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The RGB-MiniLED and Micro RGB LED technologies represent advancements in LCD TV backlighting, featuring individually controlled Red, Green, and Blue LEDs.
Hisense's RGB-MiniLED employs LEDs sized between 100 and 200 micrometers, while Samsung's Micro RGB LED uses LEDs under 100 micrometers for finer precision.
These technologies aim to improve color gamut, brightness, and HDR performance, reaching up to 100% of the BT.2020 color spectrum in certain models.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

* ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.