Amphenol LTW provides connectors for marine electronics, industrial automation, machine vision, horticulture lighting, LED lighting and video walls, heavy-duty machinery, servers and many other applications. With over 300 global patents, the company designs, manufactures, and customizes a wide range of waterproof connector solutions for harsh and rugged environments, along with solid partnerships with lighting giants such as Signify and GE. LEDinside had the honor to interview Charles Wu, the Global BD Director at Amphenol LTW, to share some insights into the market t...

Jun. 3, 2024 ---- Efforts to reduce the cost of Micro LED chips through size miniaturization are ongoing. Companies like LGE, BOE, and Vistar continue to invest in large display applications, while AUO has been focusing on developing smartwatch products. There is also growing demand for new display applications in head-mounted devices and for automotive uses. TrendForce’s “2024 Micro LED Market Trend and Cost Analysis Report” reveals that the market value of Micro LED chips is projected to reach $580 million by 2028, with a CAGR of 84% f...

Audi’s new SUV flagship relies on premium technology and clear design. The HD Matrix LED headlights from ZKW, developed jointly with Audi, are a perfect match. The premium lighting system offers digital daytime running lights with selectable, digital light signatures that allow the headlights to be customized. An optional additional laser high beam provides even more range. The high-tech headlamp also has a dynamic indicator light and a blue ambient light for the laser. Development and production of the premium lighting system are based in Wieselburg. “The pr...

When choosing a display, energy consumption is an important factor to consider. In today’s energy-conscious world, understanding the power usage of different technologies can help reduce electricity bills and minimize environmental impact. This article will compare the power consumption of LED and LCD displays to determine which is the better choice for energy savings. Understanding the differences between these technologies will help you make an informed decision. Understanding LED and LCD Technologies Understanding the basics of LED and LCD technolog...

At the recent Qatar Expo, a remarkable achievement was celebrated as the event set a new Guinness World Record. This prestigious accolade was made possible through the innovative use of Absen’s state-of-the-art LED display technology. The project, conceived and coordinated by Cityneon, showcased the unparalleled capabilities of Absen’s LED screens, marking a significant milestone in the world of visual displays. Bringing the latest ground-breaking technological advances in a variety of fields, the Qatar Expo is a prestigious international event that draws...

LG QNED90T/LG QNED91T REVIEW: TWO MINUTE REVIEW The LG QNED91T, the company's flagship 4K model in its mini-LED ‘QNED’ range, is a TV with mixed performance. It’s stacked with smart and gaming features that will keep many people happy, but the picture and sound quality are inconsistent, succeeding in some areas, but failing in other crucial ones. It’s worth noting that in the US, this TV is called the LG QNED90 and comes with a pair of feet instead of a central pedestal stand. Priced at $1,...

Finden Technologies, Inc. the Philippine exclusive distributor of Hisense televisions, in collaboration with Abenson, proudly launched on May 29 the highly anticipated Hisense 55/65/75 inch Mini LED TVs and the massive 85-inch Mini LED Pro. This groundbreaking television has quickly earned the title of MVP of TVs in the realms of gaming and entertainment, setting new standards for home viewing experiences. Shown here are (from left) Crizza Kaw, Sales Effectiveness Manager, Finden Technologies Inc., Gladdys Galura, Account Executive, Finden Te...

Planned investment in new generations of innovative microchips totalling EUR 588 Mio. by 2030 to meet growing demand for applications in medical technology, industry and consumer handhelds. Federal Minister of Labour and Economy Martin Kocher welcomes and supports the application for funding as part of the European Chips Act The requested funding of up to EUR 200 Mio. is part of important investments by ams OSRAM in Austria in the development and production of future generations of microchips “Made in Europe” In the midterm future, ap...

Highlights: Brightek unveils the EVO iCLed platform for automotive ambient lighting, addressing the latest trends in personalized interior design. With 7000 mcd of brightness, EVO is ideal for smart surface integration or exterior ambient lighting, enhancing both aesthetics and visibility. EVO's temperature sensing technology automatically adjusts for color shifts caused by temperature variations or different installation locations, ensuring a consistent and high-quality ambient lighting experience. Brightek’s Genernal Manager, Mr. Chih-Hung Tz...

The Micro LED development was hit hard in March 2024 after Apple decided to cancel the Micro LED watch project. Slowdowns in aspects including investments, technological development, and widespread use are unavoidable. Nevertheless, chip miniaturization, which is closely associated with cost reduction for Micro LED chips, continues to move forward. LGE, BOE, Vistar, and other manufacturers have invested in large-sized display applications, while AUO continues developing its watch products. Regarding novel display applications, Micro LED can be seen in head-...

