In 2026, the TV industry will see rising costs in memory, display panels, and precious metals, according to TrendForce’s latest TV shipment survey. This will intensify the struggle between maintaining profit margins and capturing market share among brands. TrendForce has revised its 2026 global TV shipment forecast downward, from an earlier estimate of a 0.3% decrease to a 0.6% YoY decline, projecting 194.81 million units. Additionally, due to current cost structures no longer supporting the previous low-price strategies, retail price increases for new TV models are...

WHO: Excelitas®, a leading provider of advanced, life-enriching technologies that make a difference, serving global market leaders in the life sciences, advanced industrial, next-generation semiconductor and avionics sectors, will present its UV curing solutions tailored for medical device assembly and production at MD&M West 2026. WHAT: At the Anaheim Convention Center, Excelitas specialists will be available at Booth #2259 to showcase demonstrations and discuss the company’s UV curing platforms designed to deliver controlled, repeatable, high-performa...

Daktronics of Brookings, South Dakota, has partnered with the American Association of Professional Baseball (AAPB) as its official video display and control equipment provider to bring education and professional sports together. “This partnership is mutually beneficial as the teams gain access to a pool of talented, trained students who are ready to jump into a career with their production teams,” said Joey Hulsebus, regional sales for Daktronics. “They are familiar with almost every aspect of the control room, including the software they use, how the...

LG Display today reported unaudited earnings results based on consolidated K-IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) for the three-month period ending December 31, 2025. Revenues in the fourth quarter of 2025 increased by 4% to KRW 7,201 billion from KRW 6,957 billion in the third quarter of 2025 and decreased by 8% from KRW 7,833 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024. Operating profit in the fourth quarter of 2025 stood at KRW 169 billion. This compares with the operating profit of KRW 431 billion in the third quarter of 2025 and with the o...

Innoviz Technologies Ltd., a leading supplier of high-performance LiDAR solutions, announced the general availability of InnovizSMART, its off-the-shelf, ready-to-buy LiDAR solution designed for a wide range of smart applications. InnovizSMART includes an array of out-of-the-box deployment capabilities such as high-resolution 3D point cloud for accurate detection at long distances, low power consumption, and simplified installation requirements, suitable for an easy deployment in applications such as perimeter security, traffic management, robotics, aerial and mo...

In today’s event spaces, first impressions are made long before the opening remarks. Capturing attention early – and holding it – has become essential to how venues engage audiences. At Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre, one of Singapore’s most recognized MICE destinations, that challenge has sparked the next evolution of a familiar landmark. Formerly known as “The Big Picture,” the venue’s iconic large-format LED display has been reborn as The Big Picture Wall. Reimagined and reinvigora...

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the global launch of the 13-inch Samsung Color E-Paper (EM13DX model), expanding its Color E-Paper lineup with the world’s first display designed with a bio-resin housing derived from phytoplankton. The paper‑thin display uses advanced digital ink technology and ultra‑low power to offer businesses a practical alternative to traditional printed signage. “As businesses look for more flexible and efficient ways to communicate, Samsung Color E-Paper represents a shift in how digital signage fits into everyday ...

A project group from Heriot-Watt University Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences (IPaQS) and the University of Edinburgh has studied the use of deep-UV ultrashort pulse lasers for surgical tissue ablation. Such sources are already employed in ophthalmology, for example during LASIK surgery where an excimer laser removes corneal tissue with sub-micron precision. But even though deep-UV sources can offer the highest axial precision and reduced collateral damage during ablation, their application for ablating soft tissues apart from the cornea remains unde...

Smart lighting technology is reshaping how buildings consume energy, respond to occupants, and integrate with broader automation ecosystems. This transformation places unprecedented demands on LED power supplies that must deliver not only reliable illumination but also sophisticated control responsiveness, communication capability, and adaptive performance. As a Leading LED Lighting Drive Power Supply Company From China, Zhptpower's positioning in this rapidly evolving market merits detailed examination, particularly regarding how the company's technical capabilitie...

CEA-Leti today demonstrated a co-packaged microLED and organic photodetector (OPD) architecture that enables optical sensing functions. This solution paves the way to integrate sensing capabilities directly within a microLED display, without compromising display performance. The work, presented in the Photonics West paper, “Co-Packaging of Organic Photodetector with MicroLED Matrix for Multifunctional Display Bio-Application", validates a system-level approach combining device design, electronics, and modeling for multifunctional display applica...

