BEIJING, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Appotronics announces that its next-generation projection mapping platform, AIMapper, has been named a ProjectorCentral InfoComm Best of Show Award winner at InfoComm 2026, recognizing its innovation in redefining how immersive projection experiences are designed, deployed, and generated.

Presented during InfoComm 2026, the award is one of the most recognized editorial honors in the professional projection industry. Organized by ProjectorCentral, a leading global authority on projection technology, the Best of Show Awards highlight standout innovations among new products showcased at InfoComm—the largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America.

Each year, the awards are selected by experienced industry editors and analysts who evaluate technologies based on innovation, real-world usability, workflow improvement, and overall impact on the professional AV ecosystem.

Rethinking Projection Mapping from the Ground Up

Projection mapping has traditionally been a highly complex, multi-stage process requiring separate tools for 3D scanning, modeling, projector calibration, edge blending, and content adaptation—often involving manual setup and highly experienced engineers.

AIMapper fundamentally redefines this workflow.

Unlike conventional systems that focus solely on reconstructing physical geometry, AIMapper introduces a projection-aware approach that simultaneously understands both the physical environment and the projector's real-world position.

By projecting structured patterns and capturing real-world scenes through cameras or mobile devices, AIMapper automatically reconstructs a high-fidelity 3D model of the environment, including fine surface detail, spatial depth, and projection geometry.

This enables the system to move beyond static 3D reconstruction toward a spatially intelligent projection model that understands how light interacts with real-world surfaces.

Sub-Pixel Precision and Fully Automated Alignment

At the core of AIMapper is its sub-pixel auto alignment and edge blending engine, enabling highly accurate multi-projector deployment.

The system automatically calculates projector relationships and blending zones based on real spatial data, achieving alignment accuracy at a level where visual seams are no longer perceptible to the human eye.

What traditionally requires hours of manual calibration and iterative adjustment can now be completed automatically in minutes, significantly reducing deployment complexity and on-site engineering effort.

AIMapper also supports seamless blending across complex 3D and irregular surfaces, including curved structures, domes, architectural facades, and immersive installations.

From Scene Capture to AI-Generated Projection Content

AIMapper integrates the entire projection workflow into a unified pipeline:

Scene Capture → 3D Reconstruction → Projector Alignment → AI Content Generation → Real-Time Projection

Once the environment is scanned, the system automatically builds a projection-aware 3D model. Users can then select a desired viewing perspective and simply enter a natural language prompt describing the creative intent.

By providing AI with a comprehensive understanding of the physical environment, projector positions, spatial geometry, and intended viewing perspective, AIMapper generates images and videos that are contextually relevant, visually engaging, and precisely adapted to real-world projection spaces.

This replaces time-consuming manual alignment, blending, and content adjustment with an automated workflow, enabling a true "what you see is what you project" experience.

Unlike traditional generative AI tools designed for flat screens, AIMapper generates content specifically for physical projection environments, ensuring geometry, depth, and perspective consistency in real-world installations.

End-to-End Automation for Scalable Deployment

By integrating modeling, calibration, blending, and content generation into a single system, AIMapper significantly reduces the complexity of immersive projection projects.

What previously required multiple software tools, specialized workflows, and extended deployment cycles can now be completed in a fraction of the time.

This end-to-end automation enables:

• Faster project delivery cycles
• Reduced reliance on expert-level calibration engineers
• Lower content iteration and production costs

As a result, projection mapping becomes more accessible, repeatable, and scalable across industries.

Expanding Applications Across Immersive Industries

AIMapper is designed for a wide range of professional applications, including:

• Museums and science exhibitions
• Immersive entertainment environments
• Dome and curved surface installations
• Retail and experiential marketing spaces

Its ability to adapt to complex geometries and varied projection environments enables creators and integrators to deliver immersive experiences with greater efficiency and consistency.

Executive Statement

"We are honored that AIMapper has been recognized with the ProjectorCentral InfoComm Best of Show Award at InfoComm 2026," said Ken Huang, Software Director at Appotronics."This recognition validates our vision of redefining projection mapping through spatial intelligence. AIMapper combines automated 3D reconstruction, projector-aware modeling, sub-pixel alignment, and AI-driven content generation into a single unified workflow. Our goal is to remove technical barriers so creators can focus on visual experience and storytelling."

Industry Recognition

Commenting on AIMapper's selection as a ProjectorCentral InfoComm Best of Show Award winner, Jeremy Glowacki, Editor in Chief of ProjectorCentral, said: "Appotronics AIMapper was selected as a ProjectorCentral InfoComm Best of Show Award winner because of its true innovation in simplifying, scaling, and innovating the process of projection mapping, which is currently one of the most essential and exciting applications of projector technology."

About Appotronics

Appotronics Corporation Ltd. (SSE: 688007) is the inventor of ALPD® laser display technology and a leading innovator in laser display solutions. Leveraging proprietary expertise in optics, electronics, materials, and precision manufacturing, the company develops advanced display technologies and professional visual solutions for cinema, ProAV, education, cultural tourism, and immersive visual applications worldwide.

For more information, please visit: www.appotronicsglobal.com.

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Appotronics, a global leader in laser display technology, announced that its product has been honored with the 2026 ISE Best of Show Award in the AV Technology category. Selected and presented by Future's industry-leading publications (including Installation, AV Technology, TVBEurope, Digital Signage, Mix, Residential Systems, Sound & Video Contractor, Systems Contractor News and Tech & Learning.), this award recognizes Appotronics' groundbreaking innovation in professional visual solutions—solidifying the company's position as a pioneer in global laser technology alongside industry giants such as Bosch, Samsung, JBL Professional and HP, Inc., which have also earned this prestigious recognition for their outstanding contributions to AV integration and video conferencing technology.

Award-Winning Innovation: The Game-Changing Advantages of Appotronics' Professional Display

The ISE Best of Show Awards are among the most prestigious honors in the global AV industry, with winners selected for their ability to drive innovation and solve critical challenges for professionals. Evaluating hundreds of products by focusing on three core criteria: technical advancement, user-centric design, and market relevance.

Appotronics' recognized product stood out for its stunning performances. Designed to address longstanding industry pain points across professional applications, it embodies the company's commitment to merging cutting-edge laser technology with real-world professional needs.

About Appotronics

Appotronics Corporation Limited (Stock Code: 688007.SH) is the originator and global leader of ALPD® laser display technology, holding an extensive portfolio of core patents worldwide. The company delivers cutting-edge visual solutions across ProAV, consumer electronics, and automotive applications. For more information, please visit: http://appotronicsglobal.com/.

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Ma Chunli
machunli@appotronics.com 

Held from January 20 to 22 in San Francisco, SPIE Photonics West is the premier global event for lasers, biomedical optics, optoelectronics, and vision technologies, attracting approximately 24,000 industry participants. This prototype reveal follows Appotronics' initial international presentation of the laser+LCOS concept two months prior at the Laser Illuminated Projector Association (LIPA) 2025 annual general meeting in New York.

