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VESA Introduces DisplayHDR True Black High Dynamic Range Standard for Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) and other Emissive Displays

January 4, 2019 by Damir Lokas

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) introduced its new DisplayHDR True Black high dynamic range (HDR) standard, a variant on VESA’s widely adopted High-Performance Monitor and Display Compliance Test Specification (DisplayHDR). The new standard has been optimized for emissive display technologies, including organic light emitting diode (OLED) and future microLED displays. DisplayHDR True Black allows … Read more

Samsung’s New 2019 Monitors Are Designed for Modern Workspaces and Next Generation Gaming

January 4, 2019 by Damir Lokas

Samsung Electronics announced three new monitors: the modern and minimalist Space Monitor, the CRG9 designed for an unparalleled gaming experience and the UR59C, a stunning 4K UHD curved monitor ideal for content creators. Each monitor offers the best in technology, ranging from ultra-wide screens and lifelike colors for immersive gaming to space-saving designs to increase … Read more

PIQO Pocket Projector Moves Towards Production

January 3, 2019 by Arthur Berman

The Piqo projector, designed by Piqo (Los Angeles, CA), is described by the company as a powerful, on-the-go HD projector that is compact, durable and intuitive to use. Some of the features of the Piqo projector are as follows: Uses DLP technology 1920 x 1080p HD image resolution Projected image size: up to 240 inches … Read more

Nanoco and Plessey Partner to Shrink Full-Colour microLED Pixels by 87% Using Quantum Dots

January 3, 2019 by Damir Lokas

Plessey Semiconductors and Nanoco Technologies announced a partnership to shrink the pixel size of monolithic microLED displays using Nanoco’s cadmium free quantum dot (CFQD quantum dots) semiconductor nanoparticle technology. Using its existing monolithic process, Plessey will integrate the Nanoco CFQD® quantum dots into selected regions of blue LED wafers to add red and green light. … Read more

ThinQ AI And Alpha 9 Gen 2 Processor Deliver Whole New User Experience To LG TVs

January 3, 2019 by Damir Lokas

LG Electronics (LG) is taking the home entertainment experience to new heights with the introduction of its latest flagship TVs with ThinQ AI at CES 2019. Powered by the company’s second-generation ? (Alpha) 9 Gen 2 intelligent processor and deep learning algorithm, the new models offer a higher level of AI picture and sound experience … Read more

Aaargh! CES is Coming!

January 3, 2019 by Ken Werner

CES is almost upon us, with the exhibits beginning Tuesday, January 8, and with media and analyst activities beginning Sunday, January 6. About a year ago I strongly suggested that we analyst and media types refrain from writing any of the many CES stories before they happen. But CES is nothing if not a powerhouse … Read more

USB-IF Launches USB Type-C Authentication Program

January 2, 2019 by Damir Lokas

USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, announced the launch of its USB Type-C Authentication Program, marking an important milestone for the optional USB security protocol. The USB Type-C Authentication specification defines cryptographic-based authentication for USB Type-C chargers and devices. USB Type-C Authentication empowers host systems to … Read more

Roku Adds Premium Subscriptions to The Roku Channel

January 2, 2019 by Damir Lokas

Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROKU) announced it is expanding The Roku Channel to include “Premium Subscriptions.” Users will be able to watch both free ad-supported and paid premium entertainment in one easy-to-navigate interface, with personalized recommendations, where they can browse, trial and subscribe to popular services. In addition to 10,000+ free ad-supported movies and TV episodes … Read more

INT is a New Player for High-Density Displays

January 2, 2019 by Chris Chinnock

I recently had a chance to speak with executives from a new company, Taiwan-based INT Tech, which is short for Innovation and Transformation. They are a technology development house that has created AMOLED displays on glass with an industry-leading 2228 pixels per inch (ppi). That’s in the range of AMOLED on silicon substrates and 4-5X … Read more

Verdicts Against Huawei and ZTE Enforced in Germany

December 31, 2018 by Damir Lokas

MPEG LA announced that patent holders in MPEG LA’s AVC/H.264 Patent Portfolio License have enforced verdicts of injunction in German District court (“Landgericht Dusseldorf”) cases finding that Huawei Deutschland GmbH (“Huawei”) and ZTE Deutschland GmbH (“ZTE”) infringed patents by their use in mobile phones that implement the AVC/H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10) Standard. See http://www.mpegla.com/Lists Against … Read more

Vuzix and AccuWeather Partner to Deliver First Augmented Reality Weather Content to Smart Glasses Users Across the Globe

December 31, 2018 by Damir Lokas

Vuzix Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), (“Vuzix” or, the “Company”), a leading supplier of Smart Glasses and Augmented Reality (AR) technology and products, is pleased to announce the Company has entered into a strategic partnership with AccuWeather to bring compelling and dynamic interactive AR-based weather experiences to Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses users across the globe. A demonstration … Read more

Dell Technologies Completes Class V Transaction

December 31, 2018 by Damir Lokas

Dell Technologies announces the successful completion of the Class V transaction following approval of the transaction by its stockholders at a special meeting held on Dec. 11, 2018. Dell Technologies paid $14 billion in cash and issued 149,387,617 shares of its Class C common stock in connection with the Class V transaction. Dell Technologies Class … Read more