Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the company’s fourth quarter and full-year 2024 results. Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify, comments: "Today’s results show the continued momentum of our business. Despite headwinds in China and in the Professional business in Europe, we achieved further sequential improvements in the fourth quarter, with a particularly strong performance from the Consumer business. We are encouraged by the improvements we have seen over the past quarters. We successfully managed the decline of t...

LG Electronics (LG) has taken a significant step in advancing its robotics capabilities by securing a majority stake in Bear Robotics, a prominent Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in AI-driven autonomous service robots. This acquisition aligns with LG’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the robotics sector, a key growth area for the company. On January 22, LG’s board of directors exercised a call option to acquire an additional 30 percent stake in Bear Robotics. This follows an initial investment of USD 60 million in March 2024, which ...

Sollum Technologies is pleased to announce that EXKA, a leading cannabis producer in Québec, Canada, has chosen Sollum's cutting-edge dynamic LED grow light solution as part of the expansion of their state-of-the art greenhouse facilities in Mirabel. This partnership marks a significant milestone in EXKA's production capabilities, with the company increasing its greenhouse footprint by 50%. This decision reflects EXKA's commitment to leveraging advanced and sustainable lighting strategies to boost production efficiency and crop quality. (Pho...

Hesai Technology (Nasdaq: HSAI), the global leader in automotive lidar technology, today announced that it has secured design wins for multiple Chery Automobile models. The models are expected to enter mass production in the second half of 2025 and will be equipped with the newest generation of Hesai’s ultra-compact high-performance ATX lidar. Chery’s vehicle line-up includes passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and urban mobility vehicles. Chery recently reported a 38 percent jump in global car sales year-over-year, with 2.6 million vehicles sold in 2024, an...

Nichia, the world's largest LED manufacturer and inventor of the high-brightness blue and white LED, is launching a white LED (Part No. NS2W806H-B2) designed for LCD backlighting. This product adds a new green chip in addition to the existing blue chip, resulting in a configuration that combines both blue and green within a single package. For LEDs used in LCD backlighting, it is common to achieve white light by combining a blue chip with green and red phosphors. However, due to the significant performance improvements in Nichia's green chip, the N...

According to a recent post by MacRumors on January 17, Apple is reportedly planning to launch a second-generation Studio Display in 2025. This updated model is expected to feature Mini LED backlighting and support a 90Hz refresh rate. As early as April 2023, Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst from Tianfeng Securities, had hinted that Apple would begin mass producing a 27-inch Mini LED external monitor by late 2024 or early 2025, delivering enhanced brightness and contrast. Additionally, an anonymous tipster on the RelayFM "Upgrade" podcast revealed that A...

Samsung Electronics illuminated the cityscape of London with a live hologram showcase, transforming urban spaces into vibrant canvases in anticipation of Galaxy Unpacked 2025 and bringing the world a sneak peek into the next era of mobile AI. With live holographic activation and voice elements, Samsung invites viewers from around the world to tune into Galaxy Unpacked on January 22.

ROHM has developed a high output laser diode - RLD8BQAB3 - for use in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) equipped with LiDAR for distance measurement and spatial recognition. ROHM will initially start supplying samples targeting consumer and industrial applications such as drones, robot vacuum cleaners, AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), and service robots. LiDAR is seeing growing adoption in recent years across a variety of applications that require automation such as automotive ADAS, AGVs, drones, and robot vacuums, facilitating preci...

Introducing ReVolve, Primeview’s game-changing LED roll-up display that combines state-of-the-art engineering with a sleek, space-saving design to deliver stunning visuals in any environment. With ultra-light, ruggedized GOB materials and pixel pitches as fine as 0.7mm, ReVolve provides unparalleled image quality with vivid colors and premium contrast. Its motorized mechanism offers seamless concealment and effortless operation, whether mounted in-ceiling or on walls. Perfect for boardrooms, classrooms, showrooms, lounges and auditoriums, ReVolve is engineered for f...

Lynred, a leading global provider of high-quality infrared sensors for the aerospace, defense and commercial markets, today announces the launch of Eyesential SW, its latest VGA format shortwave (SWIR) infrared sensor for machine vision. It is designed to offer the ideal cost-performance ratio for visible-like imaging to address specific performance needs in machine vision. Eyesential SW has the performance and features that industry is looking for at half the price of comparable IR sensors on the market. It also includes specific functions for spectroscopy applications, su...

Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the latest addition to its comprehensive medical monitor line-up, the LMD-32M1MD 32-inch 4K HDR Mini-LED Surgical Monitor, designed to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience in medical environments. With its advanced features and superior picture quality, the LMD-32M1MD sets a new standard for clarity and precision. The LMD-32M1MD is now available for purchase. “We are proud to announce the new LMD-32M1MD, a game-changing surgical display that’s packed with Sony’s latest unique cutting-...

As Hisense and TCL gear up to launch LCD TVs powered by RGB Mini LEDs in 2025, Samsung has taken a bold step forward by unveiling its first LCD TV featuring RGB Micro LED backlights at CES 2025. This innovation marks a significant leap in display technology. More Options for Ultra-High-Definition TVs Samsung announced plans to make the TV available in 75-inch and 85-inch models with 4K resolution, as well as a 98-inch model boasting 8K resolution. These sizes aim to cater to a wide range of consumers seeking top-tier viewing experiences. ...

Macroblock has successfully obtained ISO 26262 functional safety development process certification. This internationally authoritative certification underscores Macroblock’s commitment to adhering to the highest functional safety standards in the automotive industry. To maintain a competitive edge in the automotive electronics field, Macroblock's functional safety policy emphasizes that meeting functional safety requirements is the primary consideration in the design and development of automotive products. The company continually increases investment in safety design to...

Hisense showcased its ambitions to dominate the ultra-large TV market at CES 2025, unveiling two massive models: a 116-inch RGB Mini LED LCD TV (116UX) and a 136-inch Micro LED TV. With these announcements, Hisense is taking direct aim at competitors like TCL and Samsung. A New Benchmark for Large LCD TVs TCL set the stage by making 98-inch LCD TVs more affordable, but Hisense is doubling down on its 100-inch LCD TVs. The company has already claimed the top position in the U.S. for TVs sized 87 inches and above, boasting a marke...

Recently, Hongli Zhihui reached a cooperation intention with the world-renowned lighting company Current Lighting Solutions ("Current") and signed a "License and Supply Agreement". Through this authorization, Hongli Zhihui can apply KSF phosphors to Hongli Zhihui lighting LED products worldwide, which will further accelerate Hongli Zhihui's expansion into the high-end lighting application market. KSF/PFS phosphors have made an indelible contribution to improving LED efficacy, especially high CRI. Their unique red light emissio...

Microscale light-emitting diodes (micro-LEDs) are emerging as a next-generation display technology for optical communications, augmented and virtual reality, and wearable devices. Metal-halide perovskites show great potential for efficient light emission, long-range carrier transport, and scalable manufacturing, making them potentially ideal candidates for bright LED displays. However, manufacturing thin-film perovskites suitable for micro-LED displays faces serious challenges. For example, thin-film perovskites may exhibit inhomogeneous light emission, and their surfaces ...

ams OSRAM, a global leader in intelligent sensors and emitters, is set to showcase a range of essential, advanced sensing and lighting technologies at the coming 11th Wearable Expo: Wearable Device & Technology Expo on January 22 - 24, 2025. Hailed as the Japan’s leading exhibition for wearables, the event will be held at Tokyo Big Sight and is expected to attract 87,000 visitors to showcases by 1,800 exhibitors with some 200 engaging sessions also set to take place over the three-day exhibition. From infrared lasers and VCSEL for 3D and LiDAR, ...

Samsung Electronics today announced a partnership with game developers Nexon Korea and Neople to deliver unparalleled 3D experiences in the upcoming game ‘The First Berserker: Khazan.’ The game’s 3D elements are being specially customized and designed during development, utilizing Samsung technology and the advanced capabilities of the Odyssey 3D monitor to create an immersive 3D gaming experience. Through this partnership, Nexon, Neople and Samsung have been working closely to tailor the 3D visuals, carefully adjusting them based on the compositi...

Smartkem, which is seeking to change the world of electronics using its disruptive organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs), announced that it has completed the first sale of its TRUFLEX® semiconductor materials to its joint development partner, Shanghai Chip Foundation Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. ("Chip Foundation"), a manufacturer of semiconductor and integrated circuit devices, for use by Chip Foundation in the co-development of a new generation of microLED-based backlight technology for Liquid Crystal Displays. Smartkem Chairman and CE...