A Technological Leap: Harnessing Laser's Innate Advantages

Unlike LED-based systems, the laser+LCOS route capitalizes on the laser's natural polarization and exceptional collimation. This fundamental advantage eliminates the need for inefficient polarization conversion optics and enables a drastically compact optical engine architecture. This breakthrough paves the way for AR displays that are significantly brighter, more power-efficient, and compact enough for practical, all-day wearability.

Chen Menghao, General Manager of the Appotronics Innovation Center, emphasized the strategic significance of this prototype. "We firmly believe laser is the path forward for AR, and this prototype marks a vital starting point on the long journey toward making it—the ultimate light source for glasses—a commercial reality," he stated. While acknowledging that the current prototype product definitely represents an intermediary stage in the evolution, he outlined the company's progressive strategy for AR business unit: first establishing the market with manufacturable LED-based binocular modules, then transitioning clients to the superior laser solution.

Collaborative Ecosystem and Competitive Edge

Chen stressed that realizing the full potential of laser AR requires broad industry collaboration, involving LCOS panel and MEMS developers. In this spirit, Appotronics has recently joined the Laser Display for AR Working Group, an industry consortium dedicated to fostering technical standards and accelerating the adoption of laser technology in AR.

He attributed Appotronics' potential lead in this field to its core competencies. "Our unique expertise in laser miniaturization, combined with supply chain strengths and client-driven customization, may give us a two-year lead over competitors," Chen added.

Performance Potential: Doubling Efficiency and Beyond

Compared to Appotronics' current Dragonfly series products (which were unveiled at CES 2026 just two weeks ago, are also on display here at Photonics West, and represent the company's latest commercially available optical engine solutions), the laser+LCOS engine prototype demonstrates profound potential across key metrics:

• Double the system optical efficiency.
• Superior brightness.
• A significantly wider color gamut.
• Reduced energy consumption and lower overall thermal load, longer battery life and comfort.

Addressing Core Challenges: Speckle Reduction and Thermal Management

Implementing lasers in AR necessitates overcoming hurdles like speckle noise and thermal management. Appotronics detailed its solutions in two technical papers presented at SPIE.

The paper titled "System-level optimized high-efficiency compact RGB laser LCoS AR light engine" describes an ultra-compact (~1.4 cc) engine featuring a front-illumination, PBS-free design for miniaturization. A key innovation is a Laser Speckle Reducer module that successfully lowers speckle contrast from ~35% to ~13%, achieving 8 lm/W efficiency. The study also identifies the precise thermal management required to stabilize the wavelength of red laser diodes as a primary focus for ongoing development.

Future Roadmap and Parallel Innovation

Chen noted that mass production of the laser+LCOS engine could be achieved in approximately one year, contingent on further refinement of speckle reduction and clear market demand from clients.

In parallel, Appotronics is advancing another technological pathway. A second paper, "High-resolution Lissajous scanning light engine with wide field of view for AR glasses," proposes a novel imaging method to overcome the resolution limitations of Lissajous-based Laser Beam Scanning (LBS). This research aims to enable high-definition displays with a field of view exceeding 60°, showcasing the company's broad expertise in next-generation AR display technologies.

To sustain its competitive edge, Appotronics is actively seeking to recruit globally-minded, top-tier engineering and research talent during the SPIE Photonics West event week.

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of the ALPD^® laser technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinemas, home entertainment, automobiles, AR glasses, health and personal care, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of people and businesses worldwide.

The trio of products – the Laser Hair Regrowth Cap, the Laser Hair Growth Band, and the Multi-Function Laser Beauty Device – incorporate the company's core laser expertise and transform professional-grade phototherapy into convenient, at-home routines with user-friendly designs.

The products aim to address an individual's two primary concerns: the physical well-being of their hair and skin, as well as their emotional well-being. Both of these areas can affect self-confidence and drive personal insecurities, says Chen Menghao, General Manager of the Appotronics Innovation Center.

"Millions around the world, across cultures, worry about their hair and their skin – but our products will ease their anxiety," said Chen, from the Appotronics booth in Las Vegas, located at The Venetian Expo.

Regarding the Laser Hair Regrowth Cap, for example, the product is ideally suited for customers who have lost significant hair, yet still have active follicles. Less suitable are people who have, unfortunately, lost the ability to grow hair. Chen's team of engineers has already conducted six months' worth of studies, experimenting on individuals and recording results of 3 to 5 millimeters of new hair regrowth.

The results have been so positive, says Chen, that CES 2026 was the perfect venue to unveil this product. The company now seeks new partners for all three products, then will present them for approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Only then will the products be eligible for market-release.

Core Technology: Precision Laser Engineering

The series is built on Appotronics' advanced 650nm low-level laser technology. This "golden wavelength" offers superior penetration (3-5mm) to effectively reach hair follicles and skin dermis. Key innovations include the Laser Speckle Effect, which focuses energy for enhanced cellular activation, and proprietary Light Homogenization Technology, ensuring uniform energy distribution for consistent, all-over results.

This represents a significant advantage over conventional solutions currently on the market.

Product Highlights:

Laser Hair Regrowth Cap: Unlike competitors with limited scalp coverage, this cap is designed for complete scalp coverage. This ultra-lightweight (165g) cap features 120 red lasers and a discreet split-body design, enabling 20-minute daily treatments seamlessly integrated under any hat. In fact, the laser technology is so strong, Appotronics restricts usage to 20 minutes per day.

Laser Hair Growth Band: Targeting specific areas like the hairline and wherever your hair parts, this 140g headband uses 40 red lasers for a precise 10-minute daily treatment. Its detachable, washable design offers a comfortable, hygienic and specialized care routine.

Multi-Function Laser Beauty Device: This device integrates 56 red lasers and full-spectrum LEDs, specializing in anti-inflammatory treatment and pigmentation reduction. It offers five professional modes for targeted care. Utilizing professional-grade red light phototherapy, it supports comprehensive treatment for both facial and full-body applications.

Transforming Professional Care into Daily Life

The series addresses hair thinning and skin concerns with non-invasive, therapeutic technology. By making deep-reaching laser therapy portable and easy to use, Appotronics empowers users to pursue effective wellness regimens at home, offering a convenient alternative to frequent clinic visits.

The positive response at CES 2026 even surpassed Appotronics expectations. Attendees consistently engaged with the demos, expressing particular interest in the products' efficacy, as well as their elegant, practical designs. "The strong level of interest and feedback has been a wonderful surprise," noted Chen. "It confirms an overall individual desire for effective, technology-driven home-care solutions."

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of the groundbreaking ALPD® laser technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinema projectors, home entertainment, automobiles, AR glasses, and now even health and beauty care, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of people and businesses worldwide.

