Since joining the AV industry in 2008, I have attended many trade shows, events, on-site meetings and more. In my travels, I have noticed a significant increase in digital signage applications in corporate and hotel lobbies, including upgrades from standard definition displays to 4K (and higher resolution) video walls. As everyone knows, lobby signs are a critical accessory when branding and representing a location. Lobby signage is usually one of the first things clients, visitors and guests will notice when entering a location. So, I thought sharing pictures, videos and the cont...

Since the launch of iPhone X, Samsung Display has been producing all OLED panels for all iPhone models. Next year will see the continued adoption of Samsung's OLED displays in all high-end iPhone models. In fact, it's been said that Samsung display would produce a brand-new OLED panel type specifcally for the iPhone 16 series. Apple is considering employing OLED screens with MLA (Micro Lens Array) technology According to The Elec, the iPhone 16 series. Higher Brightness and More Power Economy provided by OLED panels with MLA...

September 5th, 2023, Munich - Hesai Technology (Nasdaq: HSAI), a global leader in automotive lidar, today announced its European market debut with its world-class automotive lidar. Hesai’s AT128 lidar will be at the core of the Human Horizons HiPhi Z’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The luxury electric vehicle is now available for sale in Germany and Norway. The HiPhi Z combines the latest technological innovations with the comforts of a luxury vehicle. It operates with a multi-sensor ADAS, featuring the Hesai AT128 at its c...

II-VI was founded 50 years ago as a specialized materials company. Today, as Coherent, it has technology platforms in multiple verticals and end markets. Coherent’s chair and CEO explains how it happened. Chuck Mattera, chair and CEO of Coherent, formerly II-VI, has spent a lifetime building businesses by harnessing breakthrough technologies. At Coherent, he has championed a strategy focused on acquisitions to achieve scale and deliver innovations in the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. McKinsey’s André Andon...

Envisics, a U.K.-based holographics company building in-car technology that projects navigation, safety alerts and other data onto the inside of a windscreen, has closed a $100 million Series C round. The company announced the round’s first $50 million tranche in March, which brought Envisics up to a $500 million valuation. Envisics didn’t share an updated valuation with the closing of its Series C, but the startup did bring on new investors like M&G Investments. The previous $50 million round was led by Hyundai Mobis, with participation from InMot...

Provider of residential-focused LED video walls, also announces it will be joining HTA as a Supporting Brands partner ahead of the show. Remember that killer video wall demo Quantum Media Systems (QMS) had at CEDIA Expo 2022? Well, it’s back and the QMS team is saying that it’s going to be better than ever. It’s also going to be by appointment only to throw a bit of FOMO into the mix. The demos will take place in Room 207 during CEDIA Expo 2023 and feature a variety of content on an 18-foot-wide QMS XDR3 display set within...

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL CSOT, a renowned industry player developing advanced, innovative display technologies, today exhibited its latest breakthrough display technologies, including the world's largest QD-Mini LED TV made possible by TCL CSOT's impressive 115-inch screen, at IFA 2023, the world's largest consumer electronics trade show taking place from today to September 5 in Berlin, Germany. "With tireless dedication and continuous innovation, we are thrilled to return to IFA once again with our latest displ...

David Cohen will spearhead Dove, which provides cannabis cultivators with automation and technology to improve packaging and distribution. David Cohen announced his new role as CEO of Dove Automation August 28. Courtesy of Dove Automation David Cohen, who spent nearly five years leading LED lighting company Fluence, announced today his new role with Dove Automation, a Webster, New York-based company that provides cannabis growers with automation and technology solutions for packaging and distribution. As CEO, Cohen will spearhead Dove’s efforts ...

The headlight bulb’s compact design and compatible base mean broader compatibility Suresnes, France – September 4th, 2023 – Moving up from halogen to LED just became quicker and easier with the new Philips Ultinon Access range of automotive headlight bulbs. Experience the extra brightness and performance of LED technology with these simple-to-fit lamps and benefit from the enhanced safety and longer lifetime of proven Philips quality. Hassle-free fitment We have made installation simple. There’s no need for compatibility checks or adapter ...

September 4, 2023, Munich - Hesai Technology (Nasdaq: HSAI), the global leader in automotive lidar, announced today a partnership with Webasto, the leading global automotive supplier of roof systems. Hesai will provide automotive lidar sensors to Webasto for its Roof Sensor Module for passenger cars with ADAS. Hesai’s AT128 long range lidar has been integrated in Webasto’s current Roof Sensor Module, which features several cameras and lidars. Webasto system includes an entire sensor set, together with other antennas, concealed under a full-surface pol...