Avegant, a venture-backed technology company, is developing next-generation display technology to bring augmented reality (AR) to life, transforming the way we play, learn, work, and interact with each other. Currently, Avegant is partnering with multiple waveguide manufacturers to promote its proprietary non-PBS LCoS technology. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to interview Avegant CEO & Founder Edward Tang, who shared valuable insights into the competitive landscape between LEDoS and LCoS light engines, as well as the company's latest advancements....

As Nichia marks the key milestones of 70 years in business and 30 years since pioneering the white LED, its European division has organized a two-day, invite-only Innovation Gallery. Held on 10 and 11 March at Bernhard Knaus Fine Art, a prestigious art gallery in Frankfurt, the showcase takes place during Light + Building week (8–13 March 2026). The regional team chose this timing to complement the trade fair experience for visitors already in the city. Nichia’s portfolio goes beyond general and architectural lighting that dominates the exhibition hall...

Daktronics (NASDAQ: DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, has partnered with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to manufacture and install two end zone video displays at Princess Auto Stadium in Manitoba, Canada. The end zone displays complement last year’s addition of ribbon displays and Daktronics Show Control system, and are currently being installed for events in 2026. “Delivering an outstanding game‑day experience is always a top priority for our organization,” said Blue Bombers President Wade Miller. “The new end zone displays represent a...

Vuzix® Corporation, ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of AI-powered smart glasses, waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, today highlighted a series of strategic actions underscoring its growing momentum in the security and defense markets. These initiatives reinforce Vuzix' role as an optics OEM supplying high-performance, scalable waveguide solutions to defense integrators and U.S. Department of Defense programs. Building on the momentum and interest at CES 2026, where Vuzix demonstrated a fully functional mil...

The new Audi Q3 sets new standards in headlight development with lighting technology from ZKW. The technological highlights of the compact SUV include the digital Matrix LED headlights, which are developed and manufactured together with the technical experts at Audi and the lighting system specialists at ZKW. Furthermore, the new Audi Q3 offers high-resolution digital Matrix LED light based on micro LED technology for the first time. Each spotlight contains 25,600 individually controllable micro LED pixels that enable very precise light control and projection....

Valeo, the global leader in automotive lighting systems, announces a major program award from a premium global automaker. As part of this program, Valeo is introducing a new, state-of-the-art, automated high-volume manufacturing solution utilizing TactoTek’s In-Mold Structural Electronics (IMSE) technology. The awarded program focuses on an innovative interior solution that integrates lighting and electronics into a single, unified, and ready-to-use smart structure. This design creates a refined, flush aesthetic and elevates the in-cabin experience, reflecting a broad...

Is VR losing momentum? According to CNBC, Meta is scaling back its focus on virtual reality as it pivots toward AI and smart glasses, a shift that has cooled the broader VR industry and raised questions about its outlook. As the report indicates, Meta has cut around 10% of staff within its Reality Labs unit, with layoffs largely concentrated on VR-related initiatives such as the Quest headsets. Teams behind Horizon Worlds were among the hardest hit, and several internal studios were shut down. In total, roughly 1,000 roles were eliminated. The shift is part of ...

LG Electronics (LG) will showcase its new LG MAGNIT Micro LED display (LMPB model) at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, Europe’s largest commercial display exhibition, taking place in Barcelona, Spain, from February 3–6. With its new LG MAGNIT ultra-high-definition Micro LED solution, LG continues to reinforce its global leadership in commercial displays by delivering differentiated value tailored to B2B customers. The name LG MAGNIT combines “magnificent” with “nit” – the unit of lum...

ams OSRAM and Traxon Lighting Ltd. officially announced the long-term extension of their strategic brand licensing partnership well into the next decade, reinforcing the continued presence of the OSRAM brand in key Asian markets. Several lighting products will further shine under the OSRAM name in China. With the successful extension of the existing brand license agreement, Traxon Technologies Limited and its Chinese subsidiary Traxon Lighting Ltd. have taken an important step: They will continue to hold their unique position as long-term licensees for a b...

AUO Display Plus (ADP), a global leader in industrial and commercial displays, will showcase integrated solutions designed to redefine retail experiences through sustainable innovation at booth 2S200 at ISE 2026. Under the theme, ‘Design Without Limits’, ADP will present its AecoRetail suite, including AecoPost and AecoTag, empowering retailers with energy-efficient, smart display solutions that enhance customer engagement while reducing environmental impact. By showcasing a full range of ePaper displays at ISE, ADP will demonstrate how these solu...

