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Paper-Thin Media Screens

The Japan Display Paper Power LCD Changes the Game

— November 8, 2012 — Tech
Japan Display has developed a new display technology that replaces the backlight in traditional LCDs. A liquid crystal layer is in between a rear reflective layer and the top "light control layer." Light reflected from the rear electrode is then passed through the liquid crystal layer, which then produces a monochrome image -- the top layer then adds in color. Basically, the end result is a paper-like quality lent to the LCD.

There are two versions of this 7.03-inch display. While the Light Control layer collects light, the reflection rate is not 100 percent. The first version, which is about 768 x 1024 pixels, has a reflection rate of 40 percent, which produces about 5 percent coverage of the NTSC color gamut. The second version, which is 576 x 1024 pixels, has a higher color purity and can cover 36 percent of the color gamut.

The paper-like LCD has a low power consumption of about 3mW when displaying still images. While the company is still working on the high-color gamut issue, the company says it is ready for mass production.
Trend Themes
1. Paper-thin Displays - The development of paper-thin displays that replace traditional LCD backlighting can lead to a new wave of thin and flexible electronics devices.
2. Reflective Display Technology - The emergence of reflective display technology offers new possibilities for low-power and energy-efficient electronic devices, especially in outdoor and mobile applications.
3. Advanced Liquid Crystals - The application of advanced liquid crystal materials in next-generation display technology can revolutionize the way we interact with visual information and data.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can leverage the paper-thin display technology to create new products that are thinner, lighter, and more flexible, with improved energy efficiency and performance.
2. Automotive - The integration of paper-thin displays in automotive interiors can provide a new level of visual and user experience for drivers and passengers, as well as enable new forms of communication and entertainment in connected cars.
3. Advertising and Marketing - The use of reflective display technology in digital signage and advertising can create new opportunities for engaging and interactive displays that can adapt to changing lighting conditions and environments.
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