VueReal, a pioneer in MicroSolid Printing™, today announced it has secured access to USD $40.5 million in Series C funding. The round was led by Export Development Canada (EDC) and included participation from existing VueReal investors, including Cycle Capital, BDC Capital's Cleantech Practice, and TDK Ventures. This significant investment will enable VueReal to scale its production capabilities and enhance its ecosystem to support partners in achieving their goals of integrating microLEDs in commercial production. The funding positions Vue...

Tianma, a leading global manufacturer of flat panel displays, is proud to have been selected as the supplier of the main touch-screen display in Aptera’s Launch Edition solar electric vehicle. Aptera’s vehicle is equipped with 700 watts of integrated solar cells, which is expected to allow most drivers to enjoy daily use without ever needing to plug in to charge. The vehicle features up to 40 miles of solar-powered driving per day and the ability to travel up to 400 miles on a single charge. Aptera selected Tianma’s 12.8-inch Full-HD ultra-wide viewing a...

LEDVANCE, a global leader in lighting solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of loblicht, a German lighting expert renowned for high-quality design products. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in LEDVANCE’s mission to strengthen its lighting project expertise and its portfolio of brands. loblicht’s longstanding reputation for excellence and innovation has made it a trusted partner of LEDVANCE for years. The acquisition reflects LEDVANCE’s commitment to meeting the needs of its project customers and enabling them...

Hesai Technology (Nasdaq: HSAI), Outsight, and Embotech AG announce a strategic collaboration to deliver cutting-edge lidar technology and perception software for Embotech’s AVM technology deployed in BMW facilities and known internally at BMW as Automated Driving In-Plant (AFW). This collaboration brings together industry leaders in autonomous driving solutions and sensing technology. Embotech is the system provider for BMW’s recently announced Automated Driving In-Plant series operation and global rollout. For the AVM solution, Out...

CREAL’s next-generation light field display developed for Augmented Reality (AR) glasses is now ready for integration. By replicating real-world light to deliver genuine focus depth, the display uniquely provides complete and correct 3D perception for an entirely natural, comfortable, and healthy visual experience in AR. The display is compatible with conventional prescription lenses, offering precise vision correction while maintaining high transparency to ensure clear view, eye contact, and social comfort. Current AR displays fall short of delivering a natural v...

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the company’s fourth quarter and full-year 2024 results. Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify, comments: "Today’s results show the continued momentum of our business. Despite headwinds in China and in the Professional business in Europe, we achieved further sequential improvements in the fourth quarter, with a particularly strong performance from the Consumer business. We are encouraged by the improvements we have seen over the past quarters. We successfully managed the decline of t...

LG Electronics (LG) has taken a significant step in advancing its robotics capabilities by securing a majority stake in Bear Robotics, a prominent Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in AI-driven autonomous service robots. This acquisition aligns with LG’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the robotics sector, a key growth area for the company. On January 22, LG’s board of directors exercised a call option to acquire an additional 30 percent stake in Bear Robotics. This follows an initial investment of USD 60 million in March 2024, which ...

Sollum Technologies is pleased to announce that EXKA, a leading cannabis producer in Québec, Canada, has chosen Sollum's cutting-edge dynamic LED grow light solution as part of the expansion of their state-of-the art greenhouse facilities in Mirabel. This partnership marks a significant milestone in EXKA's production capabilities, with the company increasing its greenhouse footprint by 50%. This decision reflects EXKA's commitment to leveraging advanced and sustainable lighting strategies to boost production efficiency and crop quality. (Pho...

Hesai Technology (Nasdaq: HSAI), the global leader in automotive lidar technology, today announced that it has secured design wins for multiple Chery Automobile models. The models are expected to enter mass production in the second half of 2025 and will be equipped with the newest generation of Hesai’s ultra-compact high-performance ATX lidar. Chery’s vehicle line-up includes passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and urban mobility vehicles. Chery recently reported a 38 percent jump in global car sales year-over-year, with 2.6 million vehicles sold in 2024, an...

According to a recent post by MacRumors on January 17, Apple is reportedly planning to launch a second-generation Studio Display in 2025. This updated model is expected to feature Mini LED backlighting and support a 90Hz refresh rate. As early as April 2023, Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst from Tianfeng Securities, had hinted that Apple would begin mass producing a 27-inch Mini LED external monitor by late 2024 or early 2025, delivering enhanced brightness and contrast. Additionally, an anonymous tipster on the RelayFM "Upgrade" podcast revealed that A...