Visit Appotronics at CES 2026

Running through Jan. 9^th, CES 2026 offers multiple opportunities to experience Appotronics innovations:

*To experience the Appotronics hair-regrowth and skincare products, visit Booth 54653 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.

*For the latest innovations in home-entertainment optics and projector products from Formovie – an Appotronics subsidiary – visit Booth 21120 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

*For automotive and AR optics products, contact the following person for an arranged visit and demonstration in either the LVCC Central Hall or at The Renaissance Hotel: Ma Chunli, machunli@appotronics.com

Leading this charge are two revolutionary optical engines based on a paradigm-shifting singular-engine binocular design: the ultra-miniaturized "Dragonfly G1 Mini" and the world's first full-color binocular display engine, the "Dragonfly C1." This innovative approach replaces the traditional dual-engine system, and is poised to accelerate the industry's shift toward truly wearable, affordable, and AI-powered smart glasses.

The newly unveiled Dragonfly G1 Mini sets a new benchmark for compactness. At a mere 0.2cc, it is significantly smaller than its predecessor Dragonfly G1 (0.35cc) just released in September while delivering a high contrast ratio of 1000:1. Meanwhile, the Dragonfly C1, at 0.4cc, breaks entirely new ground as the world's first RGB dual-split LCoS optical engine, enabling rich, full-color binocular AR display from a single, unified module.

This singular-engine binocular design eliminates the need for two separate optical engines, dramatically reducing overall system volume, weight, and complexity. For manufacturers, this translates directly to lower production costs, reduced power consumption, and greater design freedom to create sleeker, smarter glasses.

A Vision for the Future of Daily AR

"The Dragonfly C1 propels the entire industry into the chromatic, full-color era," said Chen Menghao, General Manager of the Appotronics Innovation Center, during live demonstrations. "By enabling high-quality binocular vision from one engine, we are removing a major barrier to compact, all-day wearability. This full-color canvas will allow AR glasses makers to integrate more sophisticated applications, finally delivering an immersive and useful experience that consumers can enjoy throughout their day."

Chen emphasized that for AR glasses to become an all-day wearable, they must achieve a familiar, comfortable weight. "The target is clear: a fully-functional pair should ideally be under 30 grams—comparable to ordinary eyeglasses. Our singular-engine design is a crucial step toward that goal, helping clients balance advanced performance with true wearability."

This vision is already becoming reality. For instance, the recently announced Sharge Loomos AI Display Glasses S1, equipped with the Dragonfly G1 Mini, achieves a total weight of just 29 grams. In comparison, other full-featured smart glasses, like the Meta Ray-Ban, weigh 69 grams, though they serve different functional purposes. Appotronics further supports customization by tailoring optical parameters, such as lens curvature, to each client's specific design needs.

Beyond AR: A Full Spectrum of Laser Innovation

Appotronics' CES presence extends beyond AR. The company is also demonstrating its laser technology in personal wellness, with hair regrowth and skin rejuvenation devices at The Venetian. Additionally, its subsidiary Formovie is highlighting the latest advancements in ALPD® laser technology for home entertainment in the Central Hall，Las Vegas Convention Center..

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of the ALPD® laser technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinemas, home entertainment, automobiles, AR glasses, health and personal care, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of people and businesses worldwide.

Visit Appotronics at CES 2026

Running through Jan. 9^th, CES 2026 offers multiple opportunities to experience Appotronics innovations:

*To experience the Appotronics hair-regrowth and skincare products, visit Booth 54653 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.

*For the latest innovations in home-entertainment optics and projector products from Formovie – an Appotronics subsidiary – visit Booth 21120 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

*For automotive and AR optics products, contact the following person for an arranged visit and demonstration in either the LVCC Central Hall or at The Renaissance Hotel: Ma Chunli, machunli@appotronics.com

At CES 2026, Formovie focused on multiple areas including LCD projectors, laser projectors, and system experience, presenting a series of innovative achievements that include technologies such as Liquid-Cooling and ALPD^® Triple Color Laser Technology. Alongside these technology demonstrations, Formovie also introduced several new smart projectors designed for a wide range of home entertainment scenarios, further expanding the application boundaries of large-screen home display experiences.

Liquid-Cooling Technology Debuts in Product Form: Exploring the Future of High-Brightness LCD Projector

At CES 2026, Formovie, together with its sub-brand Xming, showcased a projection solution based on Liquid-Cooling technology. This solution was presented in a concrete product form through Xming Chapter One Smart Projector, highlighting Formovie's ongoing technical exploration in the development of high-brightness LCD projectors.

Liquid-Cooling technology optimizes core components and thermal architecture to further enhance brightness, photoelectric efficiency, and system stability for single-LCD projectors while maintaining a fully sealed optical engine. With the support of Liquid-Cooling, Xming Chapter One Smart Projector achieves brightness levels of up to 2000 ISO lumens while maintaining low-noise operation, demonstrating more stable and sustained high-brightness performance.

By presenting a Liquid-Cooling–based LCD projection solution on the CES stage, Formovie conveyed its continued technical validation and advancement in the field of high-performance LCD projectors, providing valuable reference for the future application of such technologies in home entertainment scenarios.

New-Generation Google TV LCD Smart Projectors Unveiled: Xming Page Two and Xming Episode Two

In addition to its technology demonstrations, Xming officially unveiled two all-new Google TV LCD smart projectors at CES 2026: Xming Page Two and Xming Episode Two. Both models are powered by the latest version of Google TV based on Android 14 and equipped with the MT9660 chipset, delivering a rich content ecosystem while ensuring smooth system performance and versatile multi-scenario usability.

In terms of intelligent features, both projectors support automatic keystone correction, auto focus, EasyView and EasyFit, along with digital zoom functionality, enabling more flexible installation and ease of use across different spatial environments. The two models also support Global Dimming, MEMC, and input latency as low as 10ms, allowing them to adapt seamlessly to a wide range of use cases including daily home entertainment, sports viewing, and immersive gaming.

For audio performance and overall user experience, Xming Page Two and Xming Episode Two support Dolby Audio and feature a Bluetooth speaker mode, allowing them to function as standalone speakers even when projection is not in use. With operating noise levels controlled below 30 dB, the projectors provide a quieter and more immersive viewing environment, covering diverse home entertainment scenarios such as living room viewing, bedroom use, and casual gaming.

ALPD^® Triple Color Laser Technology Powers Formovie Theater Premium Laser TV for a High-End Home Cinema Experience

In the high-end home laser display segment, Formovie showcased the Formovie Theater Premium laser TV powered by Appotronics' ALPD^® Triple Color Laser Technology. Compared with conventional laser display solutions, ALPD^® Triple Color Laser Technology offers superior performance in speckle control, suppression of rainbow effect, and color reproduction, delivering a purer, more stable, and more accurate visual output.

