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Small Displays, Big Evolution:
Part 1 – The Next Generation Starts Here
How modern display technologies build on proven standards to unlock new possibilities. This evolution seamlessly connects the history of GLYN's 40-pin TFT family concept with the transition to the new 50-pin family concept, setting the stage for a comparison of display technology then and now.
For many years, 3.5" and 4.3" TFT displays have been among the most successful form factors for industrial HMI applications. Their compact size, easy integration and broad range of applications have made them a proven choice across millions of devices. Around ten years ago, GLYN established an industry benchmark with its 40-pin TFT family concept, which has since demonstrated its value in countless designs.
Like every successful family, display technology continues to evolve.
Today's HMI concepts demand greater usability, increased flexibility and more sophisticated designs. Devices are viewed from different angles, installed in a variety of orientations and are expected to deliver an outstanding user experience. This is where the new 50-pin family concept comes in, extending GLYN's proven TFT family strategy with the latest display technologies.
Modern User Experience with Familiar Ease
Viewing Angle Stability Matters
Viewing angle stability is particularly important for the popular 3.5" and 4.3" display sizes. These compact displays are frequently used in both portrait and landscape orientations and are integrated into a wide variety of installation scenarios. GLYN's proven TFT family concept, based on TN technology, provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for applications with a clearly defined viewing direction.
A Modern User Experience
The new 50-pin family concept takes display performance to the next level. Equipped with advanced IPS panels, it delivers consistent colors, contrast and image quality—even when viewed from the side. Especially in compact display formats, this results in a significantly more uniform visual appearance and a noticeably improved user experience.
Greater Design Flexibility
The new display generation gives developers greater freedom when designing devices and user interfaces. Whether developing a new product or enhancing an existing platform, GLYN's TFT family concept provides the ideal foundation for applications that demand both flexibility and premium visual performance.
While the proven 40-pin family concept remains the ideal choice for established applications with a fixed viewing direction, the new 50-pin family concept is designed for developers who require greater design freedom and maximum viewing angle stability.
Looking Ahead
In the next part of our "Displays Then and Now" series, we will compare the 5.0" and 5.7" display sizes and explain why brightness and extended operating temperature ranges have become more important than ever.
Experience the Difference
Order your first sample from the new 50-pin family concept today and discover the benefits of modern IPS technology in your own application. Our team will be happy to help you select the display size that best fits your design.