MediaTek, Microsoft Research crack AOC power barrier with Micro LED, 50% reduction

Jay Liu, Taipei

Mar 22, 2026, 07:54, Updated: Mar 22, 2026, 07:54 0

MediaTek and Microsoft Research develop next-generation active optical cable technology. Credit: DIGITIMES

A joint R&D team, including MediaTek, Microsoft Research, and other suppliers, has developed a next-generation active optical cable (AOC) based on miniaturized Micro LED light sources. The Active Micro LED Cable delivers copper-like reliability while...

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