TRUMPF VCSEL featured by Apple // Collaboration with Apple on future laser technologies continues // TRUMPF to expand German manufacturing sites and further invest TRUMPF Photonic Components, a global leader in VCSEL and photodiode solutions for consumer and industrial sensing, has been featured as a key supplier by Apple [link to Apple newsroom] for its work supporting the proximity sensor in iPhone. The proximity sensor for iPhone turns off the screen when it detects an object that is close by — such as when a user holds iPhone up to their ...

New software features for cognitive, speech, and vision accessibility are coming later this year Apple's new accessibility features, including Assistive Access, Live Speech, and more, will arrive later this year. (Photo: Business Wire)   CUPERTINO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apple® today previewed software features for cognitive, vision, hearing, and mobility accessibility, along with innovative tools for individuals who are nonspeaking or at risk of losing their ability to speak. These updates draw on advances in hardware and software, incl...

Over one thousand lidar sensors scheduled to be shipped through 2024 May Mobility is set to launch driverless operations later this year May Mobility autonomous vehicle outfitted with Ouster lidar sensors. (Photo: Business Wire) SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ouster, Inc. (NYSE: OUST), a leading provider of high-performance lidar sensors, and May Mobility, a leader in the development and deployment of autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, announced today expansions to their supply agreements to provide lidar sensors for May Mob...

Current COO Jochen Linck not to renew his contract due to personal reasons. / New Executive Committee will support CEO and CFO. Herzogenrath, May 17, 2023 – As of October 2023, AIXTRON SE (FSE: AIXA, ISIN DE000A0WMPJ6) will introduce a new Executive Committee to support Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr. Felix Grawert and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Dr. Christian Danninger. Due to personal reasons, the current Chief Operating Officer (COO), Dr. Jochen Linck, will not renew his contract, which ends in S...

Increasing efficiency and miniaturization in a wide range of power supply systems, including servers and AC adapters ROHM has started with the mass production of 650V GaN (Gallium Nitride) HEMTs GNP1070TC-Z and GNP1150TCA-Z optimized for a wide range of power supply systems applications. These new products are jointly developed with Ancora Semiconductors, Inc., an affiliate of Delta Electronics, Inc., that develops GaN devices. Improving the efficiency of power supplies and motors, which account for most of the world’s electricity consumption...

InnovizTwo won the gold award in the Smart Transportation category for its technical excellence TEL-AVIV, Israel, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: INVZ) a Tier-1 direct supplier of high-performance, automotive grade LiDAR sensors and perception software, (the "Company" or "Innoviz") announced today that its second generation LiDAR sensor, InnovizTwo, won Gold in the Smart Transportation category of the 2023 Edison Awards™. Recognition from the Edison Awards coincides with InnovizTwo...

[Berlin, 15th May] TCL, a pioneer in display technology and affordable, smart connected experiences, is proud to announce its TCL NXTPAPER 11 has won a prestigious award: the iF DESIGN AWARD 2023, as the product goes on first sale in Spain. Praising the device’s stylish design and striking display with innovative NXTPAPER 2.0 technology, the award recognizes TCL’s commitment to creating beautiful, market leading products that are accessible to all. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most prestigious design awards in the wo...

New Volvo EX30 is an electric small SUV All-new entry-level model to offer Scandi-cool styling and an EV range of around 275 miles Full reveal scheduled for 7 June Open for reservations this summer with prices likely to start from under £40,000 The new Volvo EX30 is an exciting all-new electric SUV from the fast-evolving premium Swedish brand. Positioned below the existing Volvo XC40 Recharge, this new entrant is targeting a younger, more urban customer base than Volvo’s traditional buyers. The aim is for the new Volvo EX30 ...

Recipients of 29th Annual Awards recognized for the year's most significant technological advances CAMPBELL, Calif., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society for Information Display (SID) is pleased to announce the winners of its 29th Annual Display Industry Awards. The 2023 Display Industry Award (DIA) recipients reflect the ever-evolving display and imaging product landscape and represent a wide range of technological advancements with products designed to make devices that are more sustainable, economical, and engaging while providing users with a ...

Grant is the First Funding from the Hong Kong-Israel R&D Cooperation Programme 3D LiDAR Camera will Combine Newsight’s eTOFTM Proprietary Patented Technology and Brightlaser’s Innovative Solution for VCSEL  NESS ZIONA, Israel, May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newsight Imaging Ltd. (“Newsight”), a leading semiconductor innovator developing proprietary 3D machine vision sensors, spectral vision chips and systems, and Brightlaser Limited (“Brightlaser”), a global competitive supp...

