Neowin News Feed for: Lcd

Apple readying oxide LCD MacBook Air for 2027 release amid delays in OLED MacBook Air plans

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:24:01 +0000

With reports of OLED MacBook Air getting delayed, Apple has allegedly started working on oxide LCD MacBook Air, an upgrade over amorphous silicon TFT LCD in current models. Read more...

iPhone SE 4 tipped to complete Apple's adoption of OLED technology across all iPhones

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:40:01 +0000

With the iPhone SE 4, slated to debut in 2025, Apple is expected to end the use of LCD in its iPhones and switch over to OLED displays. Read more...

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 may feature a downgraded cover display

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 13:54:02 +0000

It seems like Samsung would have a hard time justifying the alleged price hike of the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip6 because the latest report suggests that the phone may not feature an AMOLED cover display. Read more...

LG unveils new UltraGear gaming and UltraFine ergonomic monitors

Matthew Miller — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 05:24:02 +0000

LG has unveiled two new premium displays. The UltraGear 45GR95QE OLED gaming monitor and the UltraFine Display Ergo AI auto-adjusting monitor will be making their debut at IFA 2022 in Berlin. Read more...

Is there something odd with the iPad Pro's Mini-LED screen or are you watching it wrong?

Chandrakant Isi — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 11:16:01 +0000

The mini-LED display on Apple's latest iPad Pro has a weird blooming effect. Let's find out what's causing this undesired effect on a panel that was meant to compete with the OLED technology. Read more...

TrendForce says focus will be on OLED and large TVs in 2021

Paul Hill — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:46:01 +0000

The analyst firm TrendForce has stated that larger TVs and those with OLED panels will perform well this year due to several factors including demand for larger screens and increased LCD prices. Read more...

LG will unveil its first QNED TVs at CES 2021, featuring mini LED

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 10:56:01 +0000

LG has revealed that it will be showing off its first quantum nano-emitting diode (QNED) TVs at the upcoming CES. These TVs featuring mini LED technology and will be at the top of LG's LCD lineup. Read more...

Apple to reportedly launch an iPad Pro with a mini-LED backlit display in Q4 2020

Abhay V — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:24:01 +0000

Apple will reportedly be launching a new iPad Pro model with a mini-LED backlit LCD display. It has reportedly also got another supplier on board, leading to increased supply and recuded costs. Read more...

Apple may do away with LCD panels in its 2020 iPhones

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 16:16:01 +0000

A new report suggests that Apple may be preparing to ditch the LCD technology it has typically used for its iPhone's screen. All of the models released in 2020 will feature OLED panels instead. Read more...

New leaks suggest what two upcoming iPhone X models may look like

Sharath Ravishankar — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 18:36:01 +0000

Apple is rumored to release three variants of the iPhone X this fall. Dummy models of two of these - the larger, 6.5-inch iPhone X "Plus" and the lower-end model with an LCD screen - have been leaked. Read more...

Apple expected to order fewer iPhone devices in 2018

Paul Hill — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 13:44:01 +0000

Apple has ordered 20 million fewer iPhone models this year, down from 100 million orders last year. The move comes as the smartphone market sees shrinking sales thanks to more powerful hardware. Read more...

Apple's 2019 iPhones could ship with high-end OLED panels

Paul Hill — Tue, 29 May 2018 13:50:01 +0000

Apple is looking to release three iPhone devices next year, all with OLED displays. It could see Apple complete its shift away from LCD to OLED across its then-to-be current generation of smartphones. Read more...

Samsung announced Q4 and full year 2017 earnings

Paul Hill — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 08:24:01 +0000

Samsung has announced its Q4 and full year 2017 earnings. The company's profits were driven by its memory business but it also saw good sales for premium OLED displays and high-end smartphones. Read more...

Japan Display unveils new in-screen fingerprint scanner for LCDs

John Keefer — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 02:56:01 +0000

While the Synaptics sensor was a breakthrough in fingerprint scanning for OLED displays, JDI has come up with its own version for LCDs that is actually built into the substrate of the glass. Read more...

LG will compete with Samsung in the production of OLEDs for phones

Richard Tyr Blewitt — Thu, 18 May 2017 12:40:01 +0000

The bright colours of OLED will soon dominate our phones, as most upcoming phones are set to make the switch from LCD. LG has a big hill to climb in the competition to produce OLEDs against Samsung. Read more...

LG to supply LCD displays to Samsung in 'early second half' of 2017

Muhammad Zaid Tariq — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 17:46:01 +0000

LG Display's CEO has confirmed that the company will be providing LCD panels to its hometown rival, Samsung. The executive claims that supply will begin in the "early second half" of 2017. Read more...

AMOLED smartphone panels now selling at the same price as their LCD counterparts

Chris Dupres — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 14:52:01 +0000

Generally considered to be the nicer displays, AMOLED smartphone screens have now dropped in price enough that they are selling wholesale for roughly the same place as their LCD competition. Read more...

