Samsung Electronics America today announced its 2026 Micro RGB TV lineup, marking the next leap forward in premium home viewing. Featuring two new series — the flagship R95H and R85H — the Samsung Micro RGB TV lineup unlocks a new level of precise, pure color in an expanded range of Class sizes from 55 to 115-inches. “Samsung is celebrating 20 years as the #1 global TV brand1, but we’re not resting on our achievements. We’re writing the next chapter in our relentless pursuit of quality and innovation, and that includes our Micro ...

Silanna UV, a global innovator in ultraviolet semiconductor technology, today announced the release of an additional package type: a TO-39 flat window package for its high-performance SF1 series (Far-UVC 235 nm) and SN3 series (Deep-UVC 255 nm) LEDs. This latest development expands the company’s comprehensive metal‑can UVC LED portfolio, delivering greater optical flexibility, compact integration, and proven reliability for advanced sensing applications. The new flat‑window configuration is designed to meet the evolving requirements of next‑generatio...

Samsung Electronics has installed an immersive LED solution at Zeiss Grand Planetarium in Berlin, transforming its entrance into a dynamic digital gateway to space. The V-shaped LED wall delivers a visually striking introduction to the planetarium experience for the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come to Zeiss Grand Planetarium each year.  ...

Sony Electronics Inc.'s AS-DT1 LiDAR Depth Sensor is now available for purchase through authorized Sony distributors. The new miniature LiDAR depth sensor is among the world's smallest and lightest, measuring just 29mm x 29mm x 31mm (approximately 1.14 inch width x 1.14 inch height x 1.22 inch depth), excluding protrusions, and weighing only about 46g (approx. 1.6 ounces), making it ideal for space and weight-constrained applications. Housed in a compact, robust aluminum enclosure, the AS-DT1 is designed for easy integration into larger solutions, includi...

Today, Specs Inc., a Snap subsidiary, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. announced a multi-year strategic agreement to power future generations of Specs with Qualcomm Technologies’ industry-leading Snapdragon system-on-a-chip (SoC). This is the first flagship engagement for Specs Inc., which is launching Specs, advanced eyewear that seamlessly integrates digital experiences into the physical world, for consumers later this year. Specs are standalone, see-through glasses that bring the digital world to you, allowing you to see, hear, and interact with digital content j...

On April 8, Sony officially announced its next-generation Mini LED TV technology branded as “True RGB” on the social media platform X. This new TV technology is powered by an independently controlled red, green, and blue (RGB) LED backlight system that delivers direct illumination through all three colors of light, enabling more vibrant pure color reproduction, brighter output, and the largest color volume ever achieved in Sony’s home TV lineup. Color volume is known as an essential metric for measuring the overall color reproduction capabiliti...

In a major milestone for Valeo in India and regional manufacturing excellence, Marc Vrecko, CEO of Valeo Brain Division inaugurated a cutting-edge new HD Surround-View Camera production line on April 3rd, 2026, at the Sanand Facility. This significant expansion underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to scaling the localized production of advanced vision systems and driving the future of mobility in India. The newly inaugurated line will focus on the high-volume manufacturing of next-generation vision camera systems for major OEMs in India. These s...

Marelli, a global technology partner to the automotive industry, will showcase its latest advanced automotive lighting technologies at Auto China 2026 in Beijing from April 24 to May 3. At the event, Marelli will demonstrate how lighting is evolving into a software‑defined platform enabling design differentiation and brand expression, intelligent interaction and digital communication as well as safety. “In future vehicle generations, lighting will drive intelligent interaction and further enhance brand identity,” said Frank Huber, President of Marelli’s ...

Marelli, a global technology partner to the automotive industry, will showcase at Auto China 2026 in Beijing (April 24–May 3) its latest in‑cabin innovations, demonstrating how the deeper integration of electronics and interiors elevates comfort and functionality while enabling smart, immersive experiences – affordably – in the era of software‑defined vehicles (SDVs). As vehicle standardization increases across many areas, advanced technologies that shape both the digital and physical cabin environment are becoming essential for brand differentiation. Thr...

Following the merger as of December 1, 2025, CarUX and Pioneer will present a unified vision for the future of in car user experience at Innolux’s booth during Touch Taiwan 2026. At this year’s exhibition, CarUX will unveil a fully integrated in cabin simulation, demonstrating how audio and visual systems can work together seamlessly for every seat in the vehicle. This setup is built on a new automotive hardware and software platform designed to deliver fast and scalable integration for OEMs of any size. The simulation highlights how meaningful information...

