2025-05-27

[News] LG Becomes First Brand to Sell 10 Million OLED TVs in Europe, Extending 12-Years of Market Leadership

 LG Electronics (LG) proudly announces a major industry milestone: becoming the first brand to surpass 10 million OLED TV sales in Europe.1 Achieved in the second quarter of 2025, this accomplishment reflects the continued trust of European consumers in LG OLED as the benchmark for premium TV viewing. For more than a decade, LG has led the OLED TV segment by consistently pushing the boundaries of self-emissive display technology, building a legacy of innovation and excellence in the global premium TV market. Dominance in Europe’s Premium O...
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2025-05-26

[News] ams OSRAM initiates legal proceedings to protect essential LED patent rights

ams OSRAM, a global technology leader in intelligent sensors and emitters, has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Nature Fresh Farms USA Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. The lawsuit asserts that Nature Fresh Farms has infringed ams OSRAM’s rights in proprietary LED technology by using certain horticulture LED lighting fixtures including the Agrolux Wega Plus. Central to the litigation are seven of ams OSRAM’s US patents. These encompass its advanced hyper-red (660nm) LED architecture...
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2025-05-22

[News] NAMUGA Unveils Stella-2: Compact, Solid-State Lidar Powered by Lumotive, at Embedded Vision Summit

Lumotive, a leader in programmable optical semiconductor technology, today announced that NAMUGA Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of advanced camera modules, will debut its first solid-state 3D lidar sensor—Stella-2, powered by Lumotive's Light Control Metasurface (LCM) technology—at the upcoming Embedded Vision Summit in California. Stella-2 brings software-defined intelligence, a compact form factor, and robust outdoor performance to commercial robotics and industrial automation. Applications include autonomous vacuum cleaners, lawnmowers, ware...
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2025-05-22

[News] XREAL Unveils 'Project Aura' at Google I/O -- An Optical See-Through XR Device for Android XR

XREAL today announced a strategic partnership with Google to expand the ecosystem of spatial computing devices built on Android XR. As part of this collaboration, XREAL unveiled Project Aura at the Google I/O developer conference — XREAL's next-generation extended reality (XR) device designed specifically for the Android XR platform. Project Aura is the second official device announced for Android XR and marks a major milestone for the platform: the introduction of an optical see-through (OST) XR device. A lightweight and tethered, cine...
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2025-05-22

[News] New Planar DirectLight Essential Series Introduces High-Quality Chip-on-Board Technology Delivering Incredible Performance at Accessible Price Point

Today, Planar, a global leader in visualization technology, announced the launch of the Planar® DirectLight® Essential Series, a line of fine pixel pitch LED video walls delivering incredible visual performance for indoor environments with abundant ambient light. Planar’s newest line of fine pixel pitch LED video walls introduces a solution that is well-suited for budget-conscious customers who require high-quality imagery, strengthening the Planar® DirectLight® family’s industry-leading position of delivering the finest visual performance. T...
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2025-05-21

[News] CEA-Leti Reports Co-Integration of GaN MicroLED and Organic Photodetectors for Multifunctional Display Applications

Targeting next-generation of display technology, CEA-Leti today presented its heterogeneous co-integration of GaN microLED technology and organic photodetectors (OPDs), a major step toward multifunctional displays that combine both display and sensing capabilities. The results were presented in a paper at the Display Week conference titled “Co-Integration of Organic Photodetector with MicroLED Dedicated to Multifunctional Display Application." As the demand for innovative and interactive displays continues to grow, microLED technology has emer...
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2025-05-21

[News] Aeva Selected by World’s Largest Commercial Aircraft Manufacturer

Aeva®, a leader in next-generation sensing and perception systems, today announced that it has been selected by Airbus UpNext, a wholly-owned Airbus subsidiary created to explore innovative technologies, to supply its cutting-edge 4D LiDAR technology for the Optimate smart automation demonstrator. Aeva’s unique 4D LiDAR technology uses Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) sensing to simultaneously detect precise distance and velocity for each point in a scene — a major advancement over traditional LiDAR systems. Its ability to deliver hi...
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2025-05-19

[News] Hisense Shines at Cannes as Named Partner of CHINA NIGHT

Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, proudly served as the named partner of CHINA NIGHT at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. On May 15, Hisense transformed the iconic Plage des Palmes into a dazzling showcase of smart living, premium entertainment, and refined design—bringing next-generation technologies to the heart of the global film scene. As film industry elites walked the red carpet, a 100-inch U7 Series TV captured every moment in ultra-fine detail. Engineered with Mini-LED Pro backlighting and the Hi-View ...
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2025-05-19

