# Quantom Dot TVs The New LG 4K TV Uses Quantum Dot Technology For Better Color By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-12-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-4k-tv References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/lg-4k-uhd-quantum-dots/35263/) & [lg](http://www.lg.com/uk/press-release/quantum-dot-technology-to-join-lgs-4k-ultra-hd-tv-line-up-in-2015) LG's new 4K Ultra HD TV, which is set to be unveiled at CES 2015 in January, will make use of high-tech quantum dot technology which allows for brighter and more colorful viewing. Quantum dots are essentially semiconducting crystals that range from 2 to 10 nanometers in size. This TV features a film of quantum dots in front of the LCD backlight, allowing for improved picture color reproduction and overall brightness. The technology will help to boost LG's In-Plane Switching displays. The color reproduction rate is so good in these displays that they represent over a 30% improvement when compared with traditional LCD and LED TVs. The new LG 4K TV will be displayed at CES 2015 in Las Vegas from January 6-9. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Quantum Dot Technology:** LG's use of quantum dot technology in their new 4K TV provides brighter and more colorful viewing, opening opportunities for improved display technologies. - **Improved Color Reproduction:** The quantum dot film in front of the LCD backlight allows for enhanced picture color reproduction, creating potential for more vibrant and realistic visuals. - **Boost in Display Technology:** The use of quantum dots in LG's In-Plane Switching displays represents a significant improvement in color reproduction, offering disruptive innovation in the TV industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The integration of quantum dot technology in the new LG 4K TV presents opportunities for advancement and innovation in the consumer electronics industry. - **Display Technology:** The improved color reproduction and brightness of quantum dot technology opens doors for disruptive innovation in the display technology industry. - **Television Manufacturing:** The adoption of quantum dot technology by LG for their 4K TV suggests potential disruption and advancements in the television manufacturing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Upscaled Televisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oled-s95b.md) - [Micro Illumination TV Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-micro-rgb.md) - [High-Resolution Mini-LED TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qned90t.md) - [Precision Computer-Like Televisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-oled-m4.md) - [Optimized OLED TV Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-master-series-a95k.md) - [Intelligent 4K Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-4k-monitors.md) - [Ultra-Thin OLED TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-w6-wallpaper-tv.md) - [Hyper-Efficient OLED TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-qdoled-tv-lineup.md) - [Optimized Dimming Televisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-qm891g.md)