Samsung Electronics today announced that approximately 34 models across its 2026 TV and soundbar lineup have received Product Carbon Reduction and Product Carbon Footprint certifications from TÜV Rheinland, a globally recognized certification organization based in Germany. The achievement reflects Samsung’s continued efforts to reduce carbon emissions across its premium product lineup. “As a global leader in premium displays and audio, Samsung sees sustainability as an essential part of innovation,” said Taeyong Son, Executive Vice Preside...

As AI and wearables advance toward deeper integration, coupled with momentum driven by major market players, TrendForce estimates that global AR glasses shipments will surge to 950,000 units in 2026, a whopping increase of 53% year over year. Weight plays a crucial role in shaping the user experience of AR glasses, making lightweight design a key driver for the AR industry to enter the mass market and achieve large-scale deployment. Recently, TrendForce spoke with Huang Weizheng, Marketing Director at Meta-Bounds, to gain insights into the company’s latest produ...

AR glasses have become a fundamental gateway to AI deployment and phygital interactions. Businesses are all racing to gain a strong foothold in this AR wave. Chinese brands are raising entry barriers through local digital ecosystems and market segmentation, while overseas tech giants such as Meta and Google are leveraging strategic partnerships, as well as autonomous large models and platforms to strengthen software-hardware integration and customer stickiness, thereby expanding their market share. Chinese brands are rapidly building competitive moats with mature supply chain ca...

Established in 2016, Cellid is a Tokyo-based waveguide design house with additional offices in California, USA, and Taoyuan, Taiwan. The company focuses on the R&D, production, and sales of waveguide technologies and SLAM (simultaneous localization and mapping) solutions, with its waveguides primarily manufactured by GIS. TrendForce recently had the opportunity to interview Cellid’s Head of R&D HW Department, Takeshi Kawahara to discuss their latest waveguide innovations and the company's future roadmap.

CEA-Leti, a world-leading micro & nanotechnologies research institute, and CEA-List, a specialist in smart digital systems, today announced a strategic collaboration with Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC). The collaboration will leverage CEA-List's RISC-V design expertise and CEA-Leti's silicon photonics expertise to introduce high-bandwidth communication and high-efficiency computing technologies into PSMC's established 3D stacking and interposer platforms to deliver solutions for next-generation artificial intelli...

  Innolux will showcase its cutting-edge display technologies and immersive interactive experiences at 2026 Touch Taiwan from April 8 to 10, spotlighting its professional outdoor, mobile entertainment, and smart airplane cockpit applications. By integrating high-brightness, low-power, and intelligent dimming technologies, Innolux overcomes the toughest operating conditions in extreme environments, delivering stable touch performance, crystal-clear visibility, and lightning-fast response. Spanning multiple sectors — industrial, marine, aerospace, transportation, entertainm...

Ennostar Inc., through its vertically integrated optoelectronics subsidiary Ennostar Corporation, will showcase its latest innovations at Touch Taiwan 2026, highlighting two high-growth, high-value domains: datacom and sensing automation. Alongside its established strengths in Micro & Mini LED and automotive optoelectronics, the company will present a comprehensive portfolio spanning four strategic application domains. Amid accelerating trends in smart mobility, intelligent manufacturing, and high-performance computing, the optoelectronics industry is rapidly shifting fro...

As per a report by The Elec on March 17, LG Display has been participating since April last year in a national R&D program on Micro LED inspection and repair, led by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. The project is jointly carried out by Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), the Korea Display Industry Association, Hubio, and Justem. As the panel maker, LG Display is responsible for process validation and performance evaluation. Under this framework, equipment vendors and research institutes develop inspection a...

On April 2nd, Ledman officially launched new additions to its home theater lineup —LEDMAN LEDPLAY-Household Micro LED Giant Video Wall LV135 Joy Edition and LV163 Joy Edition. Built on sustained breakthroughs in Ledman’s core technologies and expanded industrial-scale production, these new releases lower the entry threshold for ultra-large Micro LED home cinema walls. The move is widely regarded by the industry as a strategic step to accelerate adoption among high-net-worth households and drive high-end penetration. LEDMAN LEDPL...

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 showcase its latest UV curing and intelligent infrared (IR) solutions for metal coating applications at PaintExpo 2026. WHAT: At Booth #1243, Hall 1, company experts will demonstrate how Excelitas’ IR drying and UV LED curing solutions help manufacturers increase production efficiency while reducing energy consumption and maint...