Enabled by ALPD^® Triple Color Laser Technology, Formovie Theater Premium further elevates overall image quality and has consistently ranked among the top performers in industry evaluations. The product achieves a FOFO contrast ratio of up to 3000:1, delivering a more immersive visual experience through clearer light-to-dark gradation, enhanced dark-scene detail, and improved color consistency, resulting in a more natural and lifelike image for home cinema environments.

In terms of audio performance, Formovie Theater Premium is the world's only projector equipped with a Bowers & Wilkins sound system. Combined with Dolby Atmos and DTS-X audio technologies, the product achieves deep synergy between visuals and sound. Through high-quality acoustic tuning and multi-dimensional spatial audio support, it delivers a more powerful, immersive, and richly layered audiovisual experience within the home.

Pushing the Boundaries of Display Technology: Formovie Looks to the Future

At CES 2026, Formovie showcased a range of cutting-edge display technologies and new products, highlighting its long-term commitment to large-screen home display and smart projectors. From Liquid-Cooling technology to laser display, and from high-end home cinema to diverse smart projector offerings, Formovie continues to drive experience upgrades through technology, meeting the varied needs of users across home entertainment and display applications.

Looking ahead, Formovie will continue to focus on user-centric scenarios, deepening research and development in display technologies and product innovation. By advancing the projector industry toward greater intelligence and diversity, the company aims to deliver more immersive and imaginative large-screen audiovisual experiences to households worldwide.

About Formovie Technology

Formovie Technology, a Mi ecosystem company jointly established by Appotronics Corporation and Xiaomi Technology, is the world's leading laser TV and smart projector brand. For more information, visit https://www.formovie.com.

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Tonia Tong
contact@formovieglobal.com

This landmark event, set against a breathtaking coastal and urban backdrop, was the first in the Games' history to be staged on a coastal real-scene platform. While offering a spectacular cultural feast, the unique setting presented extraordinary technical challenges for stage lighting, demanding a solution that could perform reliably in a vast, open, and complex environment.

Overcoming Challenges for a National-Level Spectacle

For an event of this scale, the professional searchlights needed to overcome four core challenges: extreme performance requirements for brightness and color in a massive field; complex urban light pollution; demanding long-distance installation; and harsh outdoor reliability in a coastal environment prone to rain, high temperature and humidity.

The Appotronics Quasar full-color laser searchlight successfully met every demand. Utilizing a pure laser light source, it eliminates the need for color filters—the primary cause of brightness loss and color impurity in traditional systems. With a 16-bit precision color-mixing engine capable of producing over 16.77 million colors, and a built-in library of 50 LEE-standard presets, it delivers both expansive color range and accurate standard color matching.

A defining accomplishment was its ability to project an intensely pure, high-brightness, high-saturation punch red—a hue that conventional "white-laser + filter" systems struggle to reproduce due to spectral limitations. The Quasar rendered this vivid red cleanly against the night sky, giving lighting designers a powerful and expressive creative tool.

Its remarkable brightness of 60,000 lux at 100 meters places it among the brightest in its class, enabling it to effectively cut through urban ambient light. Its beam remains visually powerful over distances of up to 10 kilometers, making it well-suited for large public celebrations and city-scale visual effects.

Boasting an IP66 protection rating, the Quasar light operates reliably in temperatures from -40°C to 40°C. Its long-life laser light source ensures over five years of stable operation, lowering maintenance costs. Furthermore, it passed a rigorous 1200-hour salt spray test, underscoring its robustness and reliability in the most demanding environments.

Setting Sights on the Global Market

The global resurgence of cultural tourism and large-scale events like concerts, festivals, and sports is driving demand for advanced professional lighting. Laser sources, with their high brightness, long lifespan, and superior color performance, are becoming essential.

"The Quasar full-color laser searchlight represents a strategic new endeavor for Appotronics in the professional engineering lighting field," said Zhang Feng, General Manager of Appotronics' Professional Display Business Unit. "As our first searchlight product, it embodies our determination to explore and lead in new global markets."

The company has confirmed that the Quasar laser searchlight is scheduled to make its international debut at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026. This official launch will introduce the product to overseas clients and actively promote global cooperation and partnership discussions.

Looking ahead, Appotronics plans to deepen its insights into market and client needs, aiming to develop a series of laser beam lights. Simultaneously, the company will embrace AI technology, exploring its deep integration with professional lighting. AI empowerment is expected to significantly enhance the efficiency of lighting design, programming, and on-site operation, driving the entire industry toward a smarter and more efficient future.

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of ALPD® laser display technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinemas, vehicles, and homes to AR glasses, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses worldwide. Learn more at https://www.appotronics.com/

Tian emphasized that as AR glasses evolve from simple information prompts to full-content displays—powered by AI for applications like real-time translation, navigation, and first-person preview—the demand for high-performance optics becomes critical. The laser+LCoS route, leveraging laser's natural polarization and exceptional collimation, eliminates the need for inefficient polarizers and enables a drastically smaller optical engine. This foundation paves the way for displays that are brighter, more efficient, and compact enough for all-day wearability.

Following the presentation of this future technology roadmap, Tian introduced Appotronics' current optical engine solution for AR glasses, the Dragonfly G1. The Dragonfly G1 is an ultra-compact, dual-split LCoS optical engine designed for high efficiency and comfort, featuring a volume of just 0.35cc per eye and remarkably low system power consumption. Its unique architecture supports high-efficiency waveguide coupling, enables premium 3D display, allows for elegant and adjustable eyewear designs, and significantly boosts production yield to reduce costs.

By advancing both a future-ready laser technology vision and a manufacturable optical engine today, Appotronics is tackling the key technical and economic barriers that have hindered mass adoption of consumer AR glasses, accelerating the integration of augmented reality into everyday digital life.

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of ALPD® laser display technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinemas, vehicles, and homes to AR glasses, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses worldwide. Learn more at https://www.appotronics.com/ 

The system spans seven key application scenarios, redefining in-vehicle functionality and user experience:

• Artistic ambient lighting,
• Rear-seat entertainment with privacy-preserving large-screen projection,
• Dynamic pathway lighting that conveys mood and context,
• Boundary-free interactive displays on smart surfaces,
• Side window interfaces for human-vehicle interaction,
• ALL-in-ONE laser smart headlights combining illumination and display capabilities.

Yu Xin, Vice President of Appotronics, highlighted the company's evolution in automotive innovation: "We're moving beyond just supplying hardware to co-creating smart mobility experiences. By sharing our core technology platform, we're collaborating with carmakers and developers to unlock new ways AI and optical tech can work together. Our goal is to turn cars from simple transport into 'digital emotional spaces'—where every journey is tailored to its occupants, powered by AI and advanced laser tech." This vision is already taking shape, with 13 active development orders underscoring Appotronics' momentum in next-gen automotive optics.

Visitors can experience the technology firsthand at Hall 2.2H | Booth 2BA032 (National Exhibition and Convention Center, Shanghai) through May 2.

