DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY NEWS ROUNDUP 12.05.19
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Panasonic to pull out of LCD panel production amid tough competition "Panasonic Corp. said Thursday it will withdraw from all production of liquid crystal display panels by 2021 amid fierce competition from Chinese, South Korean and other foreign rivals." via Kyodo News
Chinese Display Makers Scaling back LCD Output "Korean display producers are expected to take a breather as Chinese companies have begun to reduce their liquid crystal display (LCD) output to halt the relentless fall in LCD panel prices. However, they need to stay alert as Chinese companies are rapidly catching up with Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics in organic light emitting diodes (OLED) technology." via Business Korea
Sharp & NHK Develop Rollable 30-Inch 4Kp60 OLED Screen: 100 Grams and 0.5 mm Thick "Sharp and NHK have co-developed a new rollable 30-inch OLED display, with a design emphasis on keeping the screen thin and light. The prototype monitor will be showcased at a trade show in mid-November, but the company isn't yet talking about mass production." via Anand Tech
Chemist creates molecular 'merry-go-round' complex for future OLED displays "A RUDN University chemist has synthesized fluorescent compounds with "merry-go-round" molecules that can be used to create economical displays with organic LEDs (OLEDs) ... This molecular geometry may allow researchers to create more efficient OLED screens." via Phys.org
China calls for reducing tariffs for phase one trade deal with U.S. "China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) said Thursday that if China and the U.S. reach a phase one trade agreement, the tariffs should be reduced. Both sides are maintaining close communication, MOFCOM spokesperson Gao Feng told reporters." via CGTN