Samsung Electronics illuminated the cityscape of London with a live hologram showcase, transforming urban spaces into vibrant canvases in anticipation of Galaxy Unpacked 2025 and bringing the world a sneak peek into the next era of mobile AI. With live holographic activation and voice elements, Samsung invites viewers from around the world to tune into Galaxy Unpacked on January 22.

ROHM has developed a high output laser diode - RLD8BQAB3 - for use in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) equipped with LiDAR for distance measurement and spatial recognition. ROHM will initially start supplying samples targeting consumer and industrial applications such as drones, robot vacuum cleaners, AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), and service robots. LiDAR is seeing growing adoption in recent years across a variety of applications that require automation such as automotive ADAS, AGVs, drones, and robot vacuums, facilitating preci...

Introducing ReVolve, Primeview’s game-changing LED roll-up display that combines state-of-the-art engineering with a sleek, space-saving design to deliver stunning visuals in any environment. With ultra-light, ruggedized GOB materials and pixel pitches as fine as 0.7mm, ReVolve provides unparalleled image quality with vivid colors and premium contrast. Its motorized mechanism offers seamless concealment and effortless operation, whether mounted in-ceiling or on walls. Perfect for boardrooms, classrooms, showrooms, lounges and auditoriums, ReVolve is engineered for f...

Lynred, a leading global provider of high-quality infrared sensors for the aerospace, defense and commercial markets, today announces the launch of Eyesential SW, its latest VGA format shortwave (SWIR) infrared sensor for machine vision. It is designed to offer the ideal cost-performance ratio for visible-like imaging to address specific performance needs in machine vision. Eyesential SW has the performance and features that industry is looking for at half the price of comparable IR sensors on the market. It also includes specific functions for spectroscopy applications, su...

Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the latest addition to its comprehensive medical monitor line-up, the LMD-32M1MD 32-inch 4K HDR Mini-LED Surgical Monitor, designed to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience in medical environments. With its advanced features and superior picture quality, the LMD-32M1MD sets a new standard for clarity and precision. The LMD-32M1MD is now available for purchase. “We are proud to announce the new LMD-32M1MD, a game-changing surgical display that’s packed with Sony’s latest unique cutting-...

As Hisense and TCL gear up to launch LCD TVs powered by RGB Mini LEDs in 2025, Samsung has taken a bold step forward by unveiling its first LCD TV featuring RGB Micro LED backlights at CES 2025. This innovation marks a significant leap in display technology. More Options for Ultra-High-Definition TVs Samsung announced plans to make the TV available in 75-inch and 85-inch models with 4K resolution, as well as a 98-inch model boasting 8K resolution. These sizes aim to cater to a wide range of consumers seeking top-tier viewing experiences. ...

Hisense showcased its ambitions to dominate the ultra-large TV market at CES 2025, unveiling two massive models: a 116-inch RGB Mini LED LCD TV (116UX) and a 136-inch Micro LED TV. With these announcements, Hisense is taking direct aim at competitors like TCL and Samsung. A New Benchmark for Large LCD TVs TCL set the stage by making 98-inch LCD TVs more affordable, but Hisense is doubling down on its 100-inch LCD TVs. The company has already claimed the top position in the U.S. for TVs sized 87 inches and above, boasting a marke...

Recently, Hongli Zhihui reached a cooperation intention with the world-renowned lighting company Current Lighting Solutions ("Current") and signed a "License and Supply Agreement". Through this authorization, Hongli Zhihui can apply KSF phosphors to Hongli Zhihui lighting LED products worldwide, which will further accelerate Hongli Zhihui's expansion into the high-end lighting application market. KSF/PFS phosphors have made an indelible contribution to improving LED efficacy, especially high CRI. Their unique red light emissio...

Microscale light-emitting diodes (micro-LEDs) are emerging as a next-generation display technology for optical communications, augmented and virtual reality, and wearable devices. Metal-halide perovskites show great potential for efficient light emission, long-range carrier transport, and scalable manufacturing, making them potentially ideal candidates for bright LED displays. However, manufacturing thin-film perovskites suitable for micro-LED displays faces serious challenges. For example, thin-film perovskites may exhibit inhomogeneous light emission, and their surfaces ...

ams OSRAM, a global leader in intelligent sensors and emitters, is set to showcase a range of essential, advanced sensing and lighting technologies at the coming 11th Wearable Expo: Wearable Device & Technology Expo on January 22 - 24, 2025. Hailed as the Japan’s leading exhibition for wearables, the event will be held at Tokyo Big Sight and is expected to attract 87,000 visitors to showcases by 1,800 exhibitors with some 200 engaging sessions also set to take place over the three-day exhibition. From infrared lasers and VCSEL for 3D and LiDAR, ...

