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[Exclusive Interview] MEAN WELL to Showcase Comprehensive One-Stop Solutions at Hong Kong Autumn Lighting Fair 2026

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 23:40:30 +0800

As ESG goals, energy savings, and carbon reduction become a global priorities, demand for smart buildings continues to rise worldwide. Against this backdrop, luminaires have moved beyond basic illumination to become essential components of smart building systems.. In addition to delivering greater energy efficiency and reliability, luminaires now incorporate intelligent controls and connectivity to enable seamless communication between multiple devices. According to a GII report, the global smart lighting market was estimated at USD 21.42 billion in 2025, and it is projected to ...

[Exclusive Interview] Seaborough Advances Crystalight® Nanophosphor Technology to Tackle Optical Crosstalk in High-Resolution Automotive Headlights

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 13:26:41 +0800

Seaborough is a nanoscience and nanotechnology business focused on unlocking the untapped potential of luminescent nanomaterials. The company is dedicated to turning bold scientific ideas into breakthrough applications through R&D, commercialization, and licensing of nano-engineered luminescent and lighting solutions. By synthesizing nanophosphors with adjustable sizes—ranging from several microns down to less than 20 nanometers—Seaborough ensures consistent material performance across applications, especially for the automotive headlight sector. TrendForce had the ho...

[Exclusive Interview] SCHOTT's Dual-Track AR Waveguide Strategy

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:21:16 +0800

SCHOTT is a reliable global technology group and advanced materials producer founded in 1884, with more than 17,400 employees across 30 countries. SCHOTT keeps broadening its product lines into different applications, including semiconductors, datacom, automotive, healthcare, and AR. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to interview Jonas, Head of Product Management and Strategy for Augmented Reality, and Christian, Head of Global Sales Augmented Reality at SCHOTT Business Unit Advanced Optics. They discussed the company's current developments a...

[Exclusive Interview] KRETA Eyes Robust Consumer Demand and Doubles Down on Scenario-Based AI Glasses Solutions

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:06:23 +0800

Driven by the deep integration of AI and wearables, as well as strong support from industry leaders, TrendForce projects that global AR glasses shipments will surpass the milestone of one million units in 2026. Furthermore, as the initial novelty wears off, consumers are expected to increasingly scrutinize the usefulness and AI-enabled experience of these products. Brands must therefore strike a balance between wearing comfort, affordability, and a comprehensive content ecosystem to meet ever-growing market expectations for AR glasses while ushering in the next phase of growth. ...

[Exclusive Interview] Vuzix: Three Decades of Optical Expertise Driving the Next Wave of AR Glasses

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:05:52 +0800

Founded in 1997, Vuzix brings nearly 30 years of optical design expertise to the industry. Vuzix strategically leverages its U.S. manufacturing footprint, maintaining both R&D and manufacturing of waveguides in Rochester, New York. A pivotal turning point arrived in 2010 through a collaboration with Nokia scientists and engineers, which granted Vuzix early access to foundational waveguide patents, equipment, and processes well before the era of HoloLens. Backed by over 500 patents and an ISO 9001-certified facility, Vuzix continues to strengthen its position as a glob...

[Exclusive Interview] Zhejiang Crystal-Optech Cracks the GWG Production Code to Fortify Its AR Optics Moat

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:48:31 +0800

As AI and wearables become increasingly integrated, coupled with an aggressive push from market leaders, global market intelligence firm TrendForce projects that global AR glasses shipments will hit a milestone of millions of units in 2026. As high-cost components at the system level, optical waveguides play a pivotal role in driving large-scale production and mass adoption across the AR glasses industry, with cost reductions and performance upgrades serving as primary growth engines. In a recent interview, TrendForce had the privilege to gain insights from Li Xiayun, Chai...

[Exclusive Interview] Edison Innovations' KSF Phosphor Technology Supports OEMs and LED Suppliers to Advance Automotive Display Quality

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:24:49 +0800

Edison Innovations, a subsidiary of Dominion Harbor Enterprises, is a global leader in managing and licensing major patent portfolios—most notably its breakthrough KSF narrowband phosphor technology, which has fundamentally transformed the display industry by enabling unprecedented color accuracy and energy efficiency across a licensing network of more than 35 partners worldwide. As market demand for enhanced display performance grows, brand manufacturers and LED suppliers are actively adopting high dynamic range (HDR), local dimming, and wide color gamut (WCG) soluti...

[Exclusive Interview] SIDTEK Builds a “8+12 inch” Production Moat to Capture Diverse AR/VR Opportunities

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:13:31 +0800

As artificial intelligence and wearables become increasingly integrated, coupled with a strong push from market leaders, global market intelligence firm TrendForce projects that global AR glasses shipments will reach a milestone of one million units in 2026. Microdisplays, as a cost-intensive key component in the system, are expected to drive the industry toward large-scale adoption through cost reductions and hardware upgrades. Meanwhile, near-eye display devices, including AR and VR glasses, have pushed the boundaries of their application scope, prompting end-market players t...

[Exclusive Interview] Silanna's 235nm Far UV-C LEDs Stop Viruses in Seconds

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:09:59 +0800

Silanna, established in 2006, develops far UV-C LEDs using MBE equipment and proprietary epitaxy technology. According to Prof. Gabriele Messina's research at the University of Siena, the company's far UV-C LEDs can effectively inactivate multiple H5N1 avian influenza virus strains within seconds. TrendForce was honored to conduct an exclusive interview with Jimmy Weng, the Director of Sales & Marketing from Silanna and Prof. Gabriele Messina from the University of Siena to discuss these impressive findings. Jimmy Weng, the Director of...

[Exclusive Interview] VIJO Goes All-In to Unlock the Potential of LEDoS Scenarios

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:45:55 +0800

Driven by the deeper integration of AI and wearables, along with a strong push from industry leaders, global market intelligence firm TrendForce projects global AR glasses shipments to reach a record one million units in 2026. Microdisplays, a key and relatively high-cost component in these devices, will play a critical role in propelling the industry toward scale and widespread adoption through cost reductions and performance upgrades. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to conduct an in-depth interview with Dr. Cheng Gong Wang, Founder of VIJO Optoelectronics Te...