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Plessey’s microLED Patented Growth Technology combines Native Blue and Native Green Epitaxy on a Single Wafer

Plessey, an embedded technologies developer at the forefront of microLED technology for augmented and mixed reality (AR/MR) display applications has extended the capability of their proprietary GaN-on-Silicon process to enable Native Blue and Native Green emission from the same wafer. The potential of microLEDs is well known but several challenges remain before ramping up to … Read more

Cable Matters Introduces Triple-Monitor MST Hub, Featuring DisplayPort 1.4 Technology

Cable Matters®, an industry-leading supplier of connectivity solutions, announced new additions to their line of custom-designed video products. The Cable Matters 3-Port Mini DisplayPort MST Multi-Monitor Hub and the Cable Matters 3-Port USB-C™ MST Multi-Monitor Hub add up to three displays to a laptop, tablet or desktop computer with Mini DisplayPort or USB-C. Drive Multiple … Read more

EIZO Releases Its First Limited Edition 21.6-inch OLED Monitor for Private Entertainment of 4K and HDR Content

EIZO Corporation announced the FORIS NOVA – EIZO’s first 21.6-inch OLED monitor. This special edition monitor is perfect for private entertainment of 4K videos, streaming, and gaming, including HDR content. The FORIS NOVA launches with limited availability of 500 units worldwide. The FORIS NOVA is developed with expertise culminating from years of dedication to EIZO’s … Read more

Global PC Monitor Volume Declines in the Second Quarter of 2019, According to IDC

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The worldwide market for PC monitors saw a year-over-year decline of 2.2% in the second quarter of 2019 (2Q19) with shipment volume totaling just over 30 million units. Although the market shrank, the results nonetheless exceeded forecast and maintained the seasonal trend of surpassing first quarter (1Q19) volume, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) … Read more

Will StarBoard Be Running on Garta This Christmas?

In case you are confused by the title or think that I enjoyed too much booze while writing this article, these are all references to the latest news about Apple’s famed AR glasses. Since Google retracted their project from the consumer space, many have speculated (even though fantasized maybe a better description) that Apple is … Read more

Samsung Integrates Prismview Sales and Marketing Teams into Display Organization, Expanding its Position as an Industry Leader in LED Video Technologies

Samsung Electronics America announced the integration of Prismview, LLC Sales and Marketing Teams into its display business, further strengthening the company’s display portfolio and salesforce. The Utah-based company manufactures and installs large-format LED video displays, and their products are recognized around the world for outstanding image quality and superior durability. “With the union of Samsung’s … Read more

Middle East & Africa Sees Huge Increase in Demand for Wearable Technology

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The Middle East and Africa (MEA) wearable devices market saw tremendous year-on-year unit growth of 144.43% in the second quarter of 2019, according to the latest insights from International Data Corporation (IDC). The global technology research and consulting services firm’s recently updated Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker shows that 1.96 million units worth $278.04 million. … Read more

HP Spectre x360 13: The New Standard for Premium

HP Inc. unveiled its next generation Spectre x360 13. Premium craftmanship, breakthrough performance and mobility, and strengthened security pushes the boundaries for today’s confident tech users who require an extraordinary device experience. “Premium consumers desire beautiful, highly mobile devices that adapt to their on-the-go lifestyle,” said Kevin Frost, vice president and general manager, Consumer PCs, … Read more

Shine Bright with the New Flagship 4K UHD Laser Projectors From Optoma – ZK1050 and ZK750

Optoma has launched two new 4K UHD high brightness professional laser projectors, the ZK1050 and ZK750. The 10,000 and 7,500 lumen flagship projectors offer five interchangeable lens options – making them the perfect solution for simulation, live events and complex professional installations that require versatility. Powered by MultiColor Laser (MCL) technology, with an expected lifetime … Read more

Kopin Brillian LCD Microdisplay to be in Army AR HMD

In 2017, Kopin announced a new product line, the Brillian LCD microdisplay, which targeted military HMD applications. On September 5, 2019, the announced the first design win for the display, for an augmented reality (AR) head mounted display (HMD) for use by Army helicopter pilots. (Note: There is no relationship between Kopin’s Brillian product line … Read more

Gaming PCs and Monitors Achieve Double Digit Growth in Q2 2019, According to IDC

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Global shipments of gaming desktops, notebooks, and monitors reached 10.4 million units in the second quarter of 2019 (2Q19), up 16.5% year over year, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker. A combination of better comparisons against an abysmal 2018, easing CPU shortages, and improved GPU inventory helped the overall market … Read more