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Himax Technologies (HIMX) and Vuzix (VUZI) announced their collaboration to showcase a next-generation AR optical module at Display Week 2025 in San Jose. The integrated solution combines Himax's ultra-luminous Dual-Edge Front-lit color LCoS microdisplay with Vuzix's production-ready waveguides.

The microdisplay features impressive specs: 0.09 c.c. volume, under 0.2 grams weight, 1 lumen output, 350,000 nits luminance, and 250mW power consumption. Vuzix's waveguides offer 0.7mm thickness, under 5 grams weight, below 5% eye glow, and 30-degree diagonal FOV. The joint solution, scheduled for commercial release in late 2025, aims to enable sleek AR glasses for enterprise and consumer applications.

Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) announced its new miniature ultra-luminous Dual-Edge Front-lit LCoS microdisplay, set to debut at Display Week 2025. The breakthrough technology features:

• Ultra-compact size of 0.09 c.c. and weight of 0.2 grams
• Up to 350,000 nits brightness and 1 lumen output
• Maximum power consumption of 250mW
• 720x720 resolution with 4.25µm pixel pitch

The microdisplay is specifically designed for next-generation AR glasses and head-mounted displays, offering superior brightness and power efficiency in a compact form factor. Himax's Senior Director Simon Fan-Chiang will present the technology at the SID Display Week symposium on May 13, 2025, in San Jose.

Himax Technologies (HIMX) reported Q1 2025 financial results with revenues of $215.1M, down 9.3% QoQ but up 3.7% YoY. The company achieved a gross margin of 30.5% and earnings of 11.4 cents per ADS, exceeding guidance. For Q2 2025, Himax projects revenues to range between -5.0% to +3.0% QoQ, with gross margin around 31.0% and EPS between 8.5-11.5 cents. Notably, automotive IC business represents over 50% of total revenue, with Himax holding dominant market shares: 40% in DDIC, over 50% in TDDI. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with $281.0M in cash and equivalents, announcing a 37.0 cents per ADS annual dividend. Despite global trade tensions, Himax reports minimal direct impact from tariffs as only 2% of products ship directly to the US. The company is strengthening its supply chain across Taiwan, China, Korea, and Singapore while expanding into India through a strategic alliance with Powerchip and Tata Electronics.

Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) has declared a cash dividend of 37.0 cents per ADS (18.5 cents per ordinary share) for FY2024. The dividend will be paid on July 11, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 30, 2025. The ADS book will be closed for issuance and cancellation from June 23-30, 2025. The declared dividend represents a payout ratio of 81.1% of the company's 2024 profits. CEO Jordan Wu emphasized Himax's commitment to rewarding shareholders through their dividend policy since their 2006 IPO, while maintaining focus on sustainable growth and a healthy balance sheet.

Himax Technologies (Nasdaq: HIMX), a leading supplier and fabless manufacturer of display drivers and semiconductor products, announced a leadership change in its Investor and Public Relations department. Mr. Eric Li, former Chief IR/PR Officer and Spokesperson, is retiring from his position. The company has appointed Miss Karen Tiao as the new Head of IR/PR and Spokesperson, effective immediately.

Tiao, who joined Himax in 2019 and served as Senior Investor Relations Manager, will report directly to CEO Jordan Wu in her new role. Chairman Biing-Seng Wu expressed gratitude to Li for his service and highlighted Tiao's extensive experience in investor and public relations, as well as her deep understanding of company operations and strategies, as key factors in ensuring a smooth transition.

Himax Technologies (Nasdaq: HIMX), a leading supplier and fabless manufacturer of display drivers and semiconductor products, has scheduled its First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Conference Call for Thursday, May 8, 2025. The call will take place at 8:00 AM EDT (8:00 PM Taiwan Time).

The company will host the conference through multiple channels including a live webcast with video and audio, as well as toll-free dial-in options available across various countries including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Australia, Canada, China, Singapore, UK, and United States. Participants joining via phone must use the PIN Code 3300508#.

A replay of the webcast will be accessible two hours after the call on www.himax.com.tw and will remain available until May 8, 2026.

Himax Technologies (NASDAQ: HIMX) has announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Electronics and Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing (PSMC) to develop India's display and ultralow power AI sensing ecosystem.

The partnership aims to deliver comprehensive display semiconductor solutions, from chip design to manufacturing and packaging, targeting both Indian and global markets. This collaboration builds upon Tata Electronics and PSMC's 2024 agreement to establish advanced semiconductor manufacturing in India.

The alliance will focus on developing 'Made in India' solutions while leveraging Himax's expertise in display semiconductors and WiseEye™ ultralow power AI sensing, combined with PSMC's manufacturing capabilities and Tata Electronics' local presence. The partnership seeks to enhance supply chain resilience and drive innovation in display technologies across key industries.

Himax Technologies (HIMX) announced its participation in embedded world 2025, showcasing innovative WiseEye™ AI technology and Liqxtal® LC optical applications. The company will present its WiseEye Ultralow Power AI Smart Sensing solutions, featuring the PSA-certified WiseEye2 AI processor.

Key highlights include the WiseEye PalmVein Module, which combines palm vein and facial recognition with a False Acceptance Rate of one in a million and False Rejection Rate below 1%. In collaboration with Calumino, Himax will demonstrate thermal imaging sensing solutions for applications like people flow detection and health monitoring.

Through its subsidiary Liqxtal, the company will unveil three innovative products: Liqxtal® Graph, Dim, and Pro-Eye. The Pro-Eye display technology offers a 125-inch virtual screen experience, while Graph features smart eyewear with Bluetooth connectivity. Liqxtal® Dim introduces adaptive light dimming functionality with under 8-millisecond response time.

Himax Technologies (HIMX) reported strong Q4 2024 results, with revenues of $237.2M (up 6.7% QoQ), exceeding guidance. Q4 gross margin reached 30.5%, with EPS of 14.0 cents per diluted ADS, significantly above guidance of 9.3-11.0 cents.

Full year 2024 revenues were $906.8M with a gross margin of 30.5%. Notable achievements include automotive driver IC sales increasing nearly 20% YoY, with HIMX maintaining over 50% market share in automotive TDDI. The company's Q1 2025 guidance projects revenues to decrease 8.5-12.5% QoQ due to seasonal factors, with gross margin expected around 30.5% and profit per diluted ADS between 9.0-11.0 cents.

Key developments include ongoing WLO technology implementation in CPO solutions, WiseEye AI progress with major notebook brands, and breakthrough achievements in smart door locks and palm vein authentication. The company showcased innovative display technologies at CES 2025, particularly in automotive and AR/VR segments.