Flexible electronics

Synaptics OLED Touchscreen Controllers Deliver Flagship Performance, Low Power Consumption

Electronics, Technology, Electromagnetism, Synaptics, Smartphones, Emerging technologies, Display technology, Flexible electronics, OLED, Touchscreen, Smartphone

Synaptics S3908/09 touch controllers leverage the companys deep expertise in touch and enable smartphone OEMs and display manufacturers to support thin flexible OLED displays for improved industrial designs.

Key Points: 
  • Synaptics S3908/09 touch controllers leverage the companys deep expertise in touch and enable smartphone OEMs and display manufacturers to support thin flexible OLED displays for improved industrial designs.
  • Synaptics' S3908/S3909 touchscreen controllers are specialized for on-cell displays.
  • The S3908/S3909 resolves the noise issues and delivers superior performance with the lowest power draw in the market.
  • Synaptics, and the Synaptics logo are trademarks of Synaptics in the United States and/or other countries.

VIZIO's 2020 SmartCast TV Lineup Advances Picture Quality Leadership with More Quantum Color Models and First OLED TV

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Sunday, January 5, 2020
Electronics, Technology, Electromagnetism, Consumer electronics, Display technology, Emerging technologies, Vizio, Flexible electronics, OLED, Consumer Electronics Show, 4K resolution, Television

From the accessible 40-inch V-Series to a massive all-new 85-inch P-Series Quantum X, the 2020 SmartCast TV lineup is VIZIO's highest performing and widest range ever.

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  • From the accessible 40-inch V-Series to a massive all-new 85-inch P-Series Quantum X, the 2020 SmartCast TV lineup is VIZIO's highest performing and widest range ever.
  • Plus, utilizing the new processing power to optimize the strengths of OLED picture quality proves that VIZIO's leadership in the TV industry has never been stronger."
  • In addition to upgrading the award-winning Quantum Color models, VIZIO is introducing its first-ever 4K OLED TVs in 55 and 65-inch sizes.
  • Pricing and availability for the 2020 line-up of VIZIO SmartCast TVs will be available closer to launch.

Maxim to Demonstrate Wireless Battery Management Solution at CES 2020

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
Consumer electronics, Energy, Articles, Battery charging, Electromagnetism, Energy conversion, Battery management system, Flexible electronics, Battery pack, Electric battery, Consumer Electronics Show, BMS

For safe, efficient, and long-lasting operation, precise management of the voltages and temperatures of these battery cells is essential.

Key Points: 
  • For safe, efficient, and long-lasting operation, precise management of the voltages and temperatures of these battery cells is essential.
  • Keeping battery packs safe requires a fast and accurate battery management system (BMS).
  • The company is adding a wireless BMS solution to its portfolio, and CES 2020 attendees are invited to come and see it in action.
  • The CES demo compares a wired and wireless BMS solution based on an ISM-band radio.

Ultralife Corporation Receives Award for Its Legacy BA-5390 Military Batteries from Defense Logistics Agency

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Natural sciences, Chemical elements, Reducing agents, Ultralife Corporation, Flexible electronics, Manganese, Electric battery, Oh Wonder, Lithium, Rechargeable battery

Governments Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for its lithium manganese dioxide, non-rechargeable BA-5390 batteries.

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  • Governments Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for its lithium manganese dioxide, non-rechargeable BA-5390 batteries.
  • Ultralife has been a long-standing supplier to the U.S. military, and our BA-5390 battery is recognized for its long life, unsurpassed safety record and reliability under the toughest conditions.
  • Ultralife Corporation serves its markets with products and services ranging from power solutions to communications and electronics systems.
  • Through its engineering and collaborative approach to problem solving, Ultralife serves government, defense and commercial customers across the globe.

Jenax Dramatically Increases Battery Safety with Non-Flammable Liquid Electrolyte

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Battery types, Rechargeable batteries, Lithium-ion batteries, Flexible electronics, Electric battery, Solid-state battery, Lithium–air battery

BUSAN, South Korea, Dec. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jenax , inventor of ultra-flexible, thin lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, today announced a breakthrough in battery safety with non-flammable liquid electrolytes.

Key Points: 
  • BUSAN, South Korea, Dec. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jenax , inventor of ultra-flexible, thin lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, today announced a breakthrough in battery safety with non-flammable liquid electrolytes.
  • With this technology incorporated into its battery cells, Jenax can dramatically increase the safety of wearables and other products that come in close contact with people, including those in electric vehicles, while ensuring high battery performance.
  • They sacrifice efficiency and -- in the case of wearables -- comfort and usability, for safety," said EJ Shin, Director of Jenax.
  • Once the non-flammable liquid electrolyte is incorporated into Jenax batteries, the company will offer hardware designers and manufacturers the ability to use liquid- and/or gel polymer-based batteries.

eMagin Corporation Announces Significant Order, Strengthening Strategic Partnership with Major Defense Contractor

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Semiconductor, Consumer electronics, Defense, Technology, Nanotechnology, Audio, Video, Contracts, Electronics, Electronic engineering, Display technology, eMagin, Electromagnetism, Emerging technologies, Light-emitting diodes, Flexible electronics, OLED, John Sculley

eMagin Corporation, or the Company, (NYSE American:EMAN), a leader in the development, design and manufacture of Active Matrix OLED microdisplays for high resolution near-eye imaging products, today announced an order of approximately $5.6 million for displays from a major defense contractor.