May 10, 2023 Nitride Semiconductor Co., Ltd. Founder, President & CEO Yoshihiko Muramoto ◆Overview We have succeeded to develop the Photonic Crystal (hereinafter referred to as PhC) on which 100 nm size nanofabrication is performed on an ultraviolet LED (hereinafter referred to as UV-LED) with a wavelength of 385nm. We confirmed the light confinement effect of the PhC. ◆ Background A photonic crystal is a structure in which the refractive index changes periodically, and is used to confine light in a small area and enhance the interaction betwe...

AIXTRON SE: Further acceleration of growth in Power Electronics Efficient power electronics based on gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) remain drivers of success / 2023 growth guidance confirmed Herzogenrath, Germany, April 27, 2023 – AIXTRON SE (FSE: AIXA, ISIN DE000A0WMPJ6), a leading provider of deposition equipment to the semiconductor industry, has seen continued strong demand for equipment from all areas of the addressed compound semiconductor industry. This in particular applies to systems for the production of e...

Ouster’s Alpha Prime™ sensors will be the long-range lidar for Motional’s all-electric IONIQ 5 robotaxis SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ouster, Inc. (NYSE: OUST), a leading provider of high-performance lidar sensors, announced today that Motional, a global leader in driverless technology, has selected Ouster as the exclusive provider of long-range lidar sensors for its all-electric IONIQ 5-based robotaxis. The serial production agreement will see Ouster supply Motional with Alpha Prime™ VLS-128 sensors throu...

Cree LED Releases Pro9 LEDs with Breakthrough Efficacy and Reliability DURHAM, NC – January 11, 2023 –– Cree LED, an SGH company (Nasdaq: SGH), announced today the release of XLamp® Pro9™ LEDs, delivering up to 15% higher efficacy for 90 and 95 color rendering index (CRI) LEDs without sacrificing color rendering quality. With this performance improvement, Pro9 versions of XLamp LEDs provide 90 CRI light quality with the same efficacy as standard 80 CRI LEDs at 2700-4000K CCT. These new...

  Cree LED’s Three New High-Brightness LEDs Improve Large-Format Video Displays DURHAM, NC – February 8, 2023 –– Cree LED, Inc. (“Cree LED”), an SGH company (Nasdaq: SGH), today announces the availability of three surface mount diode (SMD) LEDs optimized for large-format, highresolution video screen applications. These new LEDs provide enhanced performance for all types of large-format displays requiring superior image quality and reliability. These SMDs are ideal for stadium signs, air...

    Cree LED Delivers Industry-Leading High-Power LED Efficacy with New J Series 5050C E Class LEDs DURHAM, NC – March 23, 2023 –– Cree LED, an SGH company (Nasdaq: SGH), announced today the release of its J Series® 5050C E Class LEDs with the industry’s highest efficacy for high power LEDs: 228 lumens per watt (LPW) typical at 4000K, 70 CRI and 1W. The new J Series LEDs deliver up to three times the light output of competing 5050 LEDs at the same efficacy level. These...

SICK has unveiled a milestone advance in its three-dimensional LiDAR technology, with the launch of the multiScan multi-layered LiDAR sensor. The SICK multiScan combines floor-to-ceiling 360° environment perception with high-resolution navigation for reliable real-time localisation, mapping and collision avoidance in automated mobile robots (AMRs) and industrial vehicles. Developed on the foundations of SICK’s industry-leading multi-echo LiDAR technology, the SICK multiScan is a compact, lightweight and rugged 3D sensor designed to maximise...

Samsung has just unleashed its latest weapon in the gaming arena – the Odyssey Neo G7 (G70NC). The tech company’s first-ever Mini-LED flat gaming monitor, this new edition promises to take your gaming experience to the next level. Say goodbye to the mundane and hello to near-life-like picture quality with this 43″ behemoth now available in Australia for $1,799 through JB Hi-Fi and the Samsung online store. Samsung 43” Odyssey Neo G7 | Image: Samsung Okay, first of all, what does Samsung mean by ‘first-ever Mini-LED flat gami...

Ipad pro podria tener oled The Cupertino company is planning to launch a technological innovation for sale, like other products, now the great promise is the iPad Pro that includes OLED screens set for the following year. The change expected by Apple will also include many others in terms of features, prices and other aspects. Below you can read in detail everything related so far about Apple’s OLED iPad and the possible reasons for this change. APPLE’S COMMITMENT TO THE IPAD OLED As the weeks have progressed, the rumors ...