TrendForce’s latest report, “2025 Infrared Sensing Application Market and Branding Strategies,” reveals that LiDAR is gaining traction in automotive markets—including passenger vehicles and robo-taxis—as well as in industrial applications such as robotics, factory automation, and logistics. Propelled by advancements in Level 3 and higher autonomous driving systems and logistics solutions, the global LiDAR market is forecast to grow from US$1.181 billion in 2024 to $5.352 billion in 2029, achieving a robust CAGR of 35%. Under increasin...

Plessey Semiconductors, a leading developer of Micro LED display solutions, and Meta Platforms have collaborated to develop what is touted as the world’s brightest red Micro LED display, designed specifically for AR glasses.

An Innovation in Display Technology at CES 2025 Samsung Display introduced its stretchable concept screen at CES 2025, showcasing a groundbreaking leap in display innovation. Unlike conventional foldable or flexible displays, this stretchable screen can form a dome-like bulge at its center, producing a glasses-free 3D effect. Potential applications range from wearables to car dashboards and infotainment systems, offering a tantalizing look at the future of interactive displays.

CES 2025 opened on January 7 in Las Vegas, United States, drawing over 3,600 exhibitors to unveil the latest technological developments. This year’s event showcases innovations in Micro and Mini LED displays, with applications ranging from TVs and screens to AR glasses, automotive displays, and beauty mirrors.

Sumitomo Chemical will participate in SPIE Photonics West 2025, the world’s largest optics and photonics conference and exhibition, to be held in San Francisco, California, the United States, from Tuesday, January 28 to Thursday, January 30, 2025. This conference, organized by the International Society for Optics and Photonics (SPIE), the leading society in this field, showcases a wide range of the latest optical and photonic technologies and applications, including optical communications, lasers, and optoelectronic devices.

TrendForce’s latest investigations reveal that nearly 90% of newly launched electric passenger car models (including BEVs, PHEVs, FCVs, and HEVs) in 2024 will feature SAE Level 2. These systems predominantly include automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist, although not all models will offer all three functionalities. However, the adoption of more advanced SAE Level 3 autonomous systems remains limited due to high technological barriers, unresolved regulatory challenges, and elevated vehicle costs. Autonomous driving ...

Innoviz Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: INVZ) (the "Company" or "Innoviz"), a leading Tier-1 supplier of high-performance, automotive-grade LiDAR sensors and perception software, is proud to announce its latest technological advancements, which will be showcased at CES 2025. Highlighting the power of its perception software, Innoviz will demonstrate how it runs seamlessly with the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin platform, offering a range of software-driven features designed to accelerate autonomous driving applications.

After expressing so much interest at last year’s Automechanika, end users and workshops can now look forward to installing the new LED retrofit lamps from ams OSRAM (SIX: AMS). The OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER® LED SPEED H7 is impressive for its extremely simple installation, its bright white light, excellent durability and 60 percent lower energy consumption¹. The OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER® LED SPEED H7 was unveiled for the first time at last year’s Automechanika, the leading international automotive trade f...

RoboSense, a global leader in AI-driven robotics technology, and Coco Robotics, an innovator in delivery robots, have announced a strategic partnership to transform last-mile logistics. By combining RoboSense's advanced sensor technology with Coco Robotics's delivery solutions, the collaboration aims to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability in urban networks. Coco Robotics bridges the gap between local businesses and customers through advanced navigation and real-time tracking, prioritizing sustainability by reducing carbon emissions and delivery costs. Si...

Taiwanese LED packaging companies are ramping up their transformation efforts, pivoting away from standard products to explore diversified segments such as invisible light products, Micro LEDs, semiconductors, and silicon photonics. They are also seeking new growth opportunities in AI applications. Leading manufacturer Everlight recently hosted an investor conference, highlighting its strong position as one of the top five global players in photocouplers. The company continues to focus on high-end photocouplers and expects robust gross margins to persist through 2025. Photo...

Smart Eye, the world’s leading developer of Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS), today unveiled AIS+, the latest evolution of its award-winning safety system for small-volume OEMs and aftermarket installation in vehicle fleets. Designed to improve driver safety, AIS+ introduces two game-changing features: real-time vibration alerts and secure video recording. AIS+, like its predecessor, leverages Smart Eye’s proven AI technology to detect and address driver drowsiness and distraction. Now, with haptic seat alerts and optional video recording, AIS+ stre...