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LG Display Beats the Industry to Mass-Producing Blue PHOLED
In a move that could finally complete the OLED trinity, LG Display has become the first company in the world to mass-produce blue phosphorescent OLED panels. The breakthrough is being hailed as the missing puzzle piece in the long-promised “dream OLED,” where red, green, and now blue light are all emitted through ultra-efficient phosphorescence.
LG Display unlocks blue PHOLED tech
Historically, blue OLEDs have been a nightmare for engineers. They burn out faster, drain more power, and are notoriously difficult to stabilize due to their high-energy, short-wavelength emissions. While red and green phosphorescent OLEDs have long been in commercial use, blue has stubbornly remained fluorescent, offering lower efficiency and higher power demands.
Now LG Display, in collaboration with Universal Display Corporation (UDC), has cracked the code. The company’s new hybrid Tandem OLED stack places a blue fluorescent emitter below a blue phosphorescent one. The result is a display that cuts power consumption by about 15 percent without sacrificing lifespan, achieving a rare balance of efficiency and stability that has eluded OLED researchers for years.
LG’s dual-stack approach is not just a technical workaround, it is a manufacturing-ready solution. The company has already verified its viability on real production lines and filed patents in both South Korea and the United States. A prototype will debut at SID Display Week 2025 in San Jose, with small and mid-size panels aimed at smartphones, tablets, and eventually AI PCs and AR/VR devices.
For years, insiders expected Samsung to win this race, with rumors swirling around a debut in the Galaxy Z Fold 7. But LG got there first, and this might be the OLED revolution that makes your next screen brighter, thinner, and far more efficient.
While LG Display breaks new ground in OLED science, its sibling company LG Electronics is quietly leaning on TCL to stay competitive. LG’s latest QNED evo TVs, aimed at reclaiming lost ground from Samsung and Hisense, are built using MiniLED panels manufactured by TCL, the very rival that’s rapidly expanding its global footprint. In fact, after LG sold its final LCD factory to TCL, much of its new panel supply is now sourced straight from China.
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Hisense Xiaomo E5Q TVs Bring Big Specs in Budget to the Fight Against TCL
TCL‘s arch-rival Hisense is taking a bold swing at the mid-range market with the new Xiaomo E5Q series. It features Mini LED technology, high refresh rates, and AI-powered smarts, all wrapped in a sleek, minimalist chassis that starts at just 2,199 yuan (around $305) in China.
Hisense Xiaomo E5Q TV Specifications
The series spans six sizes, from 50 inches to 100 inches. It equips the U+ Mini LED Pro display system, starting with 128 local dimming zones on the 50-inch model and scaling up to 608 zones on the 100-inch variant. It comes with dot-matrix backlighting and lens-based light focusing, allowing precise control over contrast and brightness. The panel supports HDR10, reaches up to 1200 nits peak brightness, and delivers full 4K HDR rendering.
These TVs support over 1 billion colors, cover 95–96% of the DCI-P3 color space, and maintain a color accuracy of ΔE≈1.2 for professional-grade fidelity.
The 100-inch variant sports a native 150Hz refresh rate and unlocks up to 300Hz in Game Mode through HDMI 2.1. It features MEMC motion smoothing and comes with a dedicated Game Control Center compatible with Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation consoles.
It runs on AI features powered by the DeepSeek large model, supporting real-time scene optimization, smart viewing modes, and curated educational and sports content. It comes with built-in voice control, offering seamless interactions with the smart UI.
The larger models feature a 2.1.2 channel Hi-Fi-grade audio system with a 25W subwoofer and 91W total output. It sports Hisense’s Hi-Sound Pro audio engine, which tunes sound based on scene context for immersive playback.
The smart interface runs on Android 11. It comes with up to 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. For connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, USB 3.0, dual HDMI 2.1 ports, and equips a smart 2×2 MIMO antenna system for improved wireless performance.
Pricing and Availability
The Hisense Xiaomo E5Q TV series is available in six size variants, with pricing that scales based on both screen size and features. The lineup starts at 2,199 yuan (~$305) for the 50-inch model and moves up through 55-inch (2,999 yuan, ~$415), 65-inch (3,799 yuan, ~$530), 75-inch (4,899 yuan, ~$685), and 85-inch (6,799 yuan, $950) configurations.
