMANLÄNKAD solar LED lamps

IKEA and Little Sun have announced two new solar LED lamps in the jointly developed SAMMANLÄNKAD range. The table and ceiling lamps come with a detachable half-sphere light source, which can be recharged via integrated solar panels or USB. The USB ports can also charge small gadgets on the go.   IKEA has collaborated with Little Sun to develop new products for the SAMMANLÄNKAD lamp range. Little Sun is a nonprofit organization which produces affordable alternative energy solutions. Two LED lamps are available in the line...
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2023-03-30

Samsung and KAIST transform MicroLED for wearables and VR

Some reports suggest that Samsung could soon receive the key for manufacturing highly efficient MicroLED screens. Some researchers at KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology) have discovered a new method that entitles modifying the epitaxial structure of MicroLEDs. When it comes to manufacturing highly-efficient MicroLED screens, one of the biggest problems is efficiency degradation. In other words, we can say that the etching process has the potential to create defects on the pixel sides. There is an inverse relation between pixels and d...
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2023-03-30

Touch Taiwan 2023: MicroLED Innovations and Eco-Friendly Display Technologies Highlighted

Touch Taiwan 2023, one of the largest exhibitions in Asia for the semiconductor and display industries, is set to take place from April 19 to 21 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1. The exhibition will feature the latest and most advanced MicroLED related products and display technologies from leading companies such as AUO, Innolux, Ennostar, E Ink, Corning, Merck, GIS, PlayNitride, BenQ and Macroblock. Micro LED display technology has emerged as a promising technology for the next generation of displays, offering higher brightness, better colo...
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2023-03-30

Macroblock Builds a Smart Drone Station at Smart City Summit & Expo 2023 in Taipei

Smart City Summit & Expo 2023 starts from March 28 to March 31 in Taipei, Taiwan. Macroblock and Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) jointly participate in the drone project and build a “Smart Drone Station” to demonstrate a remote-operated drone cockpit at the exhibition. The aerial operation station attracts international visitors’ eyeballs. Macroblock and ITRI are demonstrating a more intelligent and safer operation station for drone applications at the booth. Picture 1. Macroblock embraces customers to experience smart dr...
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2023-03-29

Researchers Highlight the Design of Meta-Display Technology Using Micro-LEDs

For the first time, the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (President Sang Jin Park, hereby termed as KIMM), an institute under the Ministry of Science and ICT, has invented a new stretchable meta-display technology that can be extended up to 25% without image degradation. Dr. Bongkyun Jang, a senior researcher at KIMM’s Department of Nano-Mechanics, and members of his research group have produced a distortion-free stretchable meta-display during uniaxial stretching, and their results were published in the peer-reviewed journal Advanced Functi...
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2023-03-29

Apple Reveals Next-Gen Eye and Hand-Tracking to assist users work in 3D Environments on Macs, XR Headset, an iPad & more

March 23, 2023 ,the US Patent & Trademark Office published a patent application from Apple that relates to methods of moving objects in 3D environments in an XR Headset, on future Macs and iDevices, specifically an iPad using both eye and hand-tracking gestures. In Apple's patent background they note that methods and interfaces for interacting with environments that include at least some virtual elements (e.g., applications, augmented reality environments, mixed reality environments, and virtual reality environments) are cumbersome, inefficient, and limited. For...
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2023-03-29

REDMAGIC ANNOUNCES GAMER MONITOR WITH MINI LED SCREEN UP TO 160 HZ AND 4K RESOLUTION; SEE THE PRICE

RedMagic, a sub-brand of Nubia famous for its gaming phones, announced this Tuesday (28) the launch of its new monitor for games in the global market. REDMAGIC 4K Gaming Monitor is another bet on the hardware market for PC gamers that highlights its high resolution screen with good fluidity. The monitor is equipped with a 27 inch Mini LED backlit display with IPS LCD technology and 1,152 light divisions, allowing the screen to offer a high contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 and an excellent peak brightness of 1,300 nits with HDR support, which guarantees its V...
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