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LG Drops the Metal Mask: FLiPP Promises Brighter, Longer-Lasting OLED at Any Size
LG has unveiled a new OLED manufacturing technique called FLiPP (FMM-less Innovative Pixel Patterning), which eliminates the need for metal masks. This new process promises 1.6 times the brightness and 2.4 times the lifespan of current OLED panels, with a 13 percent reduction in power consumption. LG plans to implement FLiPP in tablets and monitors first, with potential applications ranging from 1-inch wearable devices to ultra-large televisions.
In a year defined by price increases, one spec of Lenovo's latest gaming laptop could suggest cheaper rigs to come
Lenovo's latest gaming laptop, the Legion R9000P, features the world's first Inkjet-Printed OLED display, a technology that could lead to lower gaming laptop prices. This manufacturing process is significantly cheaper than traditional methods, potentially reducing OLED panel costs by 30-35%.
Sit down, relax, and see how a magnetic keyboard switch is made with Wooting's CEO
Wooting CEO Calder details the manufacturing process for Hall effect keyboard switches, similar to the 'How It's Made' TV show. The process involves plastic injection molding for components, switch assembly with lubrication, magnet insertion for Hall effect functionality, and rigorous testing of gram force and magnetic field strength. The article notes that unused plastic material is not recycled to ensure optimal mechanical properties for the switches, which are then sold individually or bundled with the Wooting 60HE v2 keyboard.