The top-tier 100-inch version is priced at 11,999 yuan ($1,675) and includes a bundled delivery and installation service.
In related news, LG Display becomes the first to mass-produce blue PHOLED panels, while TCL faces new competition as Samsung rolls out QEF1 QLED and Crystal 4K UHD smart TVs in India.
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TCL Faces Fresh Competition as Samsung Launches QEF1 QLED and Crystal 4K UHD Smart TVs in India
TCL‘s competitor Samsung has launched its 2025 smart TV lineup in India, introducing the QLED QEF1 and Crystal 4K UHD series, built for smarter living and deeper integration with connected homes. The new range is now available on Amazon, Flipkart, and Samsung.com, with features tailored for the country’s rapidly growing e-commerce audience.
Specifications
The Samsung QLED QEF1 series features the new Q4 AI Processor, which intelligently analyzes and optimizes visuals and audio in real-time. It comes in 43, 55, and 65-inch sizes and equips a Quantum Dot panel with 100% Color Volume certification, Quantum HDR, and 4K upscaling. The TV also sports software enhancements like Color Booster Pro for richer hues.
It comes with Samsung Vision AI, enabling features like AI Auto Game Mode, Motion Xcelerator for smoother gameplay, and Generative Wallpapers that transform the idle screen into interactive art. The audio setup includes a 20W speaker system with 3D surround sound. SmartThings support allows seamless control of compatible smart home devices.
The Samsung Crystal 4K UHD UE81, UE84, and UE86 models offer a more accessible alternative while retaining a strong feature set. These TVs come in 43, 50, 55, and 65-inch variants, and equip 4K displays with HDR, 4K upscaling, Adaptive Sound, and AI Energy Mode. Select models feature built-in voice assistants and SolarCell remotes.
Across both series, Samsung equips the latest One UI Tizen interface, offering a personalized screen experience, built-in Samsung TV Plus with 125+ free channels, and Knox security. The OS is backed with guaranteed upgrades for the next 7 years. Matter and HCA compatibility make these TVs ready for multi-brand smart ecosystems.
Pricing
Pricing starts at ₹31,490 for the Crystal series and ₹39,990 for the QEF1 QLED models, all available starting May 1, 2025.
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TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G Lands in Canada with E-Ink Style Display and AI Tools for Just $199
TCL is officially bringing its NXTPAPER display tech to North American smartphones, and it’s doing it with an ambitious 5G device priced at just $199 CAD. The new TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G, now available through major Canadian carriers, promises a more comfortable, paper-like viewing experience for your eyes, without cutting corners on performance or utility.
TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G Specifications
At the heart of the phone is TCL’s NXTPAPER 3.0 display technology, a solution engineered to reduce harmful blue light, minimize glare, and closely mimic the appearance of real paper, all while retaining full color and sharpness. New to this device is the NXTPAPER Key, a physical button that instantly switches the display into Max Ink Mode. It transforms the 6.8-inch FHD+ 120Hz screen into an e-reader-like canvas, complete with muted notifications and a grayscale UI aimed at extended reading or focused work sessions.
TCL says the 60 XE’s adaptive screen can intelligently adjust brightness and color temperature to match your environment, whether you’re reading under harsh sunlight or winding down in bed with night mode on. It also ships with an Eye Care Assistant that gently nudges you to take breaks, while Night Light Mode kicks in during low-light conditions to protect your eyes.
Under the hood, the phone packs 8GB of RAM (plus 8GB virtual RAM) and 256GB of storage, ensuring plenty of headroom for multitasking and offline reading. The 5010mAh battery provides up to two days of regular use or up to a week in reading mode, according to TCL. You also get a 50MP AI-powered triple camera system and a 32MP selfie shooter that’s more than capable for everyday shots.
TCL is also leaning into AI-driven productivity, equipping the device with tools like Text Assistant for translation and summarization, Writing Assistant for message drafts and emails, and Voice Memo, which records and transcribes spoken conversations in real-time, a feature aimed squarely at students, professionals, and content creators.
Now available across carriers including Bell, Rogers, Virgin Plus, and more, the TCL 60 XE NXTPAPER 5G brings the brand’s uniquely eye-friendly screen tech to a wider North American audience. U.S. availability is slated for later this year.