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of ALPD® laser display technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinemas, vehicles, and homes to AR glasses, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses worldwide.

Learn more at https://www.appotronics.com/

Media Contact 
Ma Chunli
machunli@appotronics.com

These innovative solutions will enhance adaptive lighting (ADB) functionalities in vehicles, significantly improving road safety and address drivers' increasing demands for more comfortable lighting options and entertainment features.

SHANGHAI, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Valeo, a world leader in automotive lighting systems and software, together with Appotronics (688007.SH), inventor of ALPD® laser display technology have announced a strategic partnership to offer a new generation of automotive front lighting solutions integrating exclusive Appotronics' ALL-in-ONE full-color laser headlight system.

Valeo will bring its unique expertise in lighting systems design and electronic control units design, along with unrivaled software capabilities, to integrate Appotronics recognized knowledge in projection systems design based on laser display technologies into new generation front lighting solutions.

Maurizio Martinelli, CEO of Valeo Light Division, stated: "This partnership strengthens Valeo's global leadership in next-generation lighting, combining safety, adaptability, and an enhanced driving experience. Leveraging our combined expertise in automotive lighting hardware and software, this new partnership reinforces existing technology alliances and reflects a shared ambition to redefine smart automotive lighting."

Yu Xin, Vice President of Appotronics, said: "The Appotronics-Valeo partnership represents a transformative step in smart automotive lighting, combining our complementary strengths to advance next-generation illumination solutions. Together, we're accelerating innovations that prioritize safety, intelligent adaptability, and personalized driving experiences for the global market."

A smart lighting system for safer and more immersive driving

By combining their expertise, Valeo and Appotronics will offer headlight solutions that provide advanced lighting functions (ADB) to complement traditional lighting functions (LH/HB), thereby improving safety and comfort for drivers and other road users.

Valeo will leverage its integration and software capabilities to integrate Appotronics state of the art ALPD® laser display technology. The front lighting system will offer high-definition information projection onto the ground, as well as outdoor movie projection capabilities—enabling video playback on flat surfaces or dedicated screens outside the vehicle.

ALL-in-ONE: A breakthrough in smart automotive lighting

The ALL-in-ONE system integrates several advanced functions in one compact module: Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB), road surface projection, and in-car cinema capabilities. Its smart system automatically optimizes lighting for different driving scenarios—extending illumination range with high beams on highways, and preventing glare with glare-free beams in urban areas. In addition, the headlight also offers 10-level brightness adjustment, complete with auto-focus, keystone correction, and image scaling capabilities.

The ALL-in-ONE headlight is powered by Appotronics' proprietary ALPD® semiconductor laser technology, which delivers 10 times the brightness of standard automotive LEDs with 200% greater luminous flux using equivalent DLP chips - all while consuming less energy.

About Valeo

Valeo is a technology company and partner to all automakers and new mobility players worldwide. Valeo innovates to make mobility safer, smarter and more sustainable. Valeo enjoys technological and industrial leadership in electrification, driving assistance systems, reinvention of the interior experience and lighting everywhere. These four areas, vital to the transformation of mobility, are the Group's growth drivers.

Valeo in figures:  21.5 billion euros in sales in 2024 | 106,100 employees, 28 countries, 155 plants, 64 research and development centers and 19 distribution platforms at February 28, 2025. Valeo is listed on the Paris Stock Exchange

Learn more at www.valeo.com 

Media Contact

Dora Khosrof | +33 7 61 52 82 75
Caroline De Gezelle | + 33 7 62 44 17 85
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About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of the ALPD® laser display technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for cinemas, vehicles and home, to AR glasses, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses worldwide. Learn more at https://www.appotronics.com/

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The static lights offered by Appotronics are well regarded for their high quality and cost-effectiveness. Upon achieving mass production, these lights will not only diversify Appotronics' automotive product portfolio but also expand its scale and enhance its competitive position in the automotive industry.

These static lights come equipped with various functions, such as illuminating the brand logo, projecting warning information when detecting danger in the vehicle's surroundings, especially at night, and displaying customized welcoming content. By integrating AI technology with the in-car operating system, these lights enhance safety and cater to the personalization needs of vehicle users. Initially found in luxury vehicles, such static lights have gradually become more prevalent in mid-to-high-end vehicles due to technological advancements and growing consumer demand.

This significant milestone follows closely on the heels of Appotronics receiving a development notification for dynamic color pixel lights from an automaker in November. This development underscores automakers' recognition of Appotronics' automotive product performance and supply qualifications, as well as the company's intensified integration into the automotive lighting supply chain to fully meet the diverse demands of various automakers.

To date, Smart #5, the world's first vehicle featuring headlight-as-projector technology provided by Appotronics, has already hit the market. Appotronics' 2024 annual performance forecast indicates that its automotive business will surpass RMB 600 million, as the company has ensured timely delivery of automotive products to automakers. As of now, the company has secured 12 development orders for its automotive optics products, two of which were cemented in 2025.

The static lights offered by Appotronics are well regarded for their high quality and cost-effectiveness. Upon achieving mass production, these lights will not only diversify Appotronics' automotive product portfolio but also expand its scale and enhance its competitive position in the automotive industry.

These static lights come equipped with various functions, such as illuminating the brand logo, projecting warning information when detecting danger in the vehicle's surroundings, especially at night, and displaying customized welcoming content. By integrating AI technology with the in-car operating system, these lights enhance safety and cater to the personalization needs of vehicle users. Initially found in luxury vehicles, such static lights have gradually become more prevalent in mid-to-high-end vehicles due to technological advancements and growing consumer demand.

This significant milestone follows closely on the heels of Appotronics receiving a development notification for dynamic color pixel lights from an automaker in November. This development underscores automakers' recognition of Appotronics' automotive product performance and supply qualifications, as well as the company's intensified integration into the automotive lighting supply chain to fully meet the diverse demands of various automakers.

To date, Smart #5, the world's first vehicle featuring headlight-as-projector technology provided by Appotronics, has already hit the market. Appotronics' 2024 annual performance forecast indicates that its automotive business will surpass RMB 600 million, as the company has ensured timely delivery of automotive products to automakers. As of now, the company has secured 12 development orders for its automotive optics products, two of which were cemented in 2025.

Revolutionizing Automotive Innovations

In the automotive sector, Appotronics is presenting the world's first automotive-grade exterior laser projector – a mass-produced product that features in the Smart #5 electric SUV, which will be exhibited at CES 2025. The Shenzhen-based company is also unveiling the world's first All-in-One laser smart headlight, which is capable of meeting Intelligent Signal Display (ISD), Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB), Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X), and entertainment needs – and is poised for mass production soon.

Furthermore, Appotronics is showcasing prototype products, including a distributed illumination and display system with a fiber-coupled light source, a high-performance laser beam scanning (LBS) display, a transparent surface display, and a PHUD (projected head-up display), as well as a finger-sized ultra-compact DLP projector. These prototypes hint at the future of laser technology in cars, as envisioned by Appotronics and its partnering automakers.