LG unveils its new 34-inch ultrawide Quad HD curved monitor

Andy Weir — Tue, 19 Aug 2014 15:24:12 +0000

LG has unveiled a new 34-inch curved ultrawide monitor, designed for Windows PCs and Macs, featuring a 21:9 aspect ratio with Quad HD (3440x1440px) resolution, and Thunderbolt 2 connectivity. Read more...

Sharp has created a new Free-Form LCD panel

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 20 Jun 2014 06:20:35 +0000

Sharp has created a new LCD display technology that will be able to be created in any shape required. The new panel, dubbed Free-Form, could be used in upcoming wearables and smart watches. Read more...

Member Reviews: LG 34UM95-P UltraWide 34-inch monitor

Steven Parker — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 13:05:12 +0000

It's that time again, when we showcase a review submitted by a member in our forums. This week mrk returns with a review of the enormous LG 34UM95-P UltraWide monitor, with WQHD resolution. Read more...

LCDSysInfo for GOverlay: A $32 LCD gadget for PC enthusiasts and tinkerers

Julio Franco — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 07:24:46 +0000

While the package is a little rough around the edges, the $32 you pay for the LCDSysInfo for GOverlay is a device with a lot of functionality, and a lot of potential for even more... Read more...

TshirtOS: the world's first internet-ready t-shirt

Paul Ferson — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:22:31 +0000

A company has brought forth the idea of an internet-ready t-shirt, complete with an LCD display, microphone and camera, but explains that it will only happen if there is enough demand. Read more...

Guide to smartphone hardware (4/7): Displays

Tim Schiesser — Sat, 26 May 2012 18:42:52 +0000

I've been a bit slack in continuing this guide, but I've finally gotten around to writing the fourth part of the guide, which goes over display technologies used in smartphones. Read more...

LCD makers to pay over $553 million for price fixing

John Callaham — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:12:34 +0000

Samsung, Sharp, Hitachi and other makers of LCD-based devices have reached a settlement with the US government on alleged price fixing for their products, with the companies paying over $553 million. Read more...

iPad 2 light leakage due to faulty LG panels

Byron Hinson — Sun, 08 May 2011 14:38:40 +0000

A number of iPad 2 users have been complaining of light leakage and yellow colors being displayed on their new hardware and it seems that faulty LG panels may have been to blame. According to... Read more...

Due to shortage, HTC forced to use LCDs in place of AMOLED displays

Benjamin Rubenstein — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:15:02 +0000

According to Android Community, HTC is taking drastic steps to keep up with the demand for their AMOLED equipped smartphones. Phones like the Nexus One, Desire, and Droid Incredible, all use the more vibrant and... Read more...

Super AMOLED pitted against LCD in direct sunlight

Tzvi Friedman — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:01:09 +0000

Samsung's Super AMOLED screen was supposed to be the savior of AMOLED screen technology. AMOLED (Active Matrix OLED) is a technology that takes the advantage of OLED over LCD, namely the power efficiency gained by not... Read more...

Microsoft's no-glasses 3D display

Benjamin Rubenstein — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:35:02 +0000

3D television may be on the rise, but let's be honest--no one really wants to put on a clunky pair of glasses whenever they sit down to vegg out. According to TechnologyReview, Microsoft's Applied Sciences... Read more...

Limiting colours could increase OLED power efficiency

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 01:36:57 +0000

A small research team over at the Simon Fraser University in British Columbia have been showing off their energy efficient OLED technology, which if used in future displays could decrease battery usage by up to... Read more...

Notebook benchmarking: Time to reevaluate the standards?

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:29:01 +0000

Pat Moorhead, VP of of Advanced Marketing at AMD, and avid blogger has posted a rather insightful entry that asks that very question. In his latest post he reveals the results of some recent testing... Read more...

What brightness level do you run on your notebook?

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:25:53 +0000

This poll is being conducted to gather data for an upcoming article. Please feel free to vote!... Read more...

Apple discontinues 20" Cinema Display

Brad Sams — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:47:55 +0000

It appears that Apple has discontinued its 20 inch Cinema Display and according to Mac Rumors the product has been given the EOL (end of life) tag. It is easy to assume that Apple... Read more...

Sanyo Buys LCDs from Sharp

Fri, 23 May 2008 17:39:36 +0000

Sanyo Electric announced on Friday that it has started buying liquid crystal display (LCD) panels from Sharp for use in its flat-screen TVs sold in North America. "We hope to expand our business by having... Read more...

Sony to Buy LCD TV Panels from Sharp

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 04:25:15 +0000

Japanese electronics maker Sony is planning to start buying liquid crystal display (LCD) panels from Sharp Corp to use in its TVs as early as April, a source close to the matter said today. Sony... Read more...