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Pegatron to Build MS AIOs?

The Economic Daily News said that Pegatron is likely to be the supplier of the next Surface products from Microsoft which are also expected to include 21″, 24″ and 27″ Surface desktop AIO PCs that will have pressure sensitive stylii (Microsoft, of course, bought NTrig) and touch based on the technology from its Perceptive Pixel … Read more

Hololens Aids in Brain Surgery

Researchers at Duke University are exploring the advantages of using the Microsoft HoloLens augmented reality headset in medical applications where surgery is hindered by line of sight. One of the potential applications is the extraventricular drain (EVD) placement during a procedure, designed to relieve pressure when excess fluid gathers in the brain. Since the surgeon … Read more

Sky Backs Slingbox Founder

Sky has made a small investment in Caavo, which was started by a group including a founder of Slingbox, Blake Krikorian (although he has since, unexpectedly died). Other founders came from Echostar and Violet3D (audio). Caavo says it is working on “the missing link between your TV and you”, but is basically in stealth mode. … Read more

Samsung Will Ask All Global Partners to Stop Sales and Exchanges of Galaxy Note7 While Further Investigation Takes Place

We are working with relevant regulatory bodies to investigate the recently reported cases involving the Galaxy Note7. Because consumers’ safety remains our top priority, Samsung will ask all carrier and retail partners globally to stop sales and exchanges of the Galaxy Note7 while the investigation is taking place. We remain committed to working diligently with … Read more

Panasonic Develops 10 year Maintenance Free Projector

The PT-RZ575 is set for launch in Autumn 2016 and offers 5,200 lumens of brightness at a 20,000:1 contrast ratio. The projector features a constant brightness mode, offering long term stable performance for mission-critical activity in the typically darkened environment of a control room. The projector features Panasonic’s unique SOLID SHINE™ laser technology, giving solid … Read more

Samsung Electronics Introduces World’s First Tizen-Powered Premium Displays

Samsung Electronics today announced the global launch of its P-Series standalone SMART signage, the world’s first Tizen-powered premium displays. Utilising the versatile strengths of Tizen as an open source platform as well as in performance and usability, the P-Series displays, including the PHF (700nit brightness) and PMF (500nit brightness; except 32-inch display) models, will also … Read more

Samsung Introduces Tizen-Powered LFDs

Samsung has formally announced the global P-Series standalone Smart signage which run the Tizen operating system. There is a PHF sub-range (700 cd/m²) and a PMF range (500 cd/m² except 32″ which is 400 cd/m²). Typical contrast is from 3,000:1 to 5,000:1 according to the model and there is dynamic contrast control from the Edge … Read more

Flat Panel Display Capital Equipment Spending Surging, IHS Markit Says

Flat-panel display (FPD) equipment sales are expected to attain their highest sustained three-year level in the history of the industry. FPD equipment spending will rise 89 percent, hitting $12.9 billion in 2016. Increased spending levels will continue, reaching $13 billion in 2017, then declining slightly to $11.8 billion in 2018, according to IHS Markit, a … Read more

Flat Panel Display Capital Equipment Spending Surging, IHS Markit Says

FPD equipment sales are expected to attain their highest sustained three-year level in the history of the industry. FPD equipment spending will rise 89%, hitting $12.9 billion in 2016. Increased spending levels will continue, reaching $13 billion in 2017, then declining slightly to $11.8 billion in 2018, according to IHS Markit. “Investments in new FPD … Read more