Samsung Display’s LEAD™ technology, the world’s first commercialized polarizer-free OLED, has awarded the Display of the Year as part of the Display Industry Awards (DIA) presented by the Society for Information Display (SID). The award recognizes the most outstanding display innovations launched over the past year and will be formally presented during SID’s Display Week, opening May 11 in San Jose, California. In announcing the award in its official journal, SID recognized that Samsung Display has overcome the challenge o...

ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in intelligent sensors and emitters, is extending its portfolio of high-power lasers: the new cyan-colored laser diode is up to five times brighter than its predecessors. Designed specifically for life science applications, it emits at a wavelength of 488 nanometers—delivering significantly enhanced performance and greater efficiency than earlier models. These features are crucial for reliable analysis in life science research and diagnostics, such as DNA sequencing and flow cytometry. The new laser diode offers faster, more acc...

Samsung announced that the quantum dot (QD) sheet used in its QD TVs has received independent certification of compliance with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive and has been verified to contain no cadmium by the global certification institute, Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS). SGS, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is a world-leading testing and certification body that provides services to ensure organizations meet stringent quality and safety standards across various industries, including electronic p...

AIXTRON SE supplies the Netherlands based Indium Phosphide (InP) foundry SMART Photonics with its new G10-AsP system. The MOCVD solution for high volume production of GaAs/InP Materials will enable SMART Photonics to increase its capacity and capabilities. The market for InP based Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs), valued around USD 3 billion in 2023, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 14% until 2027[1]. InP PICs growth is primarily driven by mega trends like 5G and 6G telecommunications, healthcare, and AI (Artificial Int...

Artilux, the leader of GeSi (germanium-silicon) photonics technology and pioneer of CMOS (complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor) based SWIR (short-wavelength infrared) optical sensing, imaging and communication, today announced its collaboration with VisEra Technologies (TWSE: 6789) on the latest Metalens technology. The newly unveiled Metalens technology differs from traditional curved lens designs by directly fabricating, on a 12” silicon substrate, fully-planar and high-precision nanostructures for precise control of light waves. By synergizing Artilux&rsquo...

Polar Light Technologies AB today announced the successful fabrication of its first micro-display prototype built on the company’s proprietary pyramidal micro-LED (µLED). The milestone confirms the technology’s ability to integrate the pyramidal micro-LED frontplane onto a CMOS backplane. The prototype pairs a bottom-up-grown Polar Light Technologies monochrome µLED front-plane with a high-performance SAPIEN CMOS back-plane. Precision flip-chip bonding was carried out by Finetech, achieving pixel-accurate alignment across th...

As a leading force in Taiwan’s photonics industry, UVT made a strong impression at the recently held Optics & Photonics International Exhibition (OPIE) 2025 in Yokohama. Showcasing a range of forward-looking photonic technologies and application solutions, UVT attracted significant attention from industry professionals. This year’s exhibition spotlighted UVT’s innovations in line light sources, laser light, UV-C LED components for water sterilization, and photodetectors (PD) across various wavelengths — all of which highlight the comp...

Greenscale, an agricultural technology company focused on nutrition enhancements in growing, is partnering with Sollum Technologies to implement advanced dynamic LED lighting in its next-generation greenhouse production facility. The collaboration integrates Sollum’s SF-ONE™ lighting fixtures, powered by the SUN as a Service® cloud platform, into Greenscale’s highly controlled growing system, ensuring optimal crop conditions with minimal environmental impact. Greenscale specializes in optimizing plant growing conditions with the objective of crea...

LG Electronics (LG), a mobility sector technology leader, and MediaTek, a global semiconductor company, are showcasing their Android-based Concurrent Multi-User (CMU) framework applied to In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2025), one of Asia’s largest and most influential automotive exhibitions, from April 23 to May 2. The CMU framework is the first of its kind to be implemented on Google’s Android* Automotive OS (AAOS). This groundbreaking solution ena...

After a user utters a payment confirmation command, the merchant instantly receives payment from the smart glasses. Payment can be completed simply via the smart glasses, with no need for users to pull out their phones. This is not a scene from a sci-fi movie but the world's first implemented offline payment function for AR glasses. In Hong Kong on April 29, 2025, Meizu announced its official launch of the world's first offline payment function for AR glasses, which was initially integrated into the StarV Air2 smart glasses. It is learned that the function is set...

Samsung Display today announced that the company has earned Marketing Claim Verification from global safety science company UL Solutions for claims related to perceived brightness. This marks the first time UL Solutions has issued a Marketing Claim Verification for a technology that leverages PCL calculations. To achieve UL Solutions’ Marketing Claim Verification, Samsung’s True Bright, which is a distinction Samsung gives to displays that provides greater perceived brightness when compared to LCDs of the same PCL score, was evaluated for ...