"We aim to uncover the illumination and display-product requirements of automakers in North America, Europe, and South Korea, by meeting them at CES, especially as they seek components to develop their advanced electrified and intelligent vehicles," said Yu Xin, Vice President of Appotronics, who leads the company's Automotive Optics division. "Our goal is to enhance our automotive clients' market competitiveness and provide an exceptional driving experience to end-users."

Democratizing Home Entertainment and Beyond

At CES 2025, Appotronics is proud to showcase its latest home projectors powered by ALPD 5.0 Pro technology, which features peak brightness of 5,000 lumens and a peak contrast ratio of 5,000:1. In addition to these impressive specifications, ALPD 5.0 Pro introduces optical zoom and dynamic aperture technology, significantly enhancing optical performance and delivering unparalleled cinema-grade picture quality at affordable prices.

Moreover, Appotronics has integrated its newly developed software-based dynamic backlight technology, which dramatically improves contrast levels. This innovation, already applied to laser TVs and ALPD 5.0 projectors, enables dynamic contrast ratios that exceed 10,000:1, which provides users with a richer, more immersive viewing experience.

"We aim to demonstrate that Appotronics offers a holistic approach to projection technology — particularly to clients like traditional projector brands, professional Audio & Video clients, and portable high-brightness outdoor camping and RV markets," said Chen Zhi, General Manager of Appotronics' Consumer Optical Components division. "This segment focuses on providing core projection components and complete corporate solutions that are tailored to the consumer market, which span licensed systems (such as Google), comprehensive product design, and manufacturing for products ranging from $99 to $9,999."

In addition to home entertainment, Appotronics is also exploring opportunities in embedded AR/IoT wearable devices. Beyond AR glasses, the company is positioning its display technology as a key component for IoT-connected devices and mobile wearable products, further broadening the potential applications of its advanced optical solutions.

Lastly, Appotronics recognizes opportunities in the gift and toy markets, which also demonstrates its ability to meet the diverse needs of clients in multiple sectors. With its groundbreaking technologies and fully customizable solutions, Appotronics continues to redefine what's possible in projection and display innovation.

Enlightening AR Glasses

At CES 2025, Appotronics is also showcasing its self-developed ultra-mini full-color projector core component for augmented reality (AR) glasses. This core component, with a volume of just 0.8 cubic centimeters, is notably smaller than typical Bluetooth headsets and ideally suited to meet the lightweight demands of AR glasses. These glasses cater to diverse applications, including gaming, entertainment, remote collaboration and communication, training, and education. The AR glass optics core component from Appotronics stands out with industry-leading attributes such as a high contrast ratio of 200:1, a high resolution of 720P, and ultra-low power consumption, facilitating vibrant full-color displays. Crucially, its low cost and exceptional cost-effectiveness can accelerate the adoption of AR glasses in the mass market. Presently, this ultra-miniature full-color AR optical engine has the capability for mass production and can be developed in collaboration with customers.

Strategic Partnership with Ceres

Meanwhile, Appotronics is excited to announce another international partnership, this time with the Scotland-based Ceres – in which the two will combine their technologies for in-car display solutions, including driver and passenger transparent heads-up displays (HUDs). This collaboration aims to provide more intuitive, flexible, and distraction-free high-resolution display solutions for next-generation vehicles.

About Appotronics

Appotronics is the inventor of the ALPD® laser display technology and one of the first companies to list on the Shanghai Stock Exchange STAR Market. From optics for the home, cinemas, and the automotive industry, even to AR glasses, Appotronics' cutting-edge products are designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses worldwide.

Visit Appotronics at CES 2025

To experience Appotronics' latest innovations in home entertainment optics and projector products, visit Booth No. 21414, Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center. For their automotive and AR optics products, visit the Ren Boardroom at the Renaissance Hotel.

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Appotronics, a leader in laser display industry, today announced the signing of an agreement with Ceres Holographics, a pioneer in the development of holographic-enabled transparent displays. The partnership aims to combine their technologies for in-car display solutions, including driver and passenger transparent heads-up display (HUDs).

A demonstration of the combined HUD system has been shown at CES 2025 at Appotronics demo suite, located at the Ren Boardroom, 2nd floor, Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel, from January 7 to 10, 2025.

Through this partnership, Appotronics will provide Ceres and its other holographic windshield partners with another key link in the supply chain required to deliver complete systems to its expanding base of OEM customers. Together the extended partnership could provide more intuitive, flexible and distraction-free high resolution display solutions for next generation vehicles.

The partnership expands the benefits of Appotronics' high-performance ALPD^® (Advanced Laser Phosphor Display) projection technology, and Ceres' design capability as well as its HoloFlext™ manufacturing technology, to meet the size, cost, reliability and viewability requirements of the most innovative automotive OEMs. Together,  the two compaines is expected to accelerate the development and widespread adoption of transparent HUD technology, enhancing safty and delivering a more intelligent driving experience.

About Ceres Holographics 

Headquartered in Livingston, Scotland, Ceres Holographics specializes in the design, digital mastering and replication of next-generation, thin-film Holographic Optical Elements (HOEs) for new transparent display (TD) and augmented reality applications.  With extensive expertise in photonic, optical systems and holographic photopolymer films, Ceres Holographics empowers organizations to create immersive visual experiences that enhance product functionality and performance for mass-market applications in automotive, transportation, aerospace and wearable technology. Ceres HoloFlekt® film technology can transform any windscreen or other glass structure into an ultra-bright, full color display. In car windshields it can realize large format pillar-to-pillar HUDs.

About Appotronics

Appotronics is a leading laser display technology enterprise in the world, one of the first companies to list on the SSE STAR Market. The company has independently invented ALPD® semiconductor laser light source technology that has become the go-to technology internationally.

Appotronics' automotive optics is based on ALPD® technology. The intelligent light engine offers key advantages for auto applications, such as its ultra-compact size, high efficiency, high brightness and high reliability, which makes ALPD® the most suitable technology for display and illumination in automotive applications. With a sophisticated development and production managment system compliant with automotive industry standards such as IATF16949, VDA6.3 and OSB+, Appotronics has become an integral part of the supply chains of leading automotive manufacturers both domestically and internationally. Appotronics focuses on building a sustainable ecosystem within the industry, actively collaborating with partners acorss the supply chain to deliver a more intuitive and comfortable human-vehicle interaction for end users.

Currently, Appotronics Automotive BU has developed the first auto-certified laser light engines in the industry in three main application areas: intelligent digital headlights, immersive cockpit display and HUDs. These innovations have been depolyed in three launched models: AITO M9, STELATO S9 and smart #5.