[News] Avicena Announces Series B Funding Round Led by Tiger Global with Participation from SK hynix

Avicena, the leader in ultra-low power high-density microLED-based interconnects, announced today it has raised $65M in Series B Funding, bringing the total capital raised to $120M. The round was led by Tiger Global with participation from new and existing investors including Maverick Silicon, Prosperity7 Ventures, Venture Tech Alliance, SK hynix, Cerberus Capital Management, Hitachi Ventures and Lam Research. “This highly oversubscribed funding round is another testament that Avicena is in a leading position to disrupt the AI interconnect market, ...
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2025-05-19

[News] AUO Shines at SID 2025, Wins the “Best Micro LED-Based Technology” Award

AUO made a strong impression on the global stage at SID Display Week 2025, taking home two international honors. Its 64-inch transparent Micro LED display wowed the judges and earned the “Best Micro LED-Based Technology” award. On top of that, AUO’s booth—featuring a range of forward-looking display innovations—was named “Best Medium Booth.”These recognitions not only highlight AUO’s broad R&D strengths, but also underscore its leadership in shaping the future of display technology. By blending virtual a...
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2025-05-16

[Insight] SID 2025: Diverse Micro LED Applications Lighting Up the Future

On May 13, 2025 (U.S. time), the Display Week 2025 (SID 2025) officially opened at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center in California. Leading display industry giants, cutting-edge technology companies, and innovative startups around the world gathered to showcase the latest generation of display solutions and products. Among them, Micro LED technology emerged as a key focus for many display companies. These key players continued to enhance the performance of Micro LED technology, extending its applications from medium and large-sized displays to automotive disp...
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2025-05-16

[News] Full Year 2024 Results

IQE plc (AIM: IQE, "IQE" or the "Group"), the leading global supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions, today announces its results for the full year ended 31 December 2024. Jutta Meier, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of IQE, commented: “IQE delivered a solid set of financials in line with our January 2025 trading update. Our focus has been on reducing costs and optimising our footprint, and I am pleased to see this has resulted in an improved adjusted EBITDA positi...
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2025-05-16

[News] Samsung Display Unveils Advanced R&D Achievements at Display Week 2025

Samsung Display announced on May 13 that it will take part in Display Week 2025, held from May 13 to 15 at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. The event, hosted by the Society for Information Display (SID), brings together display companies and experts from around the world to share cutting-edge technologies and R&D achievements. Samsung Display is set to unveil a range of next-generation display technologies, including the industry’s first non-cadmium 400-nit EL-QD and a 5,000 pixels-per-inch (PPI) RGB OLED on Sili...
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2025-05-16

[News] Innoviz Technologies Accelerates Delivery of Newly Designed LiDAR Platform to Volkswagen Autonomous Mobility to Equip a Fleet of ID. Buzz AD Shuttles in 2025

Innoviz Technologies Ltd., a leading Tier-1 direct supplier of high-performance, automotive grade LiDAR sensors and perception software, today announced an expansion of its collaboration with Volkswagen Autonomous Mobility to accelerate the integration of InnovizTwo LiDAR units into the ID. Buzz AD, VW's L4 autonomous shuttle. The expansion is expected to accelerate the integration of InnovizTwo LiDAR units into the ID. Buzz AD autonomous shuttle platform, supporting MOIA's planned market expansion in multiple European and U.S. cities begin...
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2025-05-16

[News] Optimized IR Lasers from ams OSRAM — Ideal for Particularly Demanding 3D Sensor Applications

The number of modern applications using 3D sensor technologies is steadily increasing, including ambient sensing for industrial robots, various face recognition applications, object detection, and machine vision. Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) is the key technology on which the latest two product launches from ams OSRAM are based. The BIDOS® P3435 Q BELAGO 1.2 Dot Projector emits light at a wavelength of 940 nanometers and combines an infrared VCSEL with advanced optics and a robust housing ideal for 3D sensing applications b...
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2025-05-16

[News] Tianma Introducing New AMOLED Display Technologies at Display Week 2025

Tianma, a leading global manufacturer of flat panel displays, is exhibiting its family of AMOLED technologies and solutions at Display Week 2025, Booth #416, San Jose, California, May 13-15. Tianma is introducing the following AMOLED products: 6.51″ HOI – This display – the world’s first three-in-one photosensitive functional screen – is equipped with Tianma’s self-developed HOI (Hybrid Optoelectronic Integration) technology. This HOI technology incorporates three essential functions through its innovative embedde...
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2025-05-16

