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Kopin Corporation reports developments in application-specific optical systems and high-performance microdisplays for defense, training, enterprise, industrial, consumer and medical products. Company news commonly covers OLED, MicroLED, AMLCD and FLCoS display technologies; display modules; eyepiece assemblies; projection modules; low-power ASICs; and head-mounted or vehicle-mounted vision systems sold as components and subassemblies.
Recurring updates include U.S. defense contracts for thermal-imaging assemblies, FPV drone optical modules, domestic OLED microdisplay manufacturing capability, strategic technology collaborations, and MicroLED-based optical interconnect work for AI infrastructure. Kopin also reports earnings, funded research and development activity, customer programs, manufacturing strategy, backlog-related updates, and balance-sheet or capital actions tied to its display and optical-systems business.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) will release its first-quarter 2021 financial results on May 4, 2021, at 8:30 AM ET. The earnings call will feature Dr. John C.C. Fan, President and CEO, alongside Richard Sneider, Treasurer and CFO, who will discuss the company's financial performance, strategic direction, and future outlook. Investors can join the call by dialing 1-800-437-2398 (U.S. and Canada) or 1-323-289-6576 (International). The event will also be broadcast live and archived on Kopin's Investor Relations website.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) announced that CEO Dr. John Fan will lead a three-part webinar series titled “AR and VR: The Paradigm Shift to Smartglasses Starts Now.” The series explores the past, present, and future of AR/VR solutions, highlighting successes, failures, and development roadmaps. The first session will be on April 27, 2021, focusing on historical insights; the second on May 12, 2021, discussing current advancements; and the final session on May 26, 2021, forecasting future trends. Dr. Fan's extensive experience underscores the ambition in AR/VR innovation.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) announced the incorporation of its CyberDisplay WQVGA LVS display and A230 Driver IC into Shearwater's NERD 2 diving computer. This device enables public safety divers to access essential diving data hands-free, enhancing safety during operations. The NERD 2 features a 428x240 resolution display, Bluetooth capability, and a long battery life of 18 hours. The partnership reflects Kopin's expansion in the public safety wearables market, emphasizing the critical role of their technology in life-saving rescue missions.
Kopin Corporation (Nasdaq: KOPN) reported robust financial results for Q4 and the full fiscal year ending December 26, 2020. Revenue grew 60% year-over-year in Q4, reaching $13.9 million, while total revenue for 2020 was $40.1 million, a 36% increase from 2019. Net income for Q4 was $1.3 million, a significant turnaround from a $7.3 million loss in the same quarter of 2019. Key growth sectors included defense products, which saw a 112% increase in Q4. However, public safety revenues declined due to Covid-19 impacts.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results on March 2, 2021, at 8:30 am ET. The discussion will be led by President and CEO Dr. John C.C. Fan and CFO Richard Sneider, focusing on the company's financial performance, strategy, and outlook. Interested parties can participate via phone or through a live and archived audio webcast on Kopin's website.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has partnered with HMDmd, INC. to develop a precision head-worn display system tailored for surgical applications. This device, leveraging Kopin's advanced microdisplay technology, aims to enhance surgeons' comfort and access to real-time data during operations. HMDmd, recognized for its wearable display innovations, will benefit from Kopin's display system experience. This collaboration is positioned to shorten product development timelines, boosting the adoption of medical-grade wearable displays in surgical environments.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) announced the launch of its Lightning® 2.6K x 2.6K OLED display on chip (DoC™) integrated into Panasonic’s VR Glasses at CES 2021. This cutting-edge microdisplay offers high resolution, high brightness (>1000 nits), and excellent color fidelity (>100% sRGB) with a contrast ratio over 10,000:1, enabling an advanced HDR experience. The VR Glasses feature a compact design for comfortable long-term use, paired with integrated audio for an immersive experience. Dr. John C.C. Fan, CEO, highlighted the collaborative development with Panasonic and 3M for the glasses' technology and design.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has signed a multi-year collaboration with Jade Bird Display to develop superbright monochrome LED microdisplays. Under this agreement, Jade Bird will supply LED wafers and hybrid bonding services for Kopin-designed Si backplane wafers, producing 2K x 2K microdisplays. This partnership enhances Kopin's portfolio, aiming for high-resolution displays with up to 4 million nits brightness, targeting applications in augmented and mixed reality. Both companies see complementary strengths in technology and production capabilities.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has announced that CFO Richard Sneider will present at the 23rd Annual Needham Virtual Growth Conference on January 15th at 2:00 PM ET. A live Webcast of the event will be available on Kopin's investor relations website. Kopin specializes in developing innovative display and optical technologies, including ultra-small AMLCD, LCOS, and OLED displays, which serve military, industrial, and consumer markets. For further details, visit their official site.
Kopin Corporation (NASDAQ: KOPN) has announced the shipment of its first production order of 720p OLED microdisplays for public safety applications, marking a significant milestone in its OLED microdisplay business. The 0.49-inch display features Kopin’s ColorMax technology, ensuring high color fidelity of over 90% sRGB average, and a duo-stack OLED structure for enhanced current efficiency. CEO Dr. John C.C. Fan highlighted this initial order as a proof-point for their fabless OLED business model and expressed optimism for future orders leveraging their technology.