Samsung 110" Micro LED TV (Supplied) Samsung Electronics recently launched its Micro LED TV, costing between R1.4 million and R3 million. The ultra-premium TV is available in sizes that range from 76” to 126” and offers a state-of-the-art display, life-like colours, and advanced sound quality, says Samsung. Samsung has partnered with Cinema Architects in Kramerville, Sandton, where people can buy the TV. For more stories, visit the Tech and Trends homepage.  Samsung Electronics recently launched its new ultra-premi...

New hire brings years of automotive technology deployment experience to support Cepton’s volume production ramp-up SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cepton, Inc. (“Cepton” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CPTN), a Silicon Valley innovator and leader in high-performance lidar solutions, announced today the addition of Luis Gonçalves to its Detroit team as Director of Customer Programs. In his new role at Cepton, Gonçalves will lead the Company’s Detroit automotive customer programs, enabling volume pr...

Apple is planning to overhaul its iPad lineup with OLED displays starting sometime next year. This transition will come with some changes in terms of features, prices, and more. Here’s everything we know about Apple’s plans for OLED iPads, and why it’s choosing to make this change now. Why OLED? As rumors of OLED iPads have gained traction, many people have wondered why Apple is planning to transition to OLED just a few years after releasing the first iPad Pro with mini-LED. As we’ve explained in the past, mini-LED is an a...

Seeing the LCI update for the BMW M3 and M4 is going to be a bit weird for most BMW fans. The LCI for the G8X-generation of cars will mark the end for the internal combustion BMW M3 and its variants. After that, the M3—and all other cars attached to it—will go fully electric. So when we see these spy photos of the BMW M4 Convertible LCI, we’re seeing the beginning of the end. <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="3...

Disclosure: Some links on this page are monetized by the Skimlinks, Amazon, Rakuten Advertising, and eBay, affiliate programs. All prices are subject to change, and this article only reflects the prices available at time of publication. The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 line of gaming laptops have earned a reputation in recent years for delivering excellent bang for the buck in an attractive, compact package. In January the company announced a 2023 refresh, bringing support for AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors, NVIDIA RTX 40 series graphics, and optional support for...

Smaller than the wavelength of light it emits, this tiny silicon LED could mean a big breakthrough for microscopy and more. A research team from the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) claim to have built the "world's smallest LED" — and say the technology could be used to turn smartphone cameras into high-resolution microscopes in the future. "Our breakthrough represents a proof of concept that could be hugely impactful for numerous applications requiring the use of micro-LEDs," claims Iksung Kang, resear...

Pilots from Sellafield Ltd’s Engineering Centre of Excellence will fly the first unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) fitted with Lidar sensors at a UK nuclear site. Sam Jay, UAV Engineer and Chief Pilot at Sellafield Engineering Centre of Excellence, looking at the screen display of the mapping images captured by the Flyability Elios 3 drone. © Amanda Smith The team based at Cleator Moor in Cumbria will fly the Swiss-made Flyability Elios 3 as part of a decommissioning programme at the site. The UAV carries the latest Lidar technology, c...

BMW is all set to break the cover of the next-generation 5-Series sedan later this month. What's fuelling more interest among automotive enthusiasts is the upcoming i5 EV that will be based on the next-generation BMW 5-Series sedan and is slated to debut on May 24. Ahead of its official unveiling, the German luxury car brand has teased the upcoming electric car in a teaser video posted on its social platform. BMW i5 will come based on the next-generation 5-Series sedan. The latest teaser video released by BMW reveals the upcoming BMW i5 EV's illuminat...

The Caddy sedans might lose some of their uniqueness in the process. A new patent filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) by General Motors shows that an updated version of the Cadillac CT4-V and possibly the CT5-V will sport markedly different rear designs to the existing model. As discovered by CarBuzz, the design patent depicts images of a trunk lid with a spoiler attached - this feature leads us to believe that it's the sporty V models that are being shown. But it's below the spoiler that the most significant change can be ...

Researchers developed a lidar system that uses quantum detection technology that can capture 3D images while submerged underwater. They demonstrated the system by using it to capture a 3D image (left) of a pipe (right). The scan was obtained in low scattering conditions with the single-photon system submerged in a tank. Credit: Aurora Maccarone, Heriot-Watt University For the first time, researchers have demonstrated a prototype lidar system that uses quantum detection technology to acquire 3D images while submerged underwater. The high sensitivity of this system could allo...

Samsung announces in brazil new micro led tv the wall. Samsung launched this Thursday (4) its new 110-inch The Wall Micro LED IWJ-R Smart TV equipped with the latest in display technology including visual features such as Ultra Chroma and Quantum HDR, in addition to the Black Seal that delivers pure black levels, improved contrast and greater detail display. O AllCellular participated in loco in an event held today by the manufacturer and brings all the information. This TV model adopts the so-called “infinity” design without front edges and w...