Ledman has been proactively researching technologies and processes related to glass substrates and officially launched the world’s first PM Glass Substrate Micro LED display in October last year. At that time, the market did not realize that this exploration could potentially open up a new competitive field. By innovatively applying PM Glass Substrate technology, Ledman is capable of creating high-cost-performance products that excel in energy efficiency, screen temperature control, and significantly lower costs. This innovation is seen as a crucial entry point for pu...

Leveraging extensive experience and expertise in high-power LED and VCSEL packaging, UVT provides LED packaging, optical design, mechanism design, IC integration services, and high-quality packaging contract manufacturing services, creating greater value for its clients and fostering a mutually beneficial relationship. The company has been active in attending the specialized event OPIE Yokohama held in Japan. TrendForce had the opportunity to interview general manager Ethan Chen to delve deeper into the company’s product development plans and progress for 20...

A UK wafer fab is facing the possibility of sale or closure as a result of Apple ending a supply deal, according to the Daily Telegraph. The wafer fab is at Newton Aycliffe in County Durham in the north of England and is owned by materials, networking and laser technology firm Coherent Corp. (Saxonburg, Pennsylvania). The newspaper reported that local management have said a strategic review could result in the wafer fab being sold. The report also said that a last-time-buy notice had been issued to customers. The wafer fab had been making compound semiconductor co...

With better precision Mini-LED TVs trump older FALD screens (Image credit: TCL) Mini-LED TVs are taking the world by storm and despite being the clear winner in dimming technology, Full Array LEDs are going by the wayside in favor of the better balanced and brighter option in the market. Leading the Mini-LED revolution are TCL and Hisense, both of which have launched exciting new Mini-LED offerings that could be among the best TVs to release this year. Last year’s Hisense U8K Mini-LED TV was among our top picks of 2023, and th...

New Planar Luminate Ultra W Series Adds Wide Aspect Ratio to Portfolio of High Bright, Fine Pitch Outdoor LED Displays Leading-edge fine pixel pitch LED video wall display sets a new standard for close-up outdoor viewing with a 16:9 wide form factor, MicroLED technology, front-service ruggedization and pre-configured sizes Planar expands outdoor fine pitch MicroLED portfolio with wide aspect ratio Planar Luminate Ultra Wide Series (Photo: Business Wire) Planar Luminate Ultra W Complete delivers pre-configured fine pitch outdoor MicroLE...

China-based Tianma had an impressive booth at Displayweek 2024, showing numerous OLED and microLED displays and prototypes. For the automotive market, Tianma showed three new display prototypes. First up is a 13" slidable OLED, with an embedded touch panel, aimed towards car dashboards or center controls. The second display is a 13-inch "dynamic" OLED, this is a flexible bendable display that can bend over 200,000 times. The display has a 200 mm radius, and is covered by Corning's LivingHinge automotive flexible cover glass. The third ...

Innlights Displaysolutions’ 105m x 8m display, which comprised 17,640 pixels by 1,344 pixels, showcased a presentation by Oman to about 3,000 guests at the opening event of ITB. Photo: Innlights Displaysolutions Innlights Displaysolutions has provided an 840 sq metre video wall for the opening event of the ITB travel show in Berlin. The 105m by 8m display – which comprised 17,640 pixels by 1,344 pixels – showcased a presentation by this year’s guest country, Oman, to about 3,000 guests. The LED modules were managed by an InnVision S...

Robbe's Little Garden and the Metropolia University of Applied Sciences in Myrrmäki entered a joint research, testing year-round strawberry cultivation in a closed environment. The so-called Urbanfarmlab is developing solutions that are set to be adopted at an industrial scale. "We want to look at the possibilities of growing strawberries year-round. Foreseeing that there will be a future demand for 12 months per year as Finnish customers are demanding local production of fresh fruit, as well as vegetables," says Robbe Jordas, Founder of Robbe's Li...

During Displayweek 2024, Visionox demonstrated many OLED display technologies and panels, and also an interesting microLED prototypes (produced by its subsidiarity Vistar).<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2WzTKSHi-qE?si=IvjJc-uDjUZMnEO-" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe>Visionox is in the final stages of development of it...

VDS Complete, which features COB technology, is available in five screen sizes, ranging from 108″ to 217″, with 16:9 or 32:9 aspect ratios and pixel pitches ranging from 0.7mm to 1.8mm. Leyard Europe has launched an all-in-one “microLED” video wall solution for meeting rooms and public areas. VDS Complete is based on the company’s microLED chip-on-board (COB) technology and is available in 108”, 136”, 163”, 196” and 217” models, with 16:9 or 32:9 aspect ratios. The solution offers full HD, 4K a...

