Qualcomm and Foxlink Commence Operations at Mirasol Display Fabrication Facility

Qualcomm's MEMS Technologies subsdiary has announced that a dedicated mirasol display fabrication plant in Taiwan has commenced operations. The Qualcomm facility is the result of a collaboration with Foxlink.

“Emerging technologies such as mirasol displays have the power to influence the entire wireless value chain,” said Paul Jacobs, chairman and CEO of Qualcomm. “As we continue to demand more from our mobile devices, it is clear that the display not only is increasingly influencing the consumers' experience but also is driving the total power efficiency of the device.”

“The mirasol facility is game-changing for Qualcomm MEMS Technologies, as its capabilities move us closer to delivering next generation mirasol displays to the market with increased efficiency and in greater quantities,” said Jim Cathey, vice president of business development for Qualcomm MEMS Technologies, Inc. “With our technical expertise and Foxlink's background in manufacturing, we are well positioned to enable the commercialization of mirasol display technology; that's the charter of the mirasol fabrication plant.”

Based on reflective technology, mirasol displays use significantly less energy than traditional displays. The display's nature-inspired design lends to low power consumption and high reflectivity, offering consumers extended battery life and superior outdoor visibility. The bistable nature of the mirasol display allows for near-zero power usage in situations where the display image is unchanged. Furthermore, mirasol display technology's rapid refresh rate makes it suitable for video and multimedia.

Posted to the site on 3rd June 2009