We’re delighted to announce that Planar has been given a Best of ISE 2026 Award for the new Planar® Simplicity™ E Series. The next-generation line of large format 4K LCD displays was recognized by rAVe as a top innovation making a major impact on the AV industry, winning Best LCD Display in the category of Displays and Projection. The Simplicity E Series was introduced in January and made its public debut at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 in Barcelona, demonstrating wireless connectivity and continuous-run operation for essential...

International automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA has developed and brought into series production the world’s first Front Phygital Shields for the new all-electric BMW iX3. With these large-scale, highly integrative modules for the vehicle front, FORVIA HELLA is decisively shaping the design language of the iX3, the inaugural model of BMW’s Neue Klasse. Development and production of the Front Phygital Shields take place in Ljubljana, Slovenia, FORVIA HELLA’s global competence center for car body lighting. New produc...

Innolux will participate in the 2026 Touch Taiwan smart display show, which will take place at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center from April 8 to 10. This year under the theme “Flip your World,” Innolux combines diverse display technologies with immersive interactive experiences, unlocking cutting-edge applications in smart retail, entertainment, and living spaces. The exhibition area uses scenario-driven interactive experiences to deliver true immersion, engaging with visitors so that they can discover how display technologies seamlessly enter daily life. The are...

Ennostar, a leading vertically integrated optoelectronic semiconductor company, will showcase its latest Micro LED optical communication innovations at Touch Taiwan 2026, in collaboration with AUO Corporation and Tyntek Corporation. In addition, Ennostar will present its high-speed Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser (VCSEL) solutions and Continuous-Wave Distributed Feedback Laser Diodes (CW-DFB LD) for datacom, delivering a comprehensive portfolio to address diverse high-speed interconnect requirements across AI data centers. Leveraging Gro...

On April 1, the 2026 International Conference on Display Technology (ICDT 2026), organized by the Society for Information Display (SID) China, officially opened in Chongqing. As part of the conference’s tenth-anniversary milestone, the “Top 10 Breakthrough Innovations in China’s Display Industry” list was unveiled, with LEDMAN LEDPLAY — Household Micro LED Giant Video Wall successfully selected, marking it as a benchmark achievement in the consumerization of display technology in China. Top 10 Breakthrough I...

Ennostar, a leading innovator in automotive optoelectronic solutions, today announced the launch of its Pixelated Automotive LED Lighting Platform. Integrating high-density LED sources with advanced thermal-electrical-mechanical-opto (TEMO) module design, the platform supports two key applications for exterior automotive lighting: Intelligent Signal Displays (ISD) and Dynamic Ground Projection (DGP). Ennostar will showcase the full platform at Touch Taiwan 2026, from April 8–10, demonstrating its latest innovations and ongoing collaborations with inte...

Ennostar, a vertically integrated optoelectronics semiconductor company, will participate in Touch Taiwan 2026 from April 8–10 under the theme “We Sense. We Connect.” The company will debut a Sensing & Automation Zone, showcasing 1D–3D sensing solutions developed with ecosystem partners and integrating optoelectronics into real-world robotics and automation, to demonstrate its system-level value enhancement strategy. Simultaneously, Ennostar will highlight its full-spectrum optoelectronic portfolio, covering LEDs, PDs, and advanced laser...

Samsung Display announced today that it has developed a new low-reflection, high-durability film that further reduces light reflectance while enhancing display durability. Samsung Display announced the development of 'QuantumBlack™,' a low-reflection and high-durability film that reduces light reflection by 20% compared to the company's previous film and increases panel hardness to 3H. The company confirmed that this technology will be fully applied to all new QD-OLED monitor products launched this year. To highlight the unique value of this technology,...

As a global leader in display technologies and solutions, AUO leverages group‑wide strengths to continuously advance deployment across vertical applications. At Touch Taiwan 2026, under the theme “Reveal the World, Reveal the Future,” the AUO Group will showcase diverse innovations across multiple verticals, with AUO Display Plus (ADP) spearheading the vertical applications showcase. Meanwhile, AUO subsidiary Yenrich Technology will make its debut at the exhibition, leveraging miniaturized LED technologies for fine-pitch displays and strong sys...

AI is taking shape through display interfaces, where people see and interact in real-world settings. Micro LED is a key display engine that helps bring AI into the physical world. At Touch Taiwan 2026, AUO, a global leader in display technology, will showcase its latest innovations from April 8 to 10 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Under the theme "Reveal the World. Reveal the Future.", AUO, together with its group companies and partners, will present Micro LED as a core technology platform, demonstrating its readiness for mass-production and...