February 2025

Researchers from the University of Turku and Cornell University have developed a theoretical model showing that by leveraging polaritons one could increase the brightness of OLED devices.

The new model places the OLED device between two semi-transparent mirrors, and thus coupling the OLED emitters with the confined light and creating the new hybrid state of light and matter called a polariton. 

Polaritons have been researched before, but this is the first time that a theory that examines the boundaries of performance gains has been submitted. The researchers say that the carefully examined where the polariton sweet spot lies in different scenarios, ad found that the strength of the polaritonic effect in OLEDs' performance depends on the number of coupled molecules - the fewer, the better. 

Samsung Display announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Intel to co-develop (and co-market) display solutions (based on Samsung's OLED and QD-OLED panels) optimized for Intel’s processor chips and explore opportunities in high-performance IT devices and artificial intelligence (AI) PCs.

The companies intend to work together at global exhibitions to showcase their latest innovations. Intel and Samsung also plan to apply Intel’s system-on-a-chip (SoC) technology to Samsung Display’s IT OLED panels to provide component solutions optimized for AI PCs, including high picture quality and low power consumption. 

Universal Display Corporation reported its financial results for Q4 2024, with revenues of $162.3 million (up from $158.3 last year), and net income of $46 million (down from $62 million last year). 

Looking at 2024, UDC reports $647.7 million in revenues, up 12% from 2023 ($576.4 million) while net profit was up 9% ($222 million up from $203 million). The company believes that its 2025 revenues will be in the range of $640 million to $700 million, forecasting growth of up to 8% (and possibly even a 2% decline in revenues). 

LG says that the OLED monitor market will surpass $1 billion in revenues in 2025, up from $793 million in 2024. In 2022, the total OLED monitor market amounted to only $75 million. LG says that about 22% of all gaming monitors sold today are based on OLED panels. 

LG Display says that Korean OLED makers (i.e. LGD itself and Samsung Display) dominate the market - with about 99.8% market share. 

LG Display announced that it has started mass producing its latest WOLED panel, a 45" 1300 nits 21:9 5K2K panel, aimed towards high-end gaming monitors. The panel offers LGD's Dynamic Frequency & Resolution (DFR) technology that enables a choice between two modes, 5K2K 165Hz or FHD 330Hz.

Towards the end of 2024, LG Electronics unveiled the first monitor to use this new panel, in its UltraGear GX9 monitor series.

According to reports from Korea, Hyundai Mobis has plans to launch a 18-inch rollable automotive display, ans has seemingly already signed up both General Motors, Hyundai Motors and Kia to adopt this display into four models, that will launch in 2028.

Hyundai Mobis hasn't yet selected the supplier of its rollable display, and it is talking to both Samsung Display and LG display. Both companies haven't yet commercialized automotive-grade rollable displays, and the development contract will have to be signed within a few months if the companies hope to have a commercial launch in 2028.

Researchers from Korea's Hanyang University, Yonsei University, and Sogang University have jointly developed new hole transport materials and processes that enable the fabrication of ultra high definition OLED microdisplays - achieving over 10,000 PPI.

The researchers explain that one of the problems with ultra-high-density OLED displays is that as the distance between pixels approaches the micrometer level, electrical signal interference which leads to light leakage from closeby pixels and a decrease in color fidelity. This leakage between subpixels occurs because the hole transport layer that facilitates the movement of holes is shared among the pixels that form the display.

TCL CSOT, a global leader in display technology, presented its latest professional display innovations at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025 on February 4-7 in Barcelona. The company's comprehensive display solutions demonstrate TCL CSOT's technological prowess and commitment to advancing the professional display industry through continuous innovation.

TCL CSOT presents its cutting-edge 5.5” Industry's Highest Tr Real-4K Projector, featuring an impressive Real-4K resolution (3840 * 2160), 800 PPI, and an industry-leading 6.2% Tr value. This innovative projector represents a significant breakthrough in Real-4k 1LCD Projector screen technology, offering unprecedented clarity and performance in a compact form factor.

TCL CSOT, a leading innovator in display technology, presents its comprehensive commercial display portfolio at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025, which took place on February 4-7 in Barcelona. The lineup demonstrated TCL CSOT's technological expertise in meeting the diverse needs of commercial applications through continuous innovation.

Leading the professional display lineup is TCL CSOT's outdoor high-brightness series, featuring displays engineered for exceptional outdoor visibility. The 55” FHD Outdoor High-Brightness Display delivers an impressive 4000 nit brightness, while the 65” UHD Outdoor High-Brightness Display and 75” UHD Outdoor High-Brightness Display offer 2500 nit brightness, making them ideal for outdoor digital signage applications. All models feature advanced DLED backlight technology and support 24/7 operation, with high refresh rates of 120Hz for smooth content display.

Japan Display (JDI) made an interesting announcement today, saying that it has made a strategic investment in OLEDWorks, and now owns 6.69% of the company. The two companies are also planning to build an advanced OLED production line in the US, targeting high-performance displays for the defense, automotive and medical industries.

JDI did not disclose much else, beyond saying that in addition to the manufacturing hub, it will alsop build an advanced display R&D center in the US, together with OLEDWorks. JDI does seem to emphasize OLEDWorks' multi-stack architecture, which maybe means that this technology will be used in the upcoming production line.