News: LEDs
3 February 2026
Cree LED unveils OptiLamp LEDs with active intelligence in every pixel
Cree LED Inc of Durham, NC, USA (a Penguin Solutions brand) has launched OptiLamp LEDs, a new display technology that integrates driver and control intelligence directly into every LED pixel. Built on patented Cree LED technology, the OptiLamp portfolio is said to advance LED display design by delivering superior image quality with reduced power consumption and a streamlined system architecture.
Unlike conventional LED displays that rely on external driver ICs and multiplexing, OptiLamp LEDs actively manage output and health at the pixel level, inside the LED package. This embedded intelligence is said to enable thinner, lighter and more reliable displays while reducing manufacturing complexity, material costs, and long-term maintenance.
“OptiLamp technology redefines how LED displays are designed and operated, setting a new standard for large- and small-scale display performance, clarity and power efficiency,” claims president Joe Clark. “With intelligence built into every pixel, the technology not only simplifies deployment at the system level, it also enables customers to deliver end products with brighter visuals, crisper images and higher efficiency – continuing to expand the capabilities of display technology.”
OptiLamp technology is claimed to deliver enhanced brightness, true 1/1 scan operation and precise pixel-level control, eliminating scan lines, image tearing and synchronization artifacts. With 24-bit control per channel, the new LEDs produce ultra-smooth color gradations, deep contrast and exceptional visual fidelity for both live viewing and on-camera applications, adds the firm.
Power efficiency is also significantly improved, delivering meaningful energy savings at normal brightness levels, supporting sustainability goals while reducing operating costs and improving return on investment. In addition, OptiLamp LEDs feature built-in monitoring and calibration data, enabling proactive maintenance, faster field repairs and consistent performance throughout the display’s lifetime.
Cree LED says that, with this new OptiLamp technology, it sets a new standard for LED display performance, efficiency and system simplicity – unlocking next-generation designs and expanded application possibilities across the display industry.
A live OptiLamp demonstration with Cree LED’s brand partner LED Studio is being featured at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 in Barcelona, Spain (3-6 February).
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