Philips Hue integrates smart lighting, sensors, and cameras to help secure your home Experience the integration of smart lighting and smart home security with new Philips Hue Secure cameras, sensors, and app features to help secure your home Monitor your home in real time and receive instant motion notifications, and use the Security Center in the Philips Hue app to trigger light and sound alarms and arm or disarm the system Rest assured that videos remain private as Philips Hue Secure cameras feature end-to-end encryption by default, even for event recognition ...

Greatness Begins at home - TCL's pioneering display technology catapults home entertainment into a new realms of luminous clarity, as smart domestic technology paves the way for a healthier and more inspirational future. Hong Kong, August 29, 2023 - TCL, a leading consumer electronics brand and the world's top two TV brand, today unveiled an impressive lineup of advanced extra-large QD-Mini LED TVs and latest smart home announcements to reinvent life at home. TCL continues to enhance everyday experiences and inspire consumers worldwide with its groundbr...

From September 11th to 13th Nichia will exhibit at 2023 IUVA World Congress in Dubai, U.A.E. The purpose of the International Ultra-Violet Association World Congress is to present the recent advancements in technology and research addressing the environmental, health, and treatment process challenges of today, as well as to discuss the current trends in UV regulations and new applications. With the continued growth of UV technology as a primary tool for the treatment of water, air, and surface disinfection, continued education and innovation drive its market expansio...

The Wall helps prospective students envision their future at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School with engaging content about the campus experience and alumni accomplishments Samsung Electronics America, Inc., an industry leader in the global display market, is helping Syracuse University elevate its campus tour experience with The Wall installed in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. The Wall’s MicroLED technology provides a vibrant visual canvas for highlighting student accomplishments and the school’s world-class learning envir...

From September 25th to 27th Nichia will exhibit at the 15th International Symposium of Automotive Lighting (ISAL 2023) in Darmstadt, Germany. ISAL 2023 is one of Europe's most influential scientific conventions for automotive lighting. The event enables hundreds of industry leaders and experts to highlight new advances in electronics engineering to improve road safety and address developing transport standards and regulations. Taking center stage will be Nichia's µPLS, a pioneering light engine solution which integrates pixelated micro light emitting ...

Reduces component volume by 99% and power loss by 55% when replacing silicon MOSFETs ROHM has developed power stage ICs with built-in 650V GaN HEMTs and gate driver - the BM3G0xxMUV-LB series. The devices are ideal for primary power supplies inside industrial and consumer applications such as data servers and AC adapters. Consumer and industrial sectors more and more demand greater energy savings to achieve a sustainable society in the last few years. However, while GaN HEMTs are expected to significantly contribute to greater miniaturization and i...

In recent years, fine-pitch LED displays, known for their high definition and brightness, have found widespread application across various venues. The LED display industry is now turning its attention to the MIP packaging technology, which has been gradually gaining prominence. This innovative packaging approach brings numerous significant benefits to users, and it is poised to trigger a new technological revolution in the LED display sector. This year, AOTO Electronics has introduced the novel MIP technology, reaffirming its commitment to advancing within the fine-p...

Bridgelux (www.bridgelux.com), the leading developer and manufacturer of innovative LED solutions, is announcing the launch of its Gen9 COBs. The Gen9 COB is a result of our continuous effort to improve CRI80 efficacy to 200 lm/W warm white and represents a 10% improvement from the previous generation CRI 80 Gen8 COBs. Gen9 COBs are available in a wide range of Light-Emitting Surfaces (LES) from 6 mm to 22 mm in diameter. The breakthrough performance represents the highest efficacy in the COB lighting market. Together with Gen9 V SeriesTM CO...

26,000 public lights will be upgraded across roads, streets, and residential areas for greater energy efficiency, reduced costs and maintenance, and better quality of life for residents and visitors. Upgraded lighting is expected to save 7,161,500 kWh /£1.8 million annually on energy consumption, prior to the upgrade and reduce maintenance costs by circa 45%. The lighting upgrade is a major step in the council’s goal to hit net zero by 2030. Guildford, United Kingdom – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, is supporting Se...

The current Apple Vision Pro features two 4K microLED panels that are only sourced from Sony, a manufacturer that was earlier reported to cap its annual display production at just a million units for the AR headset. With this massive hurdle, not only will Apple not be able to produce as many units as it wants, but having a single supplier also means that the company will have less room for negotiating display component prices. Fortunately, a new report states that two Chinese suppliers are currently being evaluated for their microLED technology, which can potentially bri...

Award-Winning Innovative Display Expands to New Screen Sizes and Form-Factors Shenzhen, August 29, 2023 – TCL, a pioneer in display across feature-rich smartphones, tablets, and connected devices, today launched the NXTPAPER smartphone series. The TCL 40 NXTPAPER and the TCL 40 NXTPAPER 5G become the world’s first and only smartphone devices to offer a revolutionary full color paper-like visual experience. The launch of NXTPAPER phones is another major step in TCL’s commitment to bring elevated screen experie...

Polestone 01, a full-size luxury SUV model was officially released on August 22. Its powerful intelligent driving system features a long-range lidar - AT128, and two blind-spot fully solid-state lidars - FT120. The combination of three lidars covers a horizontal FOV of 280°, providing ultra-high resolution 3D perception capability. Polestone 01 is also the world's first series-production vehicle model to feature fully solid-state lidars. As a family-size SUV model designed for outdoor adventures, Polestone 01 has a commanding exterior design while offeri...

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aeva® (NYSE: AEVA), a leader in next-generation sensing and perception systems, today announced it will demonstrate its high performance 4D LiDAR™ technology for the automotive industry at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, the world's leading platform for the future of mobility, sustainability and technology. Aeva’s Aeries™ II 4D LiDAR delivers next generation sensing and perception performance using Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) technology to simultane...

Shanghai, China, 28 August, 2023: Jade Bird Display (JBD), a world leader in MicroLED technology has announced prototype shipments of Phoenix series, which is the highly anticipated single panel monolithic RGB MicroLED micro-displays. While the Hummingbird, previously released and currently in volume production, targets 30-degree FOV application, the Phoenix series is designed to be used with 50+ degree FOV waveguides. The current engineering samples of Phoenix adopts 0.22” panel, with 2K resolution and 2.5um sub pixel pitch. A 2X2 array of sub-pix...

In Short The new iPad Pro models may feature M3 SoC. Apple may launch the new tablets early next year. Apple is also expected to launch iPhones next month. Apple plans to upgrade its iPad Pro lineup with a new display technology and chipset in early 2024. According to Apple analyst and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the next iPad Pro model will continue to be available in two sizes, starting with the 11-inch iPad Pro. However, the bigger iPad will feature a relatively larger 13-inch display instead of the existing 12.9-inch screen. The new Pro ta...

The German automotive giant's chairman attends a meeting in Seoul with LG Display executives Jeong Ho-young, LG Display President and CEO (from left), Ola Kallenius, chairman of the management board at Mercedes-Benz Group AG, and Kwon Bong-seok, Chief Operating Officer and Vice Chairman of LG Corp. South Korea's LG Display Co. has reinforced its auto display cooperation with German automotive giant Mercedes-Benz, raising prospects that the former's premium OLED panels will be installed in the latter's vehicles. LG Dis...

Hisense has confirmed details of its 2023 line up, and its keen pricing of its flagship Mini LEDs made me look twice. Hisense has announced the details of its 2023 range, with affordable Mini LED TVs that rival Samsung's pricing. The range includes various premium technologies, such as entry-level 4K TVs with Quantum Dot tech, Laser TVs, and flagship Mini LEDs. The top-of-the-range U8K Mini LED TV starts at £1,299, undercutting Samsung's top model by £500, and the most affordable Mini LED TV is priced at just &poun...

The world’s first Dual UHD monitor brings DisplayPort 2.1 for next-generation gaming performance Samsung is announcing the future of gaming monitors with the newest entries in its Odyssey monitor series: Odyssey Neo G9 57” and the 2023 Odyssey Ark 55”. The new gaming monitors are now on display at the world’s largest video game event, Gamescom 2023, and will be available for purchase in October. The Odyssey Neo G9 57” earned a Best of Innovation Award at CES 2023. “We’re continually pushing the boundaries of what ...

MINI Incubator is featuring Samsung Display’s round OLED at Gamescom 2023 in this photo provided by the display maker. SEOUL, Aug. 25 (Korea Bizwire) — Samsung Display Co., the display arm of Samsung Electronics Co., on Thursday unveiled its new line of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) designed for automotive applications in collaboration with MINI, the popular small car brand that operates under the BMW Group. The development was showcased at Gamescom 2023 in Cologne, Germany, The event is scheduled to take place until Sun...

The tvONE CORIOmaster 2 ensures the LED screen can display up to 24 sporting events at one time, or focus on just one as an immersive experience. (© McCann Systems) Chicago, IL, USA – Sports fans are being treated to a massive 2,000 square foot video screen at the new DraftKings Sportsbook bar at Chicago’s Wrigley Field stadium, with game footage and betting information delivered by a tvONE CORIOmaster2 video processor and integrated by tvONE partner McCann Systems. The expansive LED feature wall wraps around the space and...