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LCD Panel Values: 2H of April 2008
For those who purchase LCD panels, this set of information might be interesting. I took publicly available pricing information for LCD panels from Witsview and DisplaySearch, took the average, and then did some analysis on maximum value.
For the purpose of this blog post, maximum value is defined as dollar per megapixel ($/MP, lower is better). What this value shows is how many pixels you are getting for each dollar. Many might say that overall diagonal size is a much more important indicator and that might be true. But given the same size, I prefer a higher resolution LCD leading me to conclude that I value the number of pixels.
The value of pixels can be seen clearly in the trend toward 1080p in LCD TVs. Given the same size, say 42″, most consumers will desire a 1080p model compared to a 720p. The recent trend toward 1080p 32″ LCD TVs is another case in point.
Samsung T190, T220, T240, T260: Touch Of Color LCD Monitors
Samsung T190, T220, T240, T260
Sizes: 19″, 22″, 24″, 26″
Pixel Format:
- 19″: 1440 x 900
- 22″: 1680 x 1080
- 24″: 1920 x 1200
- 26″: 1920 x 1200
Contrast Ratio: 20,000:1 (dynamic)
Response Time: 2ms GTG (T190, T220), 5ms (T240, T260)
Input: HDMI (T240, T260)
Power Consumption: 0.3 watts at standby
Availability: Now (T190, T220), End of July 2008 (T240, T260)
Pricing: $259 (T190), $359 (T220), $499 (T240), $599 (T260)
Samsung announced on April 23, 2008 the launch of its Touch of Color (TOC) line of LCD monitors: T190, T220, T240, and T260. They have a minimalist design, a deep ruby red infusion, and a glossy piano-black finish.
Sharp AQUOS D44E Series
Sharp AQUOS D44E Series
Size: 26″ (LC-26D44E), 32″ (LC-32D44E), 37″ (LC-37D44E)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Pixel Format: 1366 x 768
Contrast Ratio: 10,000:1
Brightness: 470-500 cd/m2
Viewing Angle: 176/176
Response Time: 6ms
Input: HDMI (2), SCART (2), VGA
Pricing: LC-26D44 £499 (US$985), LC-32D44 £599 (US$1,182), LC-37D44 TBD
Availability: Now for LC-26D44 and LC-32D44. LC-37D44 to be available in the UK from July 2008
On April 9, 2008, Sharp introduced its AQUOS D44E Series LCD TVs. The D44E Series is aimed at consumers who want to upgrade to a LCD TV but is on a tighter budget.
Innolux to Manufacture more Vizio TVs
According to DigiTimes, Innolux Display is currently in talks with Amtran Technology to increase LCD TV production for Vizio. Amtran’s spokesperson Scottie Chiu should know as the company is the second largest shareholder of Vizio. Innolux has manufactured 26″ LCD TVs for Vizio and will most likely include other sizes in the future. There was some interesting bits in DigiTime’s piece as the report, according to Amtran’s Chiu, reported that Amtran and Innolux will be securing more orders from LCD manufacturers due to a shortage of LCD TV panels. In other words, Amtran and Innolux might be ready to book more LCD TV panels than they need. Why would they do this? To secure a steady stream of LCD TV panels for their OEM business to Vizio and others. Another reason is to put a cap on prices if forecasted to be increasing. This type of business activity is called double-booking and can impact the LCD panel market is a variety of ways. First off, double-booking can exacerbate a shortage situation by inflating the demand for panels. Second, by inflating demand with supply held fairly constant, the prices increase significantly. This in turn can impacts manufacturing and the final set prices at retail, potentially leading to a downturn in end consumer demand. A downturn in end consumer demand can cause some havoc for all companies in the LCD supply chain.
Source: DigiTimes