Samsung Electronics today announced a partnership with game developers Nexon Korea and Neople to deliver unparalleled 3D experiences in the upcoming game ‘The First Berserker: Khazan.’ The game’s 3D elements are being specially customized and designed during development, utilizing Samsung technology and the advanced capabilities of the Odyssey 3D monitor to create an immersive 3D gaming experience. Through this partnership, Nexon, Neople and Samsung have been working closely to tailor the 3D visuals, carefully adjusting them based on the compositi...

Smartkem, which is seeking to change the world of electronics using its disruptive organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs), announced that it has completed the first sale of its TRUFLEX® semiconductor materials to its joint development partner, Shanghai Chip Foundation Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. ("Chip Foundation"), a manufacturer of semiconductor and integrated circuit devices, for use by Chip Foundation in the co-development of a new generation of microLED-based backlight technology for Liquid Crystal Displays. Smartkem Chairman and CE...

Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: INVZ) (the "Company" or "Innoviz"), a leading Tier-1 supplier of high-performance, automotive-grade LiDAR sensors and perception software, is proud to announce its latest technological advancements, which will be showcased at CES 2025. Highlighting the power of its perception software, Innoviz will demonstrate how it runs seamlessly with the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin platform, offering a range of software-driven features designed to accelerate autonomous driving applications.

After expressing so much interest at last year’s Automechanika, end users and workshops can now look forward to installing the new LED retrofit lamps from ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS). The OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER® LED SPEED H7 is impressive for its extremely simple installation, its bright white light, excellent durability and 60 percent lower energy consumption¹. The OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER® LED SPEED H7 was unveiled for the first time at last year’s Automechanika, the leading international automotive trade f...

RoboSense, a global leader in AI-driven robotics technology, and Coco Robotics, an innovator in delivery robots, have announced a strategic partnership to transform last-mile logistics. By combining RoboSense's advanced sensor technology with Coco Robotics's delivery solutions, the collaboration aims to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban networks. Coco Robotics bridges the gap between local businesses and customers through advanced navigation and real-time tracking, prioritizing sustainability by reducing carbon emissions and delivery costs. Si...

Taiwanese LED packaging companies are ramping up their transformation efforts, pivoting away from standard products to explore diversified segments such as invisible light products, Micro LEDs, semiconductors, and silicon photonics. They are also seeking new growth opportunities in AI applications. Leading manufacturer Everlight recently hosted an investor conference, highlighting its strong position as one of the top five global players in photocouplers. The company continues to focus on high-end photocouplers and expects robust gross margins to persist through 2025. Photo...

Smart Eye, the world’s leading developer of Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS), today unveiled AIS+, the latest evolution of its award-winning safety system for small-volume OEMs and aftermarket installation in vehicle fleets. Designed to improve driver safety, AIS+ introduces two game-changing features: real-time vibration alerts and secure video recording. AIS+, like its predecessor, leverages Smart Eye’s proven AI technology to detect and address driver drowsiness and distraction. Now, with haptic seat alerts and optional video recording, AIS+ stre...

Seeing Machines Limited, the advanced computer vision technology company that designs AI-powered operator monitoring systems to improve transport safety, will showcase its world-leading interior sensing technology at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas. CES, the biggest event in the consumer technology calendar, runs from 7 January through 10 January 2025. Seeing Machines' immersive technology demonstrations will be held by appointment at a private suite in the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino and in a purpose built test car, showcasing t...

As augmented reality (AR) continues to revolutionize industries and reshape user experiences, display technology is at the forefront of this transformation. At Aledia, we’re proud to lead the charge in advancing AR display innovation. In our latest white paper, we explore how our exclusive nanowire technology, grown on large silicon substrates, is enabling groundbreaking advancements in microLED displays. These high-performance microLEDs with directional emission are setting new benchmarks in efficiency and precision, making them ideal for AR applications. The w...

GIS will display a range of cutting-edge smart automotive and near-eye display technologies and products at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in the U.S. from January 7 to 10. The presentation will include heads-up displays (HUDs), low-reflection coating technology, Mini LED touch display modules, and waveguide-based optical modules, offering a groundbreaking visual experience. In light of the rapid growth of applications in artificial intelligence, 5G networks, and the IoT, the demand for smart living solutions has surged. Leveraging its expertise in optical, m...