What They Say
The Elec reported that BOE is converting part of its B12 OLED fab so that it can make OLEDs for IT and automotive applications. The report said that sizes of OLEDs up to 15″ can be made with a tandem structure. (the dual layer architecture extends OLED lifetime and may be needed for automotive qualification where it is used by LGD – editor)
Equipment for this phase 3 of the B12 line is expected to be installed from April.
What We Think
The Elec said that it thinks that BOE may be trying to become a supplier of OLEDs for Apple tablets. It has previously reported that Apple wants to buy tandem OLEDs for tablets but has not reached agreement with SDC on pricing.
As we have reported, SDC is close to making a decision to build a G8.5 fab for IT OLEDs.
At CES, BOE showed a 3D display based on a 4800 x 1200 LCD that offered AS3D with 17 views and was developed with Bosch. Chris has posted a video of the demo here. (BR)
a) single unit OLEDs and b tandem OLEDs. Image:researchgate.net