LG Electronics (LG) is rolling out its 2025 QNED evo lineup, reinforcing its presence in the premium LCD TV segment. Marking a significant leap forward for LCD TVs, the new QNED evo TVs inherit the differentiated value of LG OLED, along with various color solutions, Mini LED technology, the latest α (Alpha) AI processor, top-tier gaming performance and the versatile award-winning webOS platform. Certified by Intertek for achieving 100 percent color volume, these cutting-edge TVs reproduce rich, true-to-life colors in both bright and da...

The switch from halogen to LED technology has never been easier: ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS) presents the NIGHT BREAKER® LED SMART ECE H11, the first fully ECE R37 homologated LED retrofit lamp. This innovative product makes it easy to upgrade and is approved for 12V vehicles in all ECE contracting states¹, which include the EU, UK and Switzerland. This replacement for H11 halogen lamps is approved in all these countries for all lighting functions. Following the introduction in October 2020 of the NIGHT BREAKER&r...

According to a report from Notebook Check, citing AppleInsider, Apple has patented a new technology that replaces traditional keyboard markings with LEDs, allowing keycaps to display customizable symbols — a move that could point to a future MacBook upgrade. The report notes that Apple had previously patented a touchscreen keyboard, but that earlier design came with a major drawback: it could significantly impact battery life, whether through tiny displays on each key or a full touch panel. In its latest patent, Apple takes a different approach to dynamic keyboa...

PPDS and E Ink, a global leader and pioneer of ePaper technology, started its series of 20 year anniversary celebrations at Touch Taiwan 2025. Taking part in a number of thought leadership opportunities together with E Ink during the event, PPDS also confirmed its commitment to bringing more colour accurate, larger sized Philips Tableaux ePaper displays for businesses wishing to take advantage of the dual bottom line benefits combining revenue opportunities with energy savings. Touch Taiwan – held at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taipei City...

RoboSense, a global leader in AI-driven robotics technology platforms, officially introduced EMX, its latest 192-beam high-performance automotive digital LiDAR. EMX sets a new industry benchmark, accelerating the mass adoption of digital LiDAR with unmatched performance, integration, and customization capabilities. EMX: 192-Beam High-Performance Automotive Digital LiDAR EMX, another breakthrough by RoboSense in the digital LiDAR era, is compact yet powerful, featuring an upgraded intelligent "Gaze" function and supporting extensive cust...

OMNIVISION, a leading global developer of semiconductor technology, including advanced digital imaging, analog and display solutions, today announced the new OX01N1B image sensor for in‑cabin automotive driver monitoring systems (DMS). The device is the newest addition to OMNIVISION’s industry-leading Nyxel® near-infrared (NIR) technology family of automotive sensors and is a 1.5‑megapixel (MP) RGB‑IR or monochrome BSI global shutter (GS) sensor with a pixel size of 2.2 microns (µm) and an optical format of 1/4.51‑inch. OMNI...

Valeo, the world leader in automotive lighting systems and software, together with Appotronics (688007.SH), inventor of ALPD® laser display technology have announced a strategic partnership to offer a new generation of automotive front lighting solutions integrating exclusive Appotronics’ ALL-in-ONE full-color laser headlight system. Valeo will bring its unique expertise in lighting systems design and electronic control units design, along with unrivaled software capabilities, to integrate Appotronics recognized knowledge in projection systems design based on lase...

Marelli, a global technology partner to the automotive industry, will showcase its latest automotive lighting innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025, from April 23 to May 2 at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center. At the booth characterized by the theme “Fast Forward. Forward Fast.” – located in Hall 1.2H, Stand 1BF009 - the highlights of Marelli’s innovations in automotive lighting technology will be the world’s first OLED TFT applied to the Pixel Rear Lamp, the Near-Field Ground Projection technology, and the ...

Martin Fischer, CEO of FORVIA, said: "We are thrilled to unveil our cutting-edge innovations at the Shanghai Auto Show, showcasing FORVIA’s vision for enhanced mobility experiences. As the world’s largest automotive market and a tech leader, China is central to the industry's global transformation. For three decades, our company has firmly established itself as a trusted partner in the country, driving innovation and fostering collaboration to support China's automotive industry's growth and transformation. Our dedication to excellence a...

