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Wednesday 8 October 2025
TV panel prices to stay flat or edge down in 4Q25 on softer demand, production cuts
As the industry enters the fourth quarter of 2025, the traditional peak season for TV manufacturers is losing momentum. China's Singles' Day shopping festival stockpiling is winding down, and although Beijing has confirmed a new round of consumer subsidies, the long-standing incentive policy no longer delivers a strong demand stimulus. The earlier front-loading of purchases has capped growth potential for ultra-large TVs.
Wednesday 8 October 2025
IT panel shipments to fall in 4Q25, prices to edge lower as demand cools
As the industry enters the fourth quarter of 2025, IT panels are moving into their traditional off-season. With inventory buildup largely completed, demand momentum is fading, and shipments of both LCD monitor and notebook panels are expected to decline from the third quarter of 2025, though panel makers are actively cutting production to keep supply and demand in check. Market forecasts suggest IT panel prices may see a slight decline in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Tuesday 7 October 2025
Samsung Display to lead exclusive OLED supply for foldable iPhone in 2026
Apple is set to launch a 7.6-inch folding iPhone in 2026, with Samsung Display (SDC) expected to be the exclusive supplier of its OLED panels, capturing about 40% of Samsung's total foldable panel shipments.
Friday 3 October 2025
TPSA completes leadership reshuffle, sets stage to drive next-gen low-carbon display innovations
The Taiwan Panel & Solution Association (TPSA) completed its 12th-term board elections and announced a leadership transition on October 2. Former vice chairman and AU Optronics (AUO) Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Wei-lung Liau succeeded as chairman, while E Ink Holdings Chairman Johnson Lee assumed the vice chairman role. Innolux Chairman and CEO Jim Hung transitioned from chairman to executive supervisor.
Friday 3 October 2025
Apple and China back BOE in expanding OLED production
Amid its legal battle with Samsung Display (SDC), BOE appears unaffected and is taking a more aggressive stance in the OLED market with the support of the Chinese government and Apple. According to Korean media outlet Digital Daily, BOE is building an 8.6-generation AMOLED production line in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, with a total investment of about CNY63 billion (US$8.8 billion), planning to achieve a monthly panel capacity of 32,000 sheets (based on 2290×2620mm) through the construction of Phase 1 to Phase 2.
Wednesday 1 October 2025
Sharp to decide on providing large-sized LCD technology to Indian companies in 2025
Sharp plans to decide on transferring large-size LCD panel technology to India by the end of 2025, CEO Masahiro Okitsu said, signaling potential expansion of the country's display manufacturing capabilities.
Tuesday 30 September 2025
LCD TV panel prices hold steady as China cuts production, rebound expected in Q1 2026
Prices for LCD TV panels stabilized in the third quarter, following months of decline, and remained flat across all sizes in August and September. As the industry moves into the fourth quarter, demand for LCD TV panels is expected to soften. However, Chinese producers are set to scale back output during the National Day holiday. Industry executives anticipate that supply and demand will remain balanced through year-end, limiting price swings; however, a rebound in the first quarter of 2026 cannot be ruled out.
Wednesday 24 September 2025
Giantplus lifts 4Q25 on auto display demand, wins big medical deal for 2026
Giantplus Technology, a mid- to small-sized panel maker in Taiwan, expects stronger performance in the fourth quarter of 2025 on the back of rising automotive display orders, particularly from customers in Europe and Japan. The company said fourth-quarter results should outpace those of the third quarter as automakers place larger orders.
Tuesday 23 September 2025
Tianma partners with Oppo for eye-friendly smartphones
Chinese panel manufacturer Tianma has introduced a new high-end OLED technology brand called "Tiangong Screen," which will debut globally on Oppo's next-generation flagship Find X9 series. The two companies have also signed an agreement to establish a joint laboratory, elevating their collaboration to the next level.
Tuesday 23 September 2025
Commentary: China’s display push challenges Taiwan’s panel makers
Over a decade ago, China's IT industry still heavily relied on imported chips and displays, but as of today, influenced by China-US geopolitical tensions, while the chips still depend on imports, the issue of the panel has effectively disappeared.
Monday 22 September 2025
Samsung Display bets on OLED to accelerate smart cockpit transformation
As AI and autonomous driving technologies transform automotive displays from simple information output devices into central hubs for human-vehicle interaction, Samsung Display Co. (SDC) is seizing opportunities in enhanced automobile cockpits, emphasizing the advantages of OLED technology in terms of power consumption, image quality, form factor, and reliability.
Monday 22 September 2025
LG Display set to dominate Apple Watch OLED supply as JDI exits business
Japan Display (JDI) and LG Display (LGD) have previously jointly supplied OLED panels for the Apple Watch, yet with JDI now set to withdraw from this segment, LGD is poised to become the sole supplier, and industry experts believe LGD will see a surge in OLED panel shipments with the launch of the 2025 Apple Watch lineup.
Friday 19 September 2025
China mini LED surge prompts Samsung's first TV review in a decade
Samsung Electronics has reportedly launched a management review of its television business amid increasing pressure from Chinese companies in the global TV market. The move aims to reassess Samsung's existing TV business structure and the competitiveness of its new ventures, to adjust its business organization and product portfolio accordingly.
Thursday 18 September 2025
Samsung chair inspects OLED plant as Apple competition heats up
Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Jae-yong made a high-profile visit to Samsung Display's (SDC) Asan complex in South Korea, signaling the company's push to stay ahead in the intensifying OLED race. The site is developing an 8.6-generation OLED production line for IT devices, with mass production slated for 2026 to serve Apple and other international customers.
Thursday 18 September 2025
BOE loses ground to LGD as Apple reconfigures OLED supply chain

