SHANGHAI, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL CSOT's Natural-Spectrum Slim Pad Display was awarded the world's first SGS Quasi-Natural Light Spectrum EX certification at MWC Shanghai 2025. Recognized for its outstanding performance in spectrum optimization and wide color gamut, it is the first display to pass this rigorous certification globally. With it, TCL CSOT sets an industry benchmark in eye-care display technology, bringing visuals closer to the natural light spectrum.
TCL CSOT's Quasi-Natural Light Spectrum Display Technology:
Advancing Eye-care and Image Quality
With display screens now central to everyday life and adopted at increasingly early ages, consumers are placing greater emphasis on eye-friendly, high-performance, and ultra-portable devices. TCL CSOT has continuously increased its investment in eye-care technology research and development, introducing Quasi-Natural Light Spectrum Display Technology.
By optimizing both BLU and RGB color filter solutions, TCL CSOT's quasi-natural light spectrum display technology achieves a full-spectral light composition that closely resembles natural sunlight, which is beneficial for physiological rhythms. During the day, it promotes dopamine secretion in the retina, helping to prevent nearsightedness. At night, it reduces the melatonin suppression, minimizing the impact on sleep.
Certified Performance:
SGS Endorses TCL CSOT's Innovation in Eye-Care Display
SGS is the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. It recently introduced the industry's first standard for quasi-natural light spectrum displays, the PT-25-000-203860 Quasi-Natural Light Spectrum Certification Assessment Technical Specification, which uses measurable scientific indicators to evaluate display optical performance.
Research shows that a key concern to visual fatigue is the spectral mismatch between artificial and natural light. The SGS standard addresses this by simulating the spectral distribution of natural light, helping optimize display lighting at the source.
According to the standard, products must pass the following rigorous tests:
Quasi-Natural Light Index (QNLI): This measures how closely the product's spectrum matches natural light.
Testing Principle: It compares the product's spectrum with that of natural light at midday, calculating the conformity within the 380-780nm visible spectrum.
In a comprehensive evaluation conducted by the SGS technical team, TCL CSOT's Natural-Spectrum Slim Pad Display achieved a QNLI score of 56%, significantly surpassing the threshold required for EX-grade.
"Earning the world's first SGS Quasi-Natural Light Spectrum EX certification for our Natural-Spectrum Slim Pad Display is a strong recognition of our eye-care display technology," said Jou Ming-Jong, Chief of the Technology Planning Center at TCL CSOT. "From circular polarizer innovations and low blue light to anti-glare, and now quasi-natural light spectrum technologies, we have built a robust IP portfolio and remain committed to setting new standards for visual well-being through close collaboration with leading third-party institutions like SGS.
Zhao Hui, Vice President of SGS China, added， "TCL CSOT's innovative approach exemplifies the application potential of quasi-natural light spectrum technology in consumer electronics. We expect more industry partners to follow suit, collectively advancing a healthier light environment across the industry."
TCL CSOT, guided by its advanced display technology brand APEX, is committed to delivering an unparalleled product experience through cutting-edge innovation in the semiconductor display industry. Characterized by high-end display products that amaze consumers, protect the health of users and the planet and push the boundaries of imagination, APEX offers consumers worldwide exceptional visual and sensory enjoyment. Looking ahead, TCL CSOT will continue to focus on the evolving needs of visual well-being, bringing intelligent, healthier experiences to more users around the globe.
About TCL CSOT
Established in 2009, TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (TCL CSOT) is a leading global innovator in display technologies. Its LCD, OLED, and MLED solutions power