Blingle!, the premier outdoor lighting franchise, opened the first quarter of 2024 in a shining way, featuring positive momentum forward to keep franchisees poised for success. Its highlight to open the year was a shift in its franchise model, aimed to help franchisees manage their cashflow in a much more predictable manner. After hearing insight from franchisees on the support and options they wanted, Blingle! began a flat rate model. In this new model, royalties switched from a percentage of revenue to a flat monthly rate. Additionally, most of the franchisee services are now optional, ult ..read more

ams OSRAM and DOMINANT Opto Technologies, a leading Malaysian manufacturer of automotive LED solutions, have unveiled a collaborative partnership aimed at integrating ams OSRAM’s Open System Protocol (OSP) into DOMINANT Opto Technologies’ upcoming generation of intelligent RGB LEDs tailored for automotive ambient lighting. This partnership seeks to foster innovation by inviting even more collaborators and promoting technological compatibility in the automotive lighting sector. Introduced by ams OSRAM in 2023, the OSP is an open, license-free communication technology for connecting RGB LEDs ..read more

AUO has dedicated years to developing the ultimate Micro LED display technology, forging alliances with ecosystem partners to enable mass production through cross-domain integration and expediting the process from research and development to commercialization.  The company now partners with a Taiwan-based dream team as it develops further solutions for the diverse applications of Micro LED display technology in various fields. At Touch Taiwan 2024, with a focus on “Beyond Display AUO will showcase the various possibilities of Micro LED display technology applied to everyday life. From la ..read more

According to a new report, the "LED billboard market" was valued at $3,554.2 million in 2022, and is estimated to reach $9,795.2 million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2023 to 2032. The growth of the global LED billboard market is driven by factors such as shift toward digital advertising and surge in demand for real-time content. However, high costs and availability of alternatives restrict market growth. On the contrary, expansion opportunities in emerging markets and integration of smart technologies are expected to offer new opportunities in the coming years. By type, the full ..read more

Los Angeles-based Q-Pixel Inc., a micro-LED display startup, has achieved the highest resolution, active-matrix color display in the world. This display has 3K x 1.5K resolutions in a tiny screen ( ~ 1.1 cm x 0.6 cm) which is smaller than a fingernail. Q-Pixel's breakthrough display boasts a stunning 6800 pixels per inch (PPI), far surpassing current state-of-the-art displays, such as the Apple Vision Pro (~3380 PPI). Remarkably, Q-Pixel has fabricated their display entirely using microLED pixels, a highly sought-after technology which has been notoriously challenging to implement. Unlike m ..read more

Govee has recently unveiled its latest addition to the smart lighting world: the Govee Floor Lamp 2. This sleek and modern floor lamp builds upon the success of its predecessor, the Lyra model, by offering an array of upgraded features and Matter compatibility for seamless integration into your smart home. Drawing inspiration from the slender aesthetics of the previous Lyra models, the Floor Lamp 2 boasts a taller profile and improved design. It features more light beads and provides brighter illumination to effectively light up larger spaces. The entire 60-inch length of the lamp is adorne ..read more

Signify and SmartThings, Samsung’s global connected living platform, will expand their partnership to make it even easier for users to enjoy thrilling TV entertainment with surround lighting.   For over a year, viewers have been able to connect their compatible Samsung TV with their Philips Hue lights to create an immersive lighting experience for their home cinema.1 In spring 2024, the Philips Hue Sync TV app will be released in new countries, get a monthly subscription option, and be integrated with the SmartThings mobile app for even easier control. Together, Philips Hue and SmartThin ..read more

Researchers from several Universities in China developed a self-polarizing RGB device utilizing semipolar microLEDs and perovskite based films aimed at improving backlight applications. In standard LCD displays, the backlighting units emits non-polarized light, which then results in an almost 50% light loss as this light has to pass through a polarizer (this is part of the LCD light path). The newly developed high-performance device is designed to emit RGB polarized light which results in higher efficiency and no light-loss dueo to the LCD filter. Led by Associate Professor Tingzhu Wu, the ..read more

The Studios at WWE, a new 30,040-sq.-ft., state-of-the-art production facility in Stamford, CT, is designed to give both the WWE and external clients new opportunities for production in the New York Tri-State Area. Its five studios feature a cutting-edge virtual-production stage, built in collaboration with AbelCine and Meptik, and the latest-generation technology from Sony Electronics and Disguise. The five studios include a 5,000-sq.-ft. main studio, 1,500-sq-ft. Cyclorama studio, 1,500-sq.-ft. volumetric LED studio (to open later this spring), and two insert stages of around 600 sq. ft. e ..read more

The Hama Neon LED light strip is currently available for purchase in the EU. Designed for both indoor and outdoor use, it boasts an IP65 dust and water resistance rating. This 5-meter (~16-foot) long LED light strip is crafted from a flexible material, allowing you to create curved designs. The Hama RGB smart light offers extensive customization through the Hama Smart Home app. You have the freedom to divide the strip into segments, adjusting colors and effects for each area. With a palette of 16 million shades and effects, you can choose from options like a gentle color flow or dynamic flas ..read more