Producing these hybrid fullerene-quantum dot is a chemical process, rather than a traditional manufacturing one.

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The ability to control the spectral output of a quantum dot allows QDEF to create an ideal white backlight specifically designed for LCDs.

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The new sets add features like NFC, MHL and Miracast support to certain models, while the top of the line W900A is its first to use Quantum Dot technology in combination with edge LED lighting.

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But the same technique could be applied to other types as well, including quantum-dot and organic solar cells, the researchers say.

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Other competitors in the technology sector include: Dot Hill Systems Corp. (HILL), Quantum (QTM), and Overland Storage, Inc. (OVRL).

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