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The Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) news page on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, investor communications and regulatory updates related to its microdisplay and application-specific optical systems business. Kopin’s press releases describe its role as a developer and provider of high-performance microdisplays, optical modules and head-mounted and vehicle-mounted display systems for defense, training, enterprise, industrial, consumer and medical products.
Investors and industry followers can use this page to track corporate developments and strategic initiatives that Kopin discloses. Recent news items include participation in major defense and AR/VR industry events such as SHOT Show and SPIE AR/VR/MR, where the company showcases ruggedized, warfighter-focused display solutions and near-to-eye technologies for immersive applications. Other releases highlight new product demonstrations, including wireless simulated binoculars for training and simulation environments, and VR head-mounted displays for modern training scenarios.
Kopin’s news flow also covers strategic partnerships and capital transactions. The company has announced a strategic alliance and investment from Theon International Plc, focused on co-developing military-grade displays and color MicroLED products, as well as a private placement of common stock to fund color MicroLED development, Neuraldisplay artificial intelligence, and commercialization of microdisplays and optical solutions for first-person visualization for drones. Financial results releases provide quarterly performance data and commentary on defense, industrial, medical and research and development revenue categories.
By following this page, readers can review Kopin’s updates on technology roadmaps, executive appointments, conference participation, litigation updates, and material agreements disclosed via press releases and related SEC filings. The news feed offers a centralized view of how Kopin communicates its progress in microdisplay technologies, defense and AR/VR-related applications, and corporate finance activities.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has announced new orders for its OLED displays and silicon backplane products, indicating expanding customer interest in its technology. The company has begun shipping its Lightning 720p OLED microdisplays for thermal imaging applications, showcasing its power efficiency with ~160 mW consumption at 2000 nits. Additionally, it received orders for Lightning 2K OLED backplane wafers aimed at high-resolution AR and VR applications. This validates Kopin's fabless business model and confirms its competitive advantages in the display technology sector.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) reported a 14% revenue increase to $45.7 million for 2021, driven by a 41% rise in Industrial/Enterprise revenues and a 120% increase in Consumer revenues for OLED products. Although Q4 revenues fell by 5% due to lower defense product sales, the company highlighted a strong demand for spatial light modulators. A notable achievement was the introduction of All-Plastic Pancake Optics for Metaverse headsets and a 2.6K x 2.6K OLED Display-on-Chip demonstration. The company ended 2021 with a net loss of $13.7 million but maintained a solid cash position with no long-term debt.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) will announce its Q4 and full year 2021 financial results on March 8, 2022, at 8:30 am ET. The call will be led by CEO Dr. John C.C. Fan and CFO Richard Sneider, who will discuss financial outcomes, strategy, and future outlook. Interested participants can join via phone or through a live audio webcast on their website.
Kopin develops innovative wearable technologies, critical components for various sectors.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN), a leader in wearable computing technologies, announced that CFO Richard Sneider will present at the 24th Annual Needham Virtual Growth Conference on January 12 at 8:30 AM ET (5:30 AM PT). A live webcast will be available on Kopin's investor relations website. Kopin specializes in innovative display and optical technologies for defense, industrial, and consumer products, including AMLCD, LCOS, and OLED displays. For further details, visit Kopin's investor events page.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) unveiled its new all-plastic Pancake optics (P80) compatible with its 1.3” 2.6K x 2.6K OLED microdisplay, aimed at enhancing virtual reality (VR) experiences. This optics design ensures compact, lightweight VR glasses with a comfortable fit, featuring a 77° field-of-view and long eye relief. The system supports high brightness (over 1000 nits), excellent color fidelity, and frame rates up to 120 Hz. These innovations are presented as the next step towards user-friendly, high-performance VR technology, set to be showcased on January 6th at an event in Las Vegas.
Kopin Corporation partners with Shiftall Inc. to showcase the MeganeX, an advanced virtual-reality headset, at CES 2022. The device features 2.6K x 2.6K OLED displays and all-plastic Pancake optics for improved image quality and comfort. With a lightweight design, high frame rates, and adjustments for interpupillary distance, the MeganeX aims to enhance VR experiences. It will be presented at the Panasonic booth and Kopin’s suite, highlighting their collaboration in VR technology.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) announced its supply of the upgraded Golden Pearl display module to RealWear for the recently launched RealWear Navigator 500, designed for industrial workers. The new module features a 0.32”, 24-bit full color, high-brightness LCD microdisplay, ensuring usability in bright environments.
CEO Dr. John C.C. Fan highlighted the display's efficiency for long-term use without eye strain, while RealWear's CEO praised the strategic partnership that enhances their products' performance and customer satisfaction.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) is set to host a reception and Fireside Chat at CES 2022 in Las Vegas on January 6, focusing on the Metaverse. The event features insights from Dr. John C. C. Fan and Chris Chinnock, alongside industry leaders. Attendees can enjoy refreshments and watch the Fireside Chat live on Facebook or YouTube. Kopin will also showcase groundbreaking microdisplays, including OLED technology for VR and AR applications, from January 5-7. This event underscores Kopin's commitment to innovation in display technologies.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has received a $19.8 million order for its eyepiece subassembly used in the US Army's Family of Weapon Sight-Individual (FWS-I) thermal sight system. This order is part of a growing trend, bringing total production orders for FWS-I components to over $50 million. The company emphasizes its capability in designing and manufacturing complex microdisplay modules. Scheduled deliveries are set for Q4 2022.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has commenced production deliveries of its Brillian Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Displays (AMLCD) for the US Army's Common Helmet Mounted Display (CHMD) System, an order worth $3.5 million. The program is expected to generate potential revenues of $30 million over the coming years. The Brillian displays offer brightness exceeding 34,000 nits and contrast ratios above 500:1, enhancing pilots' situational awareness. This development follows a multi-year effort to advance display technology for military applications.