TCL C7L for Europe and TCL QM7L for the U.S. join the TCL SQD-Mini LED lineup

With the launch of the TCL C8L TVs for Europe and its corresponding series in the U.S. – the TCL QM8L, the brand is pushing further into the SQD-Mini LED market, offering a more affordable flagship-class TV experience and performance. TCL’s SQD‑Mini LED system, which transforms traditional local dimming into highly precise, tightly controlled lighting zones, powers the C7L / QM7L series. Compared…

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Titan Army U255L is launched in Japan with a 620Hz Ultra Fast TN panel

Titan Army U255L is a new ultra-fast gaming monitor that has just been launched in Japan. At the core of the U255L is an Ultra Fast TN panel capable of reaching a maximum refresh rate of 620Hz through DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1. Titan Army pairs this with its proprietary DyDs TECH 2.0 system, a black‑frame‑insertion–based motion‑enhancement technology that boosts perceived motion resolution beyond…

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2026 TCL X11L SQD-Mini LED TVs for Europe go official

The 2026 TCL X11L SQD-Mini LED series comprises the brand’s flagship TVs for this model year. It debuted at CES 2026 and back then it became available for pre-order in the U.S. However, TCL was ready for European launch only this past weekend. Available in 75, 85, and 98 inches, the X11L family introduces a next‑generation Mini LED architecture built around TCL’s SQD (Super Quantum Dot)…

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TCL C8L for Europe and TCL QM8L for the U.S. are unveiled as the new pinnacle in SQD‑Mini LED technology

The 2026 TCL SQD-Mini LED lineup has been expanded with the addition of the TCL C8L TVs for Europe and its corresponding series in the U.S. – the TCL QM8L. At the core of the C8L / QM8L series is TCL’s SQD‑Mini LED architecture, which replaces traditional local dimming with thousands of Precise Dimming Zones. Compared to the X11L series, the C8L / QM8L offers a lower count of local dimming zones…

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China’s AI chip demand drives advanced foundry growth amid geopolitical split

Under a push to localize capacity, China’s leading domestic foundries are well-positioned to leverage their home market and policy advantages to replicate TSMC’s growth trajectory. This momentum is fueled by a virtuous cycle of massive orders supporting substantial R&D and capital expenditure, which is accelerating domestic substitution toward advanced process nodes.

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Taiwan scientists rethink lithium-ion batteries, eye high-power EV applications

In a breakthrough that could redefine electric vehicle (EV) battery technology, a research team led by Professor Yu-Sheng Su at the International College of Semiconductor Technology, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU), has developed a lithium-titanate (LTO) battery design that increases capacity by 167% while offering greater safety than conventional automotive lithium-ion batteries.

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China GPU maker Biren triples revenue on AI data center demand

Biren Technology reported 2025 revenue of CNY1.04 billion (approx. US$150.47 million), up 207.2% year-over-year, supported by demand from domestic data centers and AI enterprise customers. Gross margin rose to 53.8%, up 0.63pp. The company’s BR10X general-purpose GPU remained the main revenue contributor, while its next-generation BR20X is set for launch in 2026.

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