According to Sina VR, industry sources state that Apple is developing a slimmer, lighter headset called the Vision Air, positioned as a more compact version of the original Vision Pro. The report also notes that a new midnight blue color option may be introduced. As highlighted by the report, Apple reportedly plans to replace traditional aluminum with titanium for the battery casing and specific structural components to make the device less bulky. Although titanium has a higher density than aluminum, it offers unique advantages for lightweight design, the report adds. T...

Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: INVZ) (the "Company" or "Innoviz"), a leading Tier-1 supplier of high-performance, automotive-grade LiDAR sensors and perception software, announced today its strategic partnership with Fabrinet (NYSE: FN), a leading provider of advanced optical packaging and precision optical, electro-mechanical, and electronic manufacturing services. Fabrinet will act as the chosen manufacturing partner for the InnovizTwo LiDAR product platform, encompassing both the InnovizTwo Long-Range and InnovizTwo Short- to Mi...

High efficacy, deep dimming performance, reliability, robustness, and flexibility are crucial criteria for indoor lighting and applications. ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS), a global leader in intelligent sensors and emitters, is now presenting new mid-power LEDs that embody all these essential features. The OSCONIQ® S 3030 GW QSLMS1.SM (CRI80) and GW QSLMS1.KM (CRI 90) represent a new generation of ultra-efficient, mid-power LEDs that are purpose-built for high-performance indoor lighting. Additionally, the company launches highest-efficacy L...

Hisense, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, today launched its groundbreaking ULED MiniLED U8 Series TV. As the No. 1 maker of 100-inch+ TVs globally, Hisense continues to lead the large-screen revolution, bringing cinematic scale and premium performance into the living room. Designed for cinephiles, gamers, and sports fans, the U8 Series TV redefines home entertainment. With advanced Mini-LED PRO and the Hi-View AI Engine PRO, every frame bursts with vibrant color, precise detail, and striking contrast — from the true...

In recent years, e-paper products have been increasingly adopted in education, reading, office, and commercial display applications. As the market demands lighter, thinner designs with narrower bezels and wider color gamuts, “paper-like displays” are evolving beyond single-function use toward scenario-based and intelligent applications, raising higher requirements for core component technologies. At Touch Taiwan 2025, Refond was invited to participate in the 2025 E-Paper Industry Ecosystem Development Forum. At the interactive salons, Refond delivered two key prese...

April 16th – 18th, InfoComm China 2025, the annual feast for audiovisual industry and integrated systems across the Asia-Pacific region, was held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. Since its inception in 2007, the exhibition has attracted hundreds of famous brands in the world. This year, influential LED screen manufacturers like Unilumin, Absen, Leyard, have participated in this grand gathering of industrial elites. Kinglight, as a leading enterprise in LED packaging, showcases various new LEDs, including MiP LEDs for micro pitch display...

With the rapid global advancement of AI driving the evolution of smart cockpits, CarUX will showcase its Harmonious User Experience (HUE) solutions alongside its parent company, Innolux, at Touch Taiwan 2025 from April 16 to 18. The spotlight will be on its comprehensive Windshield Reflective Solution (WRS), exclusive Smart Display+ and InvisiView innovative display technologies—seizing emerging opportunities in smart mobility. Backed by over 20 years of deep expertise in the automotive field, CarUX has evolved from producing large information displ...

The 2025 World Expo in Osaka officially opened its doors on April 13, welcoming visitors from around the globe. At the China Pavilion, one of the largest foreign-built pavilions at this year’s Expo, crowds flocked to experience a groundbreaking fusion of physical exhibits, advanced LED visual technology, and virtual production. This immersive showcase, powered by Unilumin’s integrated Metasight solutions, redefined cultural storytelling through innovation. Ancient Wisdom Meets Digital Innovation at Osaka Expo As a key partner in the China Pavilion&r...

According to South Korean media outlet SEDaily, industry sources revealed on April 11 that Samsung Foundry is manufacturing Qualcomm’s second-generation XR application processor, the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2, using its advanced 4nm process technology. As the report highlights, while Samsung has previously announced its collaboration with Qualcomm and Google on XR headset development, this marks the first instance of Samsung Foundry producing a Qualcomm-designed XR chip. This chip will serve as the “brain” of Project Moohan, the XR device c...

It’s reported that Apple’s second-generation XR headset (possibly named Vision Pro 2) has successfully begun mass production and is expected to hit the market later this year, which has drawn significant attention from the tech community. Looking back at the development of Apple’s first-generation XR headset, Vision Pro made a stunning debut in June 2023 and began sales in overseas markets in February 2024. However, it received unsatisfactory market feedback, with sales falling short of expectations. Some reports even claim that the production of Visi...