Researchers have developed upgraded bi-directional OLEDs, capable of displaying graphics, working as a camera and supporting measuring tools.
The team at Fraunhofer IPMS has built the new panels on previous iterations, tipped for use in head-up displays. This makes them useful not only for augmented reality through interactive headwear, but also for inspection applications. This could open the opportunities for machine integration further, reports Slashgear.
The proximity measuring technology could potentially see, smartphones and tablets gain advanced hover-recognition. By tracking the distance of a finger from the display, such products could respond to 3D gestures and swipes.
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Bi-directional OLEDs track distance, could spawn 3D touchscreens
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