Meng Han, senior director of Appotronics, addressed the attendees, which included laser illumination and display technology experts, market analysts, and trend observers. He emphasized that the automotive industry is undergoing a transformation from internal combustion engines to autonomous electric vehicles, creating ample opportunities for laser projectors. This shift typically results in more internal space for entertainment features, such as in-car theaters and laser display-enabled human-vehicle communication both inside and outside the vehicle.

"We have done the study, finding many people like it, " said Han, citing the example of Appotronics' rollable giant laser display screen, which is equipped on the Seres AITO M9, a top-selling SUV priced above RMB 500,000 in China. The SUV has received over 170,000 orders since its debut late last year, indicating a strong market demand for such innovative features.

Han further pointed out that more laser display technology will be applied within the cabin as a supplement to the current LCD panels, transforming the cabin into an immersive and comfortable third living space.

"As for the long future, the future isn't more screens—or even screens at all." Han cited Alfonso Albaisa, Design Chief of Nissan, emphasizing that laser display offers numerous advantages, such as easy modeling, free-form surfaces, design flexibility, safety, and sustainability and can be utilized for projections inside the cabin, on the sunroof, side windows, or even on the windshield.

Afterwards, Xin Yu, vice president of Appotronics, introduced the company's intelligent digital colorful laser headlight as an example of immersive exterior display. This innovative light is equipped on the newly-released Smart #5 vehicle, enabling car users to enjoy movies while camping. Yu announced that the product is currently available in China and will soon be launched in Europe and Australia.

Yu also demonstrated the company's All-in-One laser headlamp, which fulfills multiple functions, including intelligent signaling displays (ISD), adaptive driving beam (ADB) systems, V2X communications, and entertainment.

He revealed that the multi-functional headlamp will soon enter mass production and will be showcased at CES 2025, which is scheduled to be held in Las Vegas between January 7 and January 10. Other automotive optics solutions from Appotronics will also be displayed at the event.

"So hopefully in the future, we have more friends together in this industry to make more interesting applications and build up more markets for laser innovation." Yu concluded, adding that he expects more "concepts" of laser technology to turn into "reality" in the automotive sector, just as laser technology has revolutionized the cinema industry.

In addition to Appotronics' updates, representatives from Texas Instruments, Epson, Panasonic, Seibersdorf Labs, OMDIA, PMA Research, Nordisk Cinema, Nichia America Corporation, Barco, Oxford University, LUMAfestival.com, and RSL Fiber Systems also shared insights on current laser-related regulations, technological advancements, and future trends at the annual meeting.

At the launch event, the built-in automotive-grade laser projection light of the new Smart #5 were specifically mentioned: "What is the real camping experience about this ? I would like to take your attention on the built-in projector that is coming this vehicle, giving you the opportunity on a maximum size of 233 inches of projecting your own content, somewhere between 2 to 7 meters the way from the vehicle." The core components of this automotive-grade laser projection light are provided by Appotronics (688007.SH), one of the first companies listed on the SSE STAR Market.

This is the first application of automotive-grade laser projection light worldwide. It is reported that the new Smart #5 is committed to creating the next generation of immersive intelligent cockpit experience, making every human-vehicle interaction a real luxury enjoyment. The industry's first automotive-grade full-color laser projection light is equipped with ALPD semiconductor laser light source technology, with a brightness of up to 2000 lumens (nearly 1000 lumens of light output), which can project a super-clear picture of up to 233 inches, reaching a 1080P display effect, making every frame vivid, allowing users to feel the immersive outdoor cinema. At the same time, it supports 10 adjustable brightness levels, automatic focusing, trapezoidal correction, and screen scaling, ensuring the best viewing experience even in complex projection environments. The design of IP67 dust and water resistance and electric lens protective cover greatly extends the service life of the projection light.

The supplier of this automotive-grade laser projection light, Appotronics, is a leading laser display technology enterprise in the world, and the original inventor of ALPD semiconductor laser light source technology. Thanks to the technical advantages of core technology and application innovation, Appotronics has previously successfully launched the world's first automotive-grade projection giant screen, which can turn the intelligent cockpit into an immersive private cinema. This high-quality viewing experience has extended from inside the car to outside the car, greatly enriching the personalized human-vehicle interaction experience and application scenarios.

It is worth mentioning that in addition to supporting audio-visual entertainment, semiconductor laser light source technology also has innovation in the field of lighting. At 2024 Beijing Auto Show, Appotronics released the world's first ALL-in-ONE Laser Digital Headlight, which for the first time integrates high-beam ADB headlight, variable color temperature headlight (compatible with fog light mode), high beam boost, ground information display, car cinema and other functions into a small volume car lamp module, greatly reducing the power consumption and volume of the entire system, and greatly reducing the total cost of the system, meeting the all-round needs of safety, social attributes and personalization.

As a global model, Smart is expected to gain more attention in the overseas market with the Smart #5. It is reported that the new Smart #5 will make its Chinese debut at the Chengdu Auto Show on August 30th and will be launched and delivered in 2024.

Founded in 2010, CPV is dedicated to promoting volunteerism and supporting volunteer organizations across Portugal. With 45 confederated organizations, CPV reaches a community of 1.2 million volunteers nationwide.

The projector has crossed a long distance to reach Portugal. "The projector is working out wonderfully!" expressed Erico Virgy, the Executive Director of CPV, "It has already been put to good use in several of our volunteer centers, enhancing presentations and training sessions for our volunteers. We are confident that this projector will be a valuable asset for our organization for a long time to come."

The donor of this donation, Appotronics, is the world's leading laser display technology enterprise with original technology and core patents, headquartered in Shenzhen, China, and one of the first companies to list on the SSE STAR Market. Appotronics independently invented ALPD^® semiconductor laser light source technology in 2007, with more than 2000 global patents authorizations. The products of Appotronics are widely used in many scenarios, such as automotive optics, cinema projection, professional displays, and home displays, and Appotronics has reached cooperation with international head enterprises such as BMW, Airbus, and BYD.

Appotronics has always focused on fulfilling its social responsibility and actively contributing to social value. In addition to supporting overseas charity causes like CPV, Appotronics also realizes low-carbon and environmental protection through technological innovation. Based on the statistics on multiple tests, compared with conventional xenon lamp light sources, the ALPD^® laser projection light source can save electricity by 1.8 kWh per hour, while 1 kWh of electricity will lead to 0.86 kg carbon dioxide. By the year of 2023, in the field of cinema projection, Appotronics realized more than 29,500 installations in China with the ALPD^® laser projection solution, and the total light source operation duration is about 316 million hours. This saved electricity by about 568 million kWh and reduced carbon dioxide emissions by over 0.4892 million tons.

In the future, Appotronics will continue to focus on and support overseas charities, and join hands with global partners to promote environmental protection and sustainable development, making positive contributions to the development of the global community.

More than 300 technical experts and key decision makers from all over the world discussed the latest technologies and future trends of automotive lighting at the two-day event themed Lighting Technology and EE Architecture to Support New Mobility.

