TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT)

TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT) was founded in 2009 and focuses on the semiconductor display field. It operates a "3+2+N" business layout covering three core businesses and two emerging businesses, and builds a global operating network serving worldwide markets. Its advanced display technology brand is APEX. As of 2024, TCL Group had built 11 panel production lines and 7 manufacturing and R&D bases, with the world's second-largest LCD capacity and the world's largest LTPS capacity.

TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT) was founded in 2009 and is an innovative technology enterprise focused on the semiconductor display field. It continues TCL Group's mission to bring users forward-looking technological experiences and smart healthy living, with the vision to become a global leading display solutions provider. It builds front, middle, and back platforms to support high-efficiency operations. Through a "3+2+N" business layout, it serves customer scenario needs with full-scenario products, having formed three core businesses and two emerging businesses. As of 2024, TCL Group had built 11 panel production lines and 7 manufacturing and R&D bases, with the world's second-largest LCD capacity and the world's largest LTPS capacity. Its advanced display technology brand is APEX.

• 2025

  t8 G8.6 printed OLED (IJP OLED) panel production line begins construction; Oxide technology achieves mass production for mid-size tablets.

• 2024

  CSOT celebrates 15th anniversary; holds DTC2024 Global Display Ecosystem Conference in Guangzhou; reports 11 panel lines and over RMB 312.6 billion invested.

• 2023

  t10 G8.5 TFT-LCD line in Suzhou begins operation, the world's only line capable of applying 0.38mm glass substrates.

• 2022

  t5 G6 IT, automotive, and VR panel line begins operation.

• 2021

  t9+M9 G8.6 oxide semiconductor line announced, the world's only high-generation line compatible with LCD, Micro LED, and IJP OLED.

• 2020

  t7 G11 ultra-high-definition TV and commercial display panel line begins operation.

• 2019

  t4 G6 flexible OLED smartphone display panel line in Wuhan begins operation.

• 2018

  t6 G11 high-end TV and commercial display panel line begins operation, the world's highest-generation LCD line.

• 2016

  t3 G6 LTPS display panel line for high-end smartphones and notebooks begins operation, China's first 6th-generation LTPS line.

• 2013

  t2 G8.5 new-type TV panel line begins operation.

• 2010

  t1 G8.5 TV panel production line begins operation, China's first independently innovated LCD panel line.

• 2009

  TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology (CSOT) founded in Shenzhen, Guangdong.

Global leading display solutions provider; advanced display technology brand APEX.

• TV displays

  Large-size, 8K ultra-high-definition, ultra-narrow bezel displays with HVA technology, offering immersive experiences.

• APEX advanced display technology brand

  APEX is TCL CSOT's advanced display technology brand, committed to creating ultimate product experiences with globally leading technology.

• 2025

  US ITC finds infringement in Samsung patent case, issues limited exclusion order

  In 2025, Samsung Display sued TCL CSOT for infringing OLED and other patents; in 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) found the accused products infringing, issued a limited exclusion order and issued a cease-and-desist order against TCL North America. Exports of the related products to the United States were restricted.

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• 2022

  Lifting injury at Shenzhen T6 plant kills one

  On October 14, 2022, a lifting injury accident occurred at the plant of China Star Optoelectronics Semiconductor Display Technology Co., Ltd. in Guangming District, Shenzhen, causing one death; the related supplier and person in charge were recommended for administrative penalties. A rectification “look back” assessment was carried out after the accident investigation.

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• 2021.03.31

  Reported2021.04.06

  TCL Huaxing completes acquisition of Samsung Display's Suzhou interests[9]TCL华星完成收购三星显示苏州相关股权finance.sina.com.cn

  TCL Huaxing and Samsung Display completed the transfer of 60% of Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display, alongside Samsung Display's investment in TCL Huaxing. Operational handover was substantially completed from April 1, 2021.

• 2021.03.31

  TCL completes acquisition of Samsung Display's Suzhou display businesses[10]TCL完成收购三星显示苏州相关业务股权sc.stock.cnfol.com

  TCL Technology reported that the transfer of 60% of Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display was completed at midnight on March 31, 2021, and that Samsung Display's investment in TCL CSOT was also completed.

• 2020.08.31

  Reported2020.08.31

  TCL CSOT agrees to acquire Samsung's Suzhou display businesses[11]TCL华星签约收购三星苏州显示业务finance.sina.com.cn

  TCL Technology announced that its subsidiary TCL CSOT had signed agreements to acquire 60% of Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display for approximately $1.08 billion.

• 2020.08.28

  Reported2020.08.30

  TCL Huaxing agreed to acquire Samsung Display's Suzhou display businesses[12]TCL华星拟收购三星显示苏州相关业务股权finance.sina.com.cn

  TCL Huaxing signed agreements with Samsung Display to acquire 60% of Suzhou Samsung Electronics LCD Technology and 100% of Suzhou Samsung Display for approximately $10.8 billion.

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