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Google Developing Chromecast 2

Mario Queiro, VP of product management at Google, has said that the company will launch a second-generation Chromecast device. Although few details were shared, Queiro said that more advanced hardware will mean that it will be easier to use second screen solutions. To date, Chromecast users have sent content from their second screen devices more … Read more

HBO Streaming Service Targets Cord-Cutters

The HBO cable network will launch a streaming service next year, aimed at cord-cutters. CEO Richard Plepler said that the OTT service, which will initially only be available in the USA, will not require a TV subscription. Pricing details have not been shared, but rumours suggest that it could be as much as $15 per … Read more

One Media Delivers to Moving Mobiles

One Media will unveil a ‘next-generation’ broadcast transmission standard next month; the result of work between Coherent Logix and Sinclair Broadcast Group. The company will show how its platform, designed for US broadcasters, can deliver HD signals to fast- and slow-moving mobile devices and indoor receivers, while also delivering UltraHD signals to traditional OTT antenna … Read more

Test for UltraHD Compatibility, Without an UltraHD Display

A new UltraHD benchmark called Fire Strike Ultra has been developed by Futuremark. Users can test their system for UltraHD compatibility, even if they don’t have a high-resolution display. UltraHD content is rendered internally; the benchmark checks to see if it works and then scales the graphics down for display on the PC’s screen. Display … Read more

Acer Leads Rapid Chromebook Growth

Chromebook shipments were up 67% QoQ globally in Q3’14, with Acer in the lead, according to ABI Research. The market’s top three vendors (Acer, Samsung and HP) accounted for 74% of shipments in the first half of the year; Acer shipped about 0.3 million units, while Samsung and HP shipped around 0.2 million each. Total … Read more

Digitimes Reports Notebook Market Growth in Q3

Digitimes Research has released preliminary quarterly shipment numbers for the notebook market. According to its data, the global market for notebook computers (excluding 2-in-1 computers) showed an increase of 6.4% sequentially and 2.6% year on year. Digitimes sees HP (21%) as being slightly ahead of Lenovo (20.9%), Dell (12.5%), Acer (9.7%) and Apple (8.5%). The … Read more

Displays Will Drive Organic Electronics Growth

Organic electronics will grow quickly over the next six years, largely driven by displays. A new report by Allied Market Research (http://tinyurl.com/p3r86mv) says that organic electronics will grow at a 29.5% CAGR between 2014 and 2020, ending the forecast period at a value of $79.5 billion. Displays will represent more than 65% of the market’s … Read more

Distributors Represent KOE at Electronica 2014

KOE will be represented at Electronica 2014 next month by its distributors: Data Modul (A3.207), Distrelec (A6.363) and MSC Technologies (A6.510). These partners will show a range of KOE’s industrial ‘Rugged+’ TFT LCD displays; ‘Lite+’ modules and ultra-wide viewing angle (UWVA) ‘IPS-like’ screens. Each of KOE’s Rugged+ line is intended for use in situations where … Read more

Fraunhofer Transfers Data Quickly With IR Light

Modules have been developed that can transfer data, wirelessly, at up to 1Gbps over a distance of 10m. Developed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS), the modules rely on LiFi technology: that is, transferring data using light. Fraunhofer IPMS’ solution uses infrared light as the wireless transmission medium. Bandwidth reaches ‘several’ Gbps; data … Read more

JDI Claims 2-3 Times Improvement in Cold IPS Speed

Japan Display (JDI) has developed a new LCD display using an IPS panel, with a drive method enhancing the response speed. Response speed is said to be between two and three times faster than standard IPS panel displays in low temperature conditions. Prototype specifications of two displays have been provided. The first is a 10″ … Read more

LG: LCDs Produce Three Times More Blue Than OLEDs

The Korean Photonics Technology Institute and LG Display have conducted a study on the output of blue light from different types of displays. Blue light in the 380-450nm wavelengths, such as that from most LED backlights, suppresses melatonin production, which causes drowsiness. It is also blamed for causing discomfort in viewers’ eyes and damage to … Read more