Key Points: 
  • eMagin Corporation, or the Company, (NYSE American:EMAN), a leader in the development, design and manufacture of Active Matrix OLED microdisplays for high resolution near-eye imaging products, today announced an order of approximately $5.6 million for displays from a major defense contractor.
  • This order for OLED microdisplays further strengthens our strategic partnership with this major defense contractor and reflects our long-standing relationship supporting a broad spectrum of military and commercial programs, stated Andrew G. Sculley, CEO of eMagin.
  • Display deliveries under this purchase order will commence in the current quarter and are scheduled to continue through December 2020.
  • We are excited that this major defense contractor continues to use eMagin OLED microdisplays for currently fielded programs and for the ongoing collaboration between our development teams for programs of the future, Sculley added.

BioSolar Focused on Developing Breakthrough Battery Technologies for Electric Vehicles

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Battery types, Rechargeable batteries, Lithium-ion batteries, Flexible electronics, Electric battery, Lithium, Metal–air electrochemical cell, Electric vehicle battery

Leveraging the knowledge gained from its previous R&D efforts in battery design and manufacturing, BioSolar now intends to develop technologies capable of increasing the storage capacity, lowering the cost and extending the life of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

Key Points: 
  • Leveraging the knowledge gained from its previous R&D efforts in battery design and manufacturing, BioSolar now intends to develop technologies capable of increasing the storage capacity, lowering the cost and extending the life of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.
  • The Company is developing innovative technologies that will enable the use of inexpensive silicon as the anode material to create next generation high energy and high-power lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.
  • BioSolar is developing breakthrough technologies to increase the storage capacity, lower the cost and extend the life of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.
  • BioSolar is developing innovative technologies that will enable the use of inexpensive silicon as the anode material to create next generation high energy and high-power lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

LG OLED TV Black Friday Deals: Lowest Prices Of The Year On Best TVs Of The Year

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Electronics, Technology, Electromagnetism, Display technology, Flexible electronics, Light-emitting diodes, Organic electronics, OLED, LG Electronics

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --LG Electronics USA announced special limited-time holiday pricing on its critically-acclaimed 2019 LG OLED 4K TVs.

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  • ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --LG Electronics USA announced special limited-time holiday pricing on its critically-acclaimed 2019 LG OLED 4K TVs.
  • The 2019 Black Friday promotion features significant savings including the lowest price ever for an OLED TV now through Dec. 2 at LG-authorized retailers nationwide and at LG.com .
  • LG, the first to introduce transformative OLED technology to large screen TVs, offers the widest selection of models on the market.
  • Today, more than one million LG OLED TVs have been sold in the United States.

Jenax Announces Snack & Demo Sessions on Ultra-Flexible Batteries at CES 2020

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Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Flexible electronics, Rechargeable battery, Electric battery, Electromagnetism, Electrical engineering, Lithium-ion batteries

BUSAN, South Korea, Nov. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jenax , inventor of ultra-flexible, thin lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, announced a series of "Truly Flexible Power" Snack & Demos taking place at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, January 710.

Key Points: 
  • BUSAN, South Korea, Nov. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jenax , inventor of ultra-flexible, thin lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, announced a series of "Truly Flexible Power" Snack & Demos taking place at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, January 710.
  • Jenax will also show how its J.Flex battery is being applied in sports equipment and health wearables.
  • Jenax's Truly Flexible Power Snack & Demos will be held twice a day from January 710, 2020.
  • Attendees may also sign up for private meetings where Jenax will help brainstorm how J.Flex can solve their product challenges.

Licerion® Lithium Metal Cells Pass UN 38.3 Certification

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Battery types, Chemical elements, Lithium-ion batteries, Chemistry, Rechargeable batteries, Flexible electronics, Lithium battery, Electric battery, Lithium, Lithium–sulfur battery, Lithium polymer battery

To ship lithium metal and lithium-ion rechargeable cells globally, Sion Power's Licerion cells must meet safety requirements outlined under UN 38.3, which include altitude simulation, thermal cycling, vibration, mechanical shock, external short circuit, crush, and forced discharge tests.

Key Points: 
  • To ship lithium metal and lithium-ion rechargeable cells globally, Sion Power's Licerion cells must meet safety requirements outlined under UN 38.3, which include altitude simulation, thermal cycling, vibration, mechanical shock, external short circuit, crush, and forced discharge tests.
  • "We are already moving on to certify the Licerion 20 Ah cell, which will continue the safety validation of Sion Power's lithium metal technology."
  • Licerion is a product line of patented rechargeable lithium metal battery cells with a capacity of up to 20 Ah per battery cell.
  • Licerion is an advanced approach to lithium metal batteries containing twice the energy in the same size and weight battery as a traditional lithium-ion battery.