Lextar Electronics has disclosed its collaboration with European automotive brands to develop smart vehicle miniLED displays, with mass production expected to begin in the next two to three years.
As 2025 approaches, with Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House, global economic uncertainties remain prevalent. However, the cyclical replacement of devices, coupled with anticipated growth in the US and Chinese markets, is expected to drive moderate growth in the display panel sector by 2025.
Corning Incorporated recently filed a patent infringement investigation with the United States International Trade Commission (USITC), targeting several TV and panel manufacturers, including LG Electronics, over alleged violations of its LCD glass substrate patents. Industry analysts link this move to Corning's recent struggles with declining market share and profitability.
China continues to expand its production capacity for polarizers, resulting in a market oversupply and making it hard for polarizer prices to rise. To cope, Taiwanese manufacturers such as BenQ Materials, Cheng Mei Materials Technology (CMMT), and Optimax Technology are transforming, with each taking a different path.
CES, one of the world's most influential technology events, once again showcased groundbreaking innovations. Although electronic paper wasn't the main highlight of this year's event, companies like PocketBook and Continental AG introduced fresh, eye-catching applications, all powered by E Ink's technology.
In recent years, CES has become a platform for automotive and display technology, with smart and electric vehicles stealing the spotlight. However, CES 2025 marked a shift, with fewer automotive brands present—Mercedes-Benz among the absentees.
Oversized televisions took center stage at CES 2025, with both Micro LED and Mini LED backlit TVs making a significant impact at the annual technology showcase.
Paul S.L. Peng's resignation from Qisda's board has reignited speculation about the shifting dynamics between Qisda and AUO. Earlier in 2024, AUO reduced its stake in Qisda, fueling rumors of a growing divergence in its transformation strategies. Despite this, both companies have reiterated that AUO retains a board seat, underscoring their ongoing partnership.
Samsung Display (SDC) recently held a media event at CES 2025 in the US, announcing that it will supply rollable displays for Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus G6 Rollable, incorporating color filter on encapsulation technology. Lenovo unveiled this laptop just a day earlier, with plans to launch it in June 2025.
AUO Corporation reported December 2024 consolidated revenue of NT$24.59 billion (US$7.43 billion), representing a 5.7% increase month over month and an 11.8% rise year over year.
LG Display is reportedly planning to adjust its production line configuration by converting its iPad OLED panel production lines to manufacture iPhone OLED panels. This decision comes in response to lower-than-expected iPad Pro demand, according to The Elec.
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