TCL CSOT’s Global Display Tech-ecosystem Conference proves the future of display is bigger than the screen

If you want to know where display technology is heading, and I mean really heading, not just another round of vanity specs, you go to Suzhou. That’s where TCL CSOT just wrapped its 2025 Global Display Tech-ecosystem Conference (DTC), an annual event that serves as both a crystal ball and a proving ground for the global display industry. Media, partners, and tech experts made the two-hour trek from Shanghai to catch a glimpse of what TCL CSOT has in store for your next TV, phone, car, and, in the not-too-distant future, whatever XR headset you strap to your face.

The theme this year? True Vision for a Bright Future. And to be fair, it didn’t feel like marketing spin. TCL CSOT has built a reputation on pushing boundaries while remembering who they’re for: actual people. That philosophy now lives under the APEX banner, which the company introduced in 2024 as their R&D North Star.

APEX: Not just another acronym

While all display companies talk about innovation, TCL CSOT’s APEX philosophy offers a refreshing focus. Rather than chasing nits for the sake of press releases, APEX centers around four pillars that impact everyday users: Amazing Display Experience, Protective of Eye Health, Eco-friendly to Build and Use, and Unlimited Imaginative Potential.

That last one, what TCL CSOT calls “Unlimited Imaginative Potential,” is really driving the conversation. At DTC, there were demos that moved display technology beyond what you see on your wall or in your pocket. We’re talking transparent panels, advanced automotive integration, and concepts that hint at the future of wearables. It’s the kind of stuff that makes OLED feel, well, old-school.

Beyond demos: a display Ecosystem

One of the most compelling parts of DTC was the cross-industry collaboration on display. TCL CSOT doesn’t simply build panels, they’ve built partnerships. Automotive, mobile, commercial — the entire stack is working towards a shared goal: smarter LCD, OLED and MLED displays that do more, use less power, and blend effortlessly into daily life. 

Ming-Jong Jou, Chief of the Technology Planning Center, TCL CSOT shared three major milestones marking TCL CSOT’s journey. First, they successfully moved IJP OLED from the lab into mass production, proving the technology can scale. Next, they built out a full product portfolio, from large to small displays, to meet a wide range of market needs. And this year, the big achievement the commencement of construction of the world’s first 8.6-generation IJP OLED production line, referred to as “t8”, showcasing technological capabilities and market potential in the high-generation AMOLED sector.

IJP OLED is quietly making a big case for itself. This next-gen panel brings serious performance gains and delivers greater efficiency, all while keeping costs down — exactly what we’ve come to expect from TCL CSOT.

For starters, vacuum processing has been dialed back (the traditional but pricey method for OLED production). Simplifying manufacturing brought costs down without sacrificing quality. On-screen results speak for themselves thanks to a Real Stripe RGB pixel structure. Text is razor-sharp, colors pop off the screen, and you get a wider color gamut with lightning-fast response times. The display is clean and vibrant, excellent for editing photos or just watching HDR content.

Efficiency is where IJP OLED also pulls ahead. By precisely printing the OLED material, the light-emitting area gets a boost (up to 50-60%), which means more brightness with less power draw. Even better, color saturation stays rock solid whether you’re cranking the brightness of dimming things down. Your eyes get a consistent, comfortable experience.

He also highlighted two major technical challenges overcome along the way: hitting high resolution targets and developing proprietary printing materials. Thanks to persistent iteration and deep R&D, TCL CSOT now has a scalable process that delivers outstanding image quality, energy efficiency, and better eye comfort.

Now, let’s take a look at some of the standout IJP OLED products showcased at DTC. Among the standout innovations on the show floor were the World’s First Real Stripe RGB OLED MB Display (5.65’’) , reaching an impressive 390PPI pixel structure to mobile screens. Nearby, another World’s First Foldable & Portable Display (28″), featuring tri-fold design to laptop size and unfolds into an immersive workspace. And for gamers, TCL CSOT showcased its IJP OLED WQ 240Hz Gaming Display (16″), the first to combine inkjet-printed OLED technology with ultra-smooth high-refresh gaming performance.

And look, we’ve seen our fair share of futuristic tech that never ends up in the hands of consumers. But TCL CSOT has a proven track record of translating concepts to real-world usability at scale. Through their innovations or investment in LCD, OLED and MLED, TCL CSOT delivers an actual view into the near future of display. When they say “Eco-friendly to Build and Use” and “Protective of Eye Health,” it’s not just talk. They’re backing it up with real hardware.