Porotech, a pioneer in micro-LED and GaN-based semiconductor material technology, garnered significant acclaim from professionals at the annual optical-display industry event, SID Display Week 2024. With its world-first microLED projector, Porotech was honoured with the “Best MicroLED-Based Technology” award. Porotech will exhibit many state-of-art technology products at the SID Display Week from May 14 to 16, 2024; in addition to the PoroGaN® monochrome 0.26″ RGB microdisplay, the exclusive DPT® (Dynamic Pixel Tuning&...

3,240-square-foot end zone display, custom audio system headed to Joe Aillet Stadium in 2024 3,240-square-foot end zone display, custom audio system headed to Joe Aillet Stadium in 2024 BROOKINGS, S.D. – May 24, 2024 – Catering to Bulldogs football fans, Louisiana Tech University has partnered with Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, for a new audiovisual experience at Joe Aillet Stadium in Ruston, Louisiana. A custom audio system along with a 3,240-square-foot end zone video display will be installed before the 2...

An impressive follow up to our favorite pair of AR glasses Viture's latest Pro AR glasses offer larger screens, faster refresh rates, and brighter displays for an enhanced experience. The new glasses also deliver improved clarity and electromic capabilities that block out 99.9% of light, making it a great choice for productivity and entertainment. With a limited-time discount, now is the perfect opportunity to upgrade to Viture's high-performance AR glasses. If you do a quick Google or Amazon search, you'll find that there's no shortage of di...

I’m fast becoming a big fan of pretty much anything Hobolite produces these days and this little Micro 8W LED Lighting Kit by Hobolite is no different. I adore the ease of use and convenience for still life. I took it mushrooming in a forest, in product shots and even creative portraits. The fact that it’s so small it easily fits in your hand or pocket and well, and looks so cool too. Hobolite products just work straight out of the box, brilliant. I recently got to check out the Hobolite Micro 8W Bi-Colour continuous LED. The Hobolite Micro fits e...

Corporate conference space brought to life with versatile display system BROOKINGS, S.D. – May 22, 2024 – Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, in partnership with ImageNet Consulting and Rand Elliott Architects, manufactured and installed a new LED video wall for Flogistix, petroleum engineering and technology experts in the gas and oil industry. The display was recently installed at the company’s corporate space in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to create an immersive conference room experience. The relationship be...

Coherent is a leading provider of advanced illumination solutions for 3D sensing applications. The world is three dimensional. That statement is so obvious that most of us never question how we perceive it. But, in fact, each of our eyes captures a flat image – just like a camera. And it’s only in our brains that the magic of forming a 3D perception from those two flat images occurs. Today, we increasingly ask digital systems to interact with the 3D world – whether it’s to interpret gestural controls, perform facial recognition, or automatically pilot...

Smartkem, a company that makes semiconductor polymer transistors, has just debuted its first demo of a microLED display using its proprietary OTFT materials at Display Week 2024 in San Jose. Evident from the exhibitors at Display Week 2024 is that they recognise the inherent advantages and inevitability of microLED display mass adoption – high durability, extremely strong brightness, a de-coupled production process and high aperture ratio – all of which Smartkem’s OTFT technology can deliver at a much lower cost due to its low temperature processin...

When Saultech was founded in 2010, it quickly gained recognition in the industry with its LED mapping sorters. Today, the film-on-board (FOB) solution for direct-view Mini LED displays has become one of the company’s three main focuses for future development. The originally promising hybrid bonding faced delays due to technical issues in the front- and back-end processes. Nevertheless, the company has promptly reallocated resources flexibly to TC bond and micro bonding technologies, along with fan-out mass transfer pick-and-place, marking a new breakthrough for Sau...

Lippstadt, 25 April 2024. HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA ("FORVIA HELLA") today presented its full financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 (1 January to 31 March 2024). Adjusted for currency effects, sales improved by 2.2 percent to €2.0 billion (previous year: €2.0 billion); reported sales growth was 0.6 percent. In the same period, global vehicle production fell by 0.8 percent. At €111 million, operating income in the first quarter of 2024 was at the previous year's level (previous year: €111 million), while the ...

On May 17, 2023, Nichia Corporation (“Nichia”) and CoreStaff Co., Ltd. (“CoreStaff”) settled the patent infringement lawsuit pending before the Tokyo District Court (Case No. Reiwa 5 (Wa) No. 70062) based on Nichia’s Japanese Patent No. 4974310, relating to KSF (PFS) phosphors, in which Nichia had sought an injunction against patent infringement and damages. Out of respect for Nichia's intellectual property rights and other considerations, CoreStaff, promptly and without proceeding with the lawsuit, discontinued handling ...