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MetaOptics Ships Metalens-Integrated Smartphones and AI Smart Glasses for Customer Evaluation in Europe and Japan
MetaOptics has begun shipping evaluation units of its metalens-integrated 5G smartphone and AI smart glasses to prospective customers across Europe, Japan, and the Philippines. The recipients include consumer electronics brands, telecom operators, and original design manuf
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Tower Semiconductor and Marvell Ship Over Five Million Coherent Photonic ICs
Tower Semiconductor announced that, in partnership with Marvell Technology, it has shipped over five million coherent photonic integrated circuits (PICs) to Marvell’s global customers. The coherent PICs address bandwidth and efficiency demands of AI-driven data center interconn
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PicoJool Introduces 200G VCSELs and MicroVCSELs for AI Data Center Scale-Up
PicoJool has announced the introduction of 200G Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Lasers (VCSELs) and MicroVCSELs targeted at scale-up applications in AI data centers. The products feature bandwidth exceeding 37 GHz. Sampling of chip-level products is scheduled to begin in the next quarter, includ
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IEEE Study Introduces Hybrid Terahertz Oscillator Using Injection-Locked Waveguide Resonant Tunneling Diode and Dual-Wavelength Brillouin Laser
Researchers have presented a hybrid architecture that combines a low-noise dual-wavelength Brillouin laser with resonant tunneling diodes to generate high-power terahertz outputs with reduced phase noise. Terahertz oscillators that maintain low phase noise are required for applications in
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STMicroelectronics Introduces VD55G4 and VD65G4 Ultralow-Power Global-Shutter Image Sensors for Always-On Vision
STMicroelectronics has introduced the VD55G4 monochrome and VD65G4 RGB color global-shutter image sensors as the latest additions to its ST BrightSense portfolio. The sensors are now available to early adopters. The new sensors are designed for compact, battery-powered or energy-harvesting
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Vector Photonics Demonstrates PCSEL in First Outdoor Free Space Optical Communication Test Across Glasgow's River Clyde
Vector Photonics, a Scottish start-up developing photonic crystal surface emitting lasers (PCSEL) for secure communications, has conducted the first successful public demonstration of PCSEL technology for optical communication outside of a laboratory. On 31 March 2026, Vector Photonics&rsquo
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IIT Delhi Spinout DeepLase Raises ₹6 Crore Seed Funding Co-Led by Kavachh and Yali Capital
DeepLase Technologies, a startup incubated at IIT Delhi and focused on deep-tech photonics, has secured ₹6 crore in seed funding. The round was co-led by Mounttech Growth Fund – Kavachh and Yali Capital. The company develops advanced optical fiber platforms, high-performance fiber lase
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Nuvoton Starts Mass Production of 1.0 W Ultraviolet Laser Diode at 379 nm for Maskless Lithography
Nuvoton Technology Corporation Japan (NTCJ) announced on January 20, 2026, the commencement of mass production for its high-power ultraviolet semiconductor laser. The device operates at a wavelength of 379 nm and delivers an optical output of 1.0 W in continuous-wave mode. It is housed in a 9.0-m
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Vishay VEMD8083 3.2×2.0×0.6mm PIN Photodiode Targets Wearable Heart Rate and SpO2 Monitoring
Vishay Intertechnology has introduced the VEMD8083 high-speed silicon PIN photodiode in a 3.2 mm × 2.0 mm top-view surface-mount package with 0.6 mm profile. The VEMD8083 provides a radiant-sensitive area of 2.8 mm² and reverse light current of 11 µA at 525 nm, 14 µA
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New STMicroelectronics 5MP Image Sensors Enhance Industrial Automation, Security, and Retail Applications
STMicroelectronics has introduced four new 5MP CMOS image sensors—VD1943, VB1943, VD5943, and VB5943—under its ST BrightSense portfolio, targeting advanced vision applications in industrial automation, security, and smart retail. These sensors, designed for tasks such as machine and r
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Innovative Automotive LED Solutions by Edison Opto Shine at Electronica India 2025
At Electronica India 2025, Taiwan-based optoelectronics manufacturer Edison Opto showcased its innovative range of LED products for automotive and other applications. The company highlighted its professional neon lighting strips, designed for flexible automotive use. These seamless, dot-less stri
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Thermal Imaging Market Surpasses $7B in 2024, Fueled by Chinese Growth and Defense Demand
On August 28, 2025, Yole Group released its "Thermal Imaging & Sensing 2025", detailing that the thermal imaging and sensing market reached over $7 billion in revenue in 2024. The report highlights the significant role of Chinese manufacturers, who produced 60% of global thermal image sensors
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