Deepening Collaboration Following MicroLED Technology Breakthroughs to Propel Global AR and Micro-Display Development!

【2024.12.24 Taipei】Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”) (TWSE: 2317) has announced a partnership with Porotech to enter the augmented reality (AR) glasses market. Leveraging Porotech’s cutting-edge gallium nitride (GaN) technology and Foxconn’s vertically integrated services, from MicroLED wafer processing to packaging and optical modules, the collaboration aims to meet the demands for micro-

display chips and AR glasses production. Together, they will provide high-performance, high-brightness, compact, and lightweight AR display solutions to advance global AR and micro-display technology development.

As part of the partnership, Foxconn will accelerate its strategic expansion in AR and

MicroLED technologies. The company plans to establish a MicroLED wafer processing production line in Taichung, with mass production slated to begin in Q4 2025. This will cater to the needs of future mainstream global clients.

Foxconn views the AR market as a promising growth area. The launch of this new facility is expected to position Taiwan as a critical hub for AR glasses and MicroLED technologies while further strengthening Foxconn’s competitive edge in related industries.

Commenting on the collaboration, Dr. Bob Chen, General Manager of Foxconn’s S Business Group, stated,

“Following last year’s record-breaking brightness achievement in uLED, we are advancing our R&D outcomes toward mass production by partnering with Porotech this year. Together, we aim to lead a new era of MicroLED technology and deliver compact, high-performance solutions to the global market as soon as possible.”

Porotech CEO and Founder Dr. Tongtong Zhu added,

“Our collaboration with Foxconn in the MicroLED micro-display and augmented reality sectors has already shown promising results. This investment will further accelerate the mass production of MicroLEDs. We look forward to showcasing the exceptional outcomes of this partnership to the world soon.”

About Foxconn

Established in 1974 in Taiwan, Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”) (TWSE:2317) is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and leading technological solutions provider, ranking 32nd among the Fortune Global 500. In 2023, revenue totaled TWD6.162 trillion (approx. USD198 billion or EUR183 billion). The Group’s market share in electronics manufacturing services (EMS) exceeds 40% and covers four major product segments: smart consumer electronics; cloud and networking; computing; and components and others. The Group operates 205 campuses across 24 countries and is one of the world’s largest employers with approx. 900,000 employees during peak manufacturing season. The Group has expanded its capabilities into the development of electric vehicles, digital health, and robotics, and three key technologies – next-generation communications technology, AI, and semiconductors – which are key to driving its long-term growth strategy. It is dedicated to championing environmental sustainability in the manufacturing process and serving as a best-practice model for global enterprises.

For more information, visit www.honhai.com

ABOUT POROTECH

Poro Technologies Ltd (Porotech), headquartered in Cambridge, UK, with an R&D center in Hsinchu, Taiwan, is a global pioneer in semiconductor innovation, driving transformative advancements in Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Powered by its proprietary PoroGaN® platform and groundbreaking gallium nitride (GaN) technologies, Porotech delivers revolutionary MicroLED solutions, including full-spectrum color emission and unmatched display versatility through Dynamic Pixel Tuning® (DPT®). In AI, Porotech’s advanced photonic technologies are redefining possibilities in optical communication, co-packaged optics, AI infrastructure, pattern recognition, and optical computing and processing, enabling ultra-efficient, high-speed data transfer and next-generation computing architectures.

With over 150 core global patents, Porotech’s expertise in material innovation, semiconductor compatible processes, advanced manufacturing, and optical design underpins its leadership in AR and AI markets. Strategic collaborations with leading international partners accelerate the commercialization and mass production of its cutting-edge technologies. Expanding its presence in Taiwan with production bases in Hsinchu, Taichung, and Tainan, Porotech is positioned to deliver scalable, competitive solutions to the global market from early 2025.

Driven by a commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence, Porotech continues to shape the future of semiconductor technology, empowering transformative applications and setting benchmarks for the next generation of AR and AI technologies.

For more information, visit: www.porotech.com