Dr. Han Meng, Senior Director of Business Development of Appotronics, one of first companies to list on China's sci-tech focused STAR Market, delivered a speech titled Immersive Cabin and Exterior Display at the workshop, elaborating the applications of Appotronics' laser technologies in automotive lighting, and illustrating the innovative concepts of cabin and exterior display.

The rapid development of the smart vehicle industry prompted the iteration of cabin display scenarios, from the original button control mode to the latest human-vehicle interaction that integrates vehicle functions and entertainment, said Han. The display technologies have also been evolved during the process. Compared with the traditional display technologies, such as LCD, LED and OLED, the laser projection display boasts the advantages of flexible installation, smaller size, and higher reliability, plus the convenience to display on any surface, which will allow more possibilities and design freedom for cabin display.

He told the audience that  Advanced Laser Phosphor Display (ALPD) technology, originally invented by Appotronics, is the only auto-grade laser display and illumination technology. It features auto-certified blue laser, colorful display, wide color gamut and higher color rendering index (CRI). ALPD has been successfully applied on Aito M9, a flagship SUV launched by Huawei/Seres in December 2023, which comes with the industry's first automotive cabin projector with a 32-inch rollable screen. Appotronics provides the core components for the M9 cabin projector.

Han shared that five months after its release, Aito M9 has received over 90,000 locked-in orders with non-refundable deposits, citing Aito's official announcement. The SUV's weekly sales volume topped luxury vehicles above RMB 500,000 in the Chinese mainland for nine consecutive times, according to the Chinese tech media CNMO. Meanwhile, the automotive cabin projector has been highly recognized by consumers following their extensive hands-on experience.

Empowered by the flexible and cutting-edge ALPD technology, cabin projector, sunroof and side window display can convert the cabin into an immersive third living space full of fun, Han predicted.

After rolling out the world's first auto-grade colorful laser headlight at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show, Appotronics unveiled the world's first All-in-one Laser Digital Headlight at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show. The All-in-one Laser Digital Headlight blends the functions of Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB), tunable color temperature (compatible with the fog light mode), high beam, floor display, and drive-in theater, meeting the diverse needs of illumination, display, safety, and entertainment.

Han told the workshop attendees that the colorful laser lighting and display headlight fulfills the needs of Intelligent Signal Display (ISD), ADB, Vehicle-to-everything(V2X) and entertainment and enables better "see" and "be seen". He said that the immersive cabin and exterior laser display renders a higher degree of freedom and scalability in automotive design and saves more space in the cabin while enhancing human-vehicle interaction and addressing personalized needs of both the drivers and passengers. Han added that ALPD technology can save more energy and is thus more environment-friendly, aligning with the philosophy of sustainable development.

Laser Upgrade Benefits Cinemas a Lot

The dynamic projection room facilitated a better experience for audiences on-site, showcasing the stunning visual effects delivered by ALPD laser light source. Based on its comprehensive and reliable underlying technological architecture, the ALPD laser light source ensures speckle-free and stable image quality, improving the projection quality in cinemas. Compared to other laser light source, ALPD eliminates the needs for additional devices for speckle removal, helping cinemas reduce investment costs.

Moreover, it takes only 3-4 hours for installation and has no impacts on daily cinema daily operation. With the lifespan of 30,000 hours, ALPD laser light source helps to reduce the needs for frequent xenon lamp replacement and lowering the cinemas' operational and maintenance expenses. Additionally, the ALPD laser light source's low heat emission and eco-friendly nature have made it a preferred choice among cinemas.

According to statistics, as of December 31, 2023, ALPD laser light source solutions have been installed in over 37,000 cinema halls globally. This has resulted in saving at least 568 million kWh of electricity and reducing CO₂ emissions by more than 249 million cubic meters.

ALPD Cinema's global expansion initiative gains momentum.

ALPD laser solutions have captivated numerous cinema operators, drawing crowds for viewing, admiration, and discussion. The Appotronics has warmly welcomed each visitor, providing an immersive experience and professional services for a fresh and engaging visit.

Eric Hu, the General Manager of Cinema Business Department of Appotronics, remarked, "Our aim is to acquaint a broader cinema audience with the distinct benefits of ALPD technology, providing them with the superior quality of our projection systems. In the past nine years, ALPD technology has been met with widespread acclaim from our cinema partners. We are optimistic that our proven technology and products can provide good service for the global film market."

In addition, the event also highlighted the home theater systems integrated with ALPD technology, as well as the VLED LED movie screens that have been successfully deployed across 8 Chinese provinces. Notably, cinema operators showed keen interest in LED movie screens, anticipating that they would bring revolutionary changes to the cinema projection industry. The presentation of ALPD laser projection technology at the illustrious CinemaCon event once again conveyed a clear message to international cinemas that it is possible to significantly improve projection quality with relatively low investment, offering cinemas a viable path for expanding their commercial operations.

At the forefront of this transformative era is laser projection technology, championed by Appotronics, a pioneer in the field. Laser projection, with its superior brightness, enhanced color fidelity, and energy efficiency, stands as the beacon of next-generation display technology. As traditional bulb-based projection systems face obsolescence within the EU, laser technology's ascendancy offers a compelling narrative of innovation and environmental stewardship.

Appotronics' leadership in this domain is underscored by its groundbreaking Advanced Laser Phosphor Display (ALPD) technology. Since its inception in 2007, ALPD has set the standard for high-performance, low-energy consumption projection systems. This technology not only surpasses the capabilities of traditional projectors but also aligns with global efforts to reduce carbon footprints and promote sustainability.

The adoption of ALPD technology has witnessed exponential growth, reflecting its broad acceptance and the increasing demand for high-quality projection solutions. Appotronics' commitment to excellence and innovation has enabled the deployment of over 37,000 laser projection systems worldwide, transforming cinematic experiences and enhancing commercial and educational presentations with unparalleled clarity and vibrancy.

Furthermore, Appotronics' dedication to environmental sustainability is evident in its efforts to minimize the ecological impact of its products. The company's laser projection solutions have significantly reduced electricity consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, contributing to a more sustainable planet. Through continuous improvement in production processes and adherence to stringent environmental standards, Appotronics exemplifies responsible corporate citizenship and a firm commitment to the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.

As we stand on the brink of a new era in projection technology, Appotronics is not merely navigating these changes; it is leading the charge towards a brighter, more sustainable future. The company's vision extends beyond the confines of national pride, embracing a global perspective that values innovation, environmental responsibility, and the pursuit of excellence. Appotronics' journey from a pioneering force in China to a global leader in laser projection technology is a testament to its ambition, resilience, and commitment to making a positive impact on the world.

As the EU's regulatory environment evolves, Appotronics is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of projection technology. With its eyes set on the global market, the company continues to innovate, driven by a vision of delivering exceptional visual experiences while championing sustainability and social responsibility. 

Company Website：https://en.appotronics.com