The global market for small-sized OLED displays is on a path of steady expansion through the end of the decade, fueled primarily by the rising demand from smartphones, particularly Apple's iPhone lineup. However, with demand expected to outpace supply, analysts are warning of a potential OLED panel shortage as early as 2028.

Wednesday 17 September 2025
AUO GPS 2025 focuses on tech innovation, supply chain transformation, sustainability
Taiwanese optoelectronics specialist AUO held its Global Partner Summit (GPS) 2025 under the theme "Together, Unlimited Possibilities" on September 12. The event brought together 116 companies and more than 300 supply chain partners from North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. Through sharing strategies and achievements in technology and value innovation, AUO and its partners explored ways to create value and advance sustainable development.
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Apple taps BOE for iPhone 17 Pro displays, disrupting Samsung-LG duopoly
Apple has reshaped its display supply chain with the launch of the iPhone 17, adding BOE Technology to the Pro model supplier lineup for the first time. This long-anticipated move highlights Apple's push to diversify its suppliers and could prompt South Korean rivals Samsung Display (SDC) and LG Display (LGD) to refine their strategies.
Tuesday 16 September 2025
TCL CSOT unveils landmark investment plan to build world's first 8.6G inkjet-printed OLED line
Chinese display panel manufacturer TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (TCL CSOT) has announced plans to invest CNY29.5 billion (approximately US$4.14 billion) to build the world's first 8.6-generation OLED production line using inkjet printing technology in Guangzhou.
Tuesday 16 September 2025
Chinese OLED panel makers ramp up investments in 8.6G lines, boosting equipment demand
Chinese display manufacturers are significantly increasing investments in 8.6G OLED panels for IT applications. These investments, set to accelerate from the second half of 2025 through 2026, are expected to revitalize related upstream equipment industries. Major Chinese firms such as BOE, Visionox Technology, and TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (TCL CSOT) are preparing new production lines designed for medium to large-sized IT panels, including notebooks and tablets. These expansions signal higher demand for sophisticated equipment, benefiting Korean suppliers like Sunic System.
Monday 15 September 2025
Adani pivots to LCD fab talks with Sharp, Panasonic after chip setback
The Adani Group is reportedly in discussions with Japan's Sharp Corporation and Panasonic to establish a joint LCD fabrication plant in India, marking a strategic pivot after its proposed semiconductor wafer fab in Maharashtra was paused. According to Economic Times sources, the talks have gained momentum, particularly following Prime Minister Modi's recent visit to Japan, which emphasized strategic industrial collaboration between the two nations.
Friday 12 September 2025
South Korean panel makers aims to regain lead with dual-layer tandem OLED
South Korea's display industry has strengthened its global position by advancing dual-layer tandem OLED technology, overcoming years of competition from low-cost Chinese LCD panels. This innovation enhances brightness, lifespan, and performance, allowing South Korean firms to expand their footprint in IT and automotive applications.
Friday 12 September 2025
TV brand vendors boost short-term panel demand
After order adjustments in the second quarter of 2024, inventory levels among LCD TV brand vendors have declined. At the same time, panel prices remain at low points, further encouraging brand vendors to increase their procurement efforts.
Wednesday 10 September 2025
Global demand for 100-inch class TVs surges due to favorable timing and conditions
The global market for ultra-large-sized TVs continues to grow, with leading brands such as Samsung Electronics, TCL, and Hisense all launching massive 115 or 116-inch screens in 2025. Even with low visibility overall in the TV market, consumer attention has been drawn toward the rapid emergence of giant screens.
Tuesday 9 September 2025
BOE reportedly to supply iPhone 17 Pro OLED panels at US$40 each
According to UBI Research, BOE will supply OLED panels for Apple's iPhone 17 Pro. This marks BOE's first time providing LTPO OLEDs to Apple and highlights the growing influence of Chinese panel manufacturers in the smartphone OLED market, posing a greater challenge to South Korean suppliers.
Monday 8 September 2025
Samsung solidifies lead as Apple's top display supplier

Samsung Display (SDC), LG Display (LGD), and China's BOE are expected to maintain their positions in Apple's iPhone panel supply chain through 2025 and 2026, according to industry forecasts. Samsung, in particular, is poised to expand its portfolio as Apple prepares to mass-produce its first foldable iPhone.