China’s LED industry is seeing price hikes across the entire value chain. According to ijiwei, the latest increases span upstream chips, midstream packaging, and downstream applications, with dozens of companies issuing price adjustment notices covering products such as LED light beads, PCB boards, commercial TVs, and lighting. The report notes that this wave of price hikes reflects a structural shift driven by persistently rising raw material costs and years of prolonged low-price competition. As the report further points out, overall gross margins across China&r...

AAC Technologies, a global leader in advanced consumer electronics components and modules, and Eulitha AG, a pioneer in high-throughput optical lithography, today announced at the SPIE AR/VR Conference that AAC will begin utilizing Eulitha’s lithography technology for the volume production of Augmented Reality (AR) waveguides. This represents a significant milestone in the industry’s pursuit of scalable and affordable AR waveguide manufacturing. AR devices are widely expected to become a primary interface for ubiquitous access to information thr...

Vertilite is excited to participate in two upcoming U.S. events in January 2026—CES in Las Vegas from January 6–9, and SPIE Photonics West in San Francisco from January 20–22. At CES, you can find our team at Booth 6853, where we will be exhibiting with our partners and showcasing our VCSEL technology for automotive applications. At SPIE Photonics West, you can find our team at Booth 2549, where we will showcase VCSEL-based solutions for a variety of applications, including consumer, datacom, automotive, and medical. In ad...

Dexerials Corporation (Headquarters: Shimotsuke-shi, Tochigi; Representative Director and President: Yoshihisa Shinya; hereinafter, “Dexerials”) will be participating in SPIE Photonics West, the world's largest exhibition in the photonics field. This event will be held in San Francisco, USA, from Tuesday, January 20 through Thursday, January 22, 2026. SPIE Photonics West is the largest exhibition in the photonics industry, including optical semiconductors in this exhibition. At our booth (Booth 3587), we will showcase optical semiconductor...

Pupil Labs, a global leader in wearable eye tracking technology, today announced a partnership with NIL Technology (NILT) to integrate NILT’s ultra-compact metaEye™ technology into Pupil Labs’ forthcoming eye tracking product. The collaboration brings together NILT’s cutting-edge meta-optics camera modules and Pupil Labs’ artificial intelligence-based eye tracking pipeline – NeonNet. At the core of the partnership are NILT’s metaEye™ cameras measuring just 1.6 × 1.6 × 2.0 mm, enabling unpreceden...

We start 2026 with exciting innovations in optical metrology and a strong presence at key international industry events. In January, we introduce LumiTop X30 AR, our latest camera system for the precise characterization of near-eye displays used in AR glasses. The system will be presented for the first time at SPIE AR/VR/MR 2026 in San Francisco. LumiTop X30 AR combines high spatial resolution with spectroradiometer-based color calibration to deliver highly accurate luminance and color measurements. In addition, it provides detailed analysis of virtual imag...

In 2026, LASER COMPONENTS will celebrate its 40th anniversary in optical coating. The company is known worldwide in the laser industry for its high-performance optical components with customized coatings. These components ensure the stability and efficiency of all laser processes and are indispensable in medicine, defense, aerospace, and laser material processing. LASER COMPONENTS manufactures laser optics in any quantity, from prototypes to series production. Increasing laser power in industry demands complex optics with high reflectivity and laser da...

Lightera, a leading innovator and manufacturer of advanced fiber optic solutions, will demonstrate its technical expertise and industry leadership through a series of technical presentations and live product demonstrations at SPIE Photonics West and BiOS 2026. The event will take place at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California, from January 17 through January 22, 2026, with the BiOS Expo running January 17–18. With six technical conference presentations and three live product demonstrations, Lightera research scientists and technical experts will hi...

With 10 years of experience as a Sales Manager at Marubeni, I can honestly say that Photonics West was one of the most thrilling events I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of. It wasn’t just about showcasing our wide wavelength range LEDs, stretching from 365nm to 1900nm—it was about seeing how our technology could be used in ways that really impact industries around the world. The chance to connect with so many different customers, each with unique needs and visions, was invaluable. The buzz around our small EDP packages with SWIR flip chips for w...

EPIGAP OSA was proud to participate once again in the German Pavilion at Photonics West 2026 in San Francisco. Together with more than 60 other German companies, we showcased our latest products and solutions to an international audience and strengthened our presence in the US market. Photonics West remains the key global meeting point for the photonics community, bringing together industry, research, and innovation at an exceptional scale. We were delighted to reconnect with long-standing partners and to establish many exciting new contacts throughout the event. ...