[News] AUO CEO Frank Ko Delivered Keynote Speech at SID: "Redefining Displays: Inspiring New Possibilities"

SID Display Week 2025, the premier global event for display technology, is currently underway in San Jose, California. Dr. Frank Ko, CEO and President of AUO, has served as a keynote speaker for SID, delivering a speech titled "Redefining Displays: Inspiring New Possibilities." Dr. Ko has a deep passion for the display industry and has been following the SID conference for over 30 years. With his forward-thinking vision and keen insights into display technology, he has led AUO as a pioneer in smart display solutions. Through the power of AI,...
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2025-05-15

[News] TCL CSOT Unveils Industry-Defining Advances Across Display Technologies at SID Display Week 2025

TCL CSOT, a global leader in advanced display technologies, made a commanding appearance at SID Display Week 2025, the premier global summit for the display industry. Showcasing a comprehensive portfolio that spans Inkjet Printing OLED (IJP OLED), MLED, FMM OLED and LCD display technologies, the company reaffirmed its leadership in shaping the next generation of intelligent, sustainable visual experiences. "What you see at SID 2025 with our APEX platform showcases our investment in display quality, sustainability, and forward-looking ...
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2025-05-15

[News] Apple Glass Rumored to Unveil in Late 2026, Ahead of Schedule

Recently, Bloomberg revealed that Apple has a packed product roadmap for 2027, with the iPhone Fold and the company’s first-ever Apple Glass drawing particular attention. Notably, the launch of Apple Glass may be moved up to late 2026. Current information suggests that the version of Apple Glass set to debut in late 2026 will not be a fully featured AR device, but rather a scaled-down version. Its design and functionality are expected to resemble the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, which offer features such as photo and video capture, audio playback, and integratio...
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2025-05-14

[News] Nichia's High-power 280nm UV LED Has Been Chosen by Shikoku Kakoki Co., Ltd. for Their Food and Beverage Filling Machines

Nichia, the world's largest LED manufacturer and inventor of the high-brightness blue and white LED, is pleased to announce that a UV-C LED disinfection device manufactured by Mutoh Industries Ltd., equipped with Nichia's high-power 280nm UV LED (Part No. NCSU434D), has been adopted for the food and beverage filling machines of Shikoku Kakoki Co., Ltd. In food factories, cups to be filled with food, and films and caps for sealing, have been disinfected mainly with UV mercury lamps in order to prevent contamination from bacteria. However, due to...
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2025-05-14

[News] Display Week 2025: Smartkem to Exhibit and Present MicroLED Smart Backlight Demonstration for Next Generation LCD Displays in Automotive Industry

Smartkem, which is seeking to change the world of electronics with a new class of transistor technology, will be exhibiting at Display Week 2025 a demonstration of a MicroLED Smart Backlight that has the potential to drive a new generation of Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs) that could transform display technology in the automotive industry. Smartkem's Chairman and CEO Ian Jenks will be giving a presentation titled "Changing the World of Electronics: Unveiling a Breakthrough in Transistor Technology for the Future of MicroLED Displays" whic...
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2025-05-14

[News] AUO to Showcase Micro LED and AI R&D Capabilities at SID 2025

As the AI wave continues to expand, displays are becoming crucial interactive interfaces. Micro LED, poised to be the leading next-generation high-definition display technology, is set to realize its full potential thanks to its superior performance. AUO stands at the forefront of Micro LED display technology and is actively engaged in AI innovation. Under the theme "Beyond Vision.Enable Tomorrow," AUO will showcase its advancements in large-sized, transparent, and integrated Micro LED and AI applications at SID Display Week 2025, the premier glo...
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2025-05-14

[News] Everlight and IKEA Settle Patent Dispute, Everlight Withdraws U.S. and German Lawsuits

Shulin Dist., New Taipei City– April. 29, 2025– Everlight Electronics Co., Ltd. (“Everlight”) and Swedish home furnishing giant IKEA have successfully resolved their patent disputes, reaching an amicable settlement. In the spirit of mutual trust and collaboration, Everlight has officially withdrawn its patent lawsuits against IKEA in the United States and Germany, underscoring both companies’ commitment to intellectual property protection and industry development. Shulin Dist., New Taipei City– April. 29, 2025– Ev...
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2025-05-13

[News] Aledia to Showcase FlexiNova at Display Week 2025 — A Customizable MicroLED Platform for Next-Gen Screens

