Apple’s Uncertainties Could be Holding Back OLED Investment by Samsung and LG
Uncertainty affects investment plans and complicates the transition to 8th generation OLED technology.
Alfalite Supplies 964 Cutting-Edge LED Panels to Spain’s RTVE in Major Studio Upgrade
RTVE has initiated a project to upgrade its studios in Spain with advanced technology, providing viewers with more engaging content presentation. All studios are equipped with cutting-edge (augmented reality) AR technology for greater creative control and mixed reality (MR) workflows in post-production. Alfalite has supplied 964 ModularPix Pro 1.9 ORIM LED panels to RTVE, Spain’s … Read more
Western Europe PC and Tablet Market: Shifts in Market Share and Annual Growth for Top Vendors in 2022
In a scenario that is likely to further impact display sales going forward, 2022 PC and tablet shipments in Europe took a 21% drop YoY. A staggering 27% drop in consumer PC shipments to Western Europe between Q3 and Q4 last year raises eyebrows, especially considering the heavy discounting during that period. This decline during … Read more
South Korea’s Smartphone Market Declines in 2022: Top 10 Models All See Reduced Market Share
The domestic smartphone market in South Korea declined by 6% in 2022 compared to the previous year, due to inflationary pressures and increased economic uncertainty, as well as poor sales of flagship models. Samsung’s key model in the second half, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, failed to find significant differentiation from its predecessor, and the … Read more
LG Display’s Ambitious Plans for OLED Production Delayed Due to Economic Factors
In 2019, LG Display was preparing for the installation of new production lines for 6th generation OLEDs in Paju, with plans to increase production capacity to more than 700,000 sheets per year. The company had already confirmed an investment plan worth 3.3 trillion won ($2.5 million) to expand small and medium-sized OLEDs and was ordering … Read more
High-Resolution Patterning of OLEDs using Subtractive Contact Patterning: Expanding the Frontiers of Flexible Display Technology
Researchers investigated the mechanism of subtractive contact patterning (SCP) and demonstrated its application in creating high-resolution organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). SCP is a method used to create patterns on thin films of organic semiconducting materials, which are essential components of OLEDs and other organic electronic devices. The research was done by a group out of … Read more
ViewSonic’s Hybrid Workspace Strategy Embraces OLED and Advanced Visual Solutions for Seamless Collaboration
ViewSonic has experienced substantial growth in portable, USB-C (one cable solution), and touch monitor lines, with increases of 106.5%, 95.8%, and 22.4% respectively between 2021 and 2022. Moving forward, ViewSonic plans to expand its offerings for dynamic work environments, focusing on individual productivity, remote collaboration, and easy setups. To promote effective communication and collaboration in … Read more
Solomon Systech Launches World’s First PM-MicroLED Display Driver SSD2363 for Wearables and Industrial Applications
Solomon Systech (International), a semiconductor company specializing in the design, development and sales of proprietary display IC products and system solutions, launches the SSD2363, claimed to be the world’s first PM-MicroLED display driver for next generation high brightness displays for wearables, home appliances and industrial applications. MicroLED is believed to be the next generation of … Read more
Samsung Installs Largest LED Scoreboard at Citi Field, Showcasing Cutting-Edge Display Technology
Samsung Electronics America and the New York Mets believe they have made sports history with the installation of the largest scoreboard across all professional ballparks. The main video LED board at Citi Field, now the largest scoreboard across all professional ballparks, features a 17,400 square-foot high-definition video display on the front and a 6,900 square-foot … Read more
Asia/Pacific Tablet Market Gains in 2022, Set for Decline in 2023
The Asia/Pacific tablet market experienced a 1.5% YoY growth in 2022, with 57.8M units shipped, mainly driven by consumer demand in China due to COVID-19 lockdowns and control policies. Consumer shipments grew by 4.5% to 45.4M units, while the commercial market declined by 8.2%. The education sector was the only segment to grow in 2022, … Read more
World’s First Zero Pixel Display Developed Using Neurotechnology
Elon Musk doesn’t like pixels. That’s why he is setting up a company to challenge the status quo in the display industry.
Rising Smartwatch Popularity Unlocking Growth Opportunities in the Asia/Pacific Market
The Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) wearables market experienced a modest 1.8% growth in 2022, reaching 259.1 million units, recording its lowest annual growth ever. Market demand for wearables was negatively impacted by rising commodity prices, reduced consumer spending, and lockdowns in China. In 4Q22, vendors took a conservative approach to manage inventory, resulting in an 8.3% … Read more
