As analyzed in the Monthly Large-Area LCD and PDP Pricing Report, LCD TV panel (including open cell) prices have been falling since the beginning of this year. Continue Reading
Author Archives: David Hsieh
About David Hsieh
David is the Vice President, Greater China Market for DisplaySearch and is a noted expert in TFT LCD and LCD TV research and analysis throughout Asia.
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China’s Energy Efficiency Subsidy is Over; What Will Be the Impact?
The Chinese government developed several subsidy and stimulus policies over the past few years, such as “Home Appliance to the Country” (Dec 2007-Jan. 2013), “Swap Old for New TV” (Jun 2009-Dec 2011), and the latest Energy Efficiency Subsidy, starting in Sep 2011. Continue Reading
Chinese Panel Makers Post Higher Profit Margins than Taiwanese and Korean Makers
According to the latest financial results disclosed by BOE and ChinaStar, the Chinese panel makers moved from losses in 2012 to profitability in Q1’13. BOE’s Q1’13 revenues reached RMB 8,059 million ($1.3 Billion), with RMB 400 million ($64 million) operating margin and net profit margin of 5%. Continue Reading
2013 AMOLED Revenues to Pass $10B
According to the latest Quarterly Worldwide FPD Shipment and Forecast Report, AMOLED revenues are expected to pass $11.3B in 2013, up from $6.9B in 2012. Continue Reading
How Did Samsung Achieve Full HD in the Samsung Galaxy S4 AMOLED Display?
Samsung’s Galaxy S4 smartphone is causing excitement, due in part to its many innovative features and applications, such as Air Gesture, Smart Screen, Eye Scrolling, S Voice, Drama Shot, Dual Camera, Story Album, S Health, S Translator, and Group Play, but due also to its impressive specifications. Continue Reading