At Display Week 2025, Aledia, the leader in nanowire and 3D silicon-based microLED display technology, will showcase FlexiNOVA – a new product-ready platform built on its proprietary nanowire microLED technology and designed to scale production of next-gen displays. With its first industrial chip format now defined and available for sampling in 6V and 9V variants starting in H2 2025, FlexiNova empowers OEMs and display makers to integrate microLEDs into devices as diverse as smartwatches, automotive dashboards, luxury TVs and ultra-high-resolution monit...
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2025-05-13

[News] VueReal to Showcase Groundbreaking MicroLED Innovations at Display Week 2025

VueReal, a pioneer in MicroSolid Printing™ technology, will unveil its latest microLED advancements at Display Week 2025 (Booth #1447). The company will highlight scalable solutions for next-generation lighting, displays, and transparent electronics across automotive, consumer, and emerging tech applications. VueReal's proprietary MicroSolid Printing™ platform overcomes key manufacturing barriers by enabling precise, high-yield microLED transfer at scale. With over 125 patents issued, the platform continues to push boundaries in micro device manufac...
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2025-05-12

[News] Luminus Introduces CFT-50X Series LED Product Line for Medical, Life Sciences, and Industrial Applications Comprehensive Portfolio Offers Exceptional Performance Across the Entire Visible Spectrum

Luminus Devices, a global leader in LED technology, announced the launch of its new CFT-50X Series, an extensive product line of high-performance LEDs designed specifically for medical, life sciences, and industrial applications. The new series offers unprecedented versatility with 10 distinct SKUs spanning from UVA (405 nm) to Red (638 nm), meeting the demanding requirements of medical endoscopy, biophotonic , fluorescence microscopy and machine vision markets. "The CFT-50X Series represents a significant advancement in LED technology for critical applic...
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2025-05-12

[News] TCL CSOT to Unveil Industry-Leading Display Innovations at SID Display Week 2025

TCL CSOT, a global leader in display technologies, is set to participate in SID Display Week 2025 with a compelling showcase of innovations that will define the next generation of intelligent displays. From high-performance Inkjet Printing OLED (IJP OLED) and MLED products to advanced FMM OLED and LCD applications, TCL CSOT will present a full spectrum of future-ready display solutions under its APEX innovation platform. "Introduced in 2024, the APEX brand represents TCL CSOT's vision for the future of display techn...
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2025-05-12

[News] Innolux Drives Smart City Digital Life Era at Display Week 2025 in the USA

Innolux Corporation will participate in the global display technology event SID Display Week 2025 in San Jose, U.S. from May 13 to 15. The company will showcase a series of value-added applications of display technologies for smart cities with a new look, including new AI-driven models across art, education, fashion, and medical care, as well as cross-domain development to forge a new digital life era. Evolving key technologies bring forth a new generation of MicroLED application innovation   Leveraging its deep experience in cutting-edge display technology and ...
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2025-05-12

[News] Samsung Launches World’s First 500Hz OLED Gaming Monitor: Odyssey OLED G6

Samsung Electronics today announced the global launch of the Odyssey OLED G6, the world’s first 500Hz OLED gaming monitor. The Odyssey OLED G6 will first be available in Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia, followed by a phased rollout to additional global markets later this year. Building on its six-year leadership in the global gaming monitor market and two-year leadership in OLED gaming displays, Samsung is once again expanding the boundaries of gaming performance with the Odyssey OLED G6.1 “Samsung continues to lead the gami...
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2025-05-12

[News] Samsung Reportedly Develops Thinnest OLED Panel for Foldable iPhone, Seals Exclusive Supply Deal

With Apple’s first foldable iPhone reportedly hitting the market in 2026, more details regarding the flagship product have surfaced. According to SamMobile, Samsung Display has created its thinnest-ever foldable OLED panel—one that even outclasses those in its own Galaxy Z Fold series— to power the model. Notably, Korean Ecnomic Daily suggested that Samsung Display has been selected as the exclusive supplier of OLED displays for Apple’s first foldable iPhone. This move is expected to solidify Samsung’s dominance in the global f...
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Signify, the world leader in lighting, is proud to unveil the Philips GrowWise smart spectrum - an innovative algorithm designed to automatically optimize horticultural LED lighting based on real-time sunlight irradiation. Signify empowers gro... READ MORE

This year's report plays a key role in aligning with the upcoming standards of the European Union and is built on a significantly broader data foundation than in previous years. For the first time, the report includes all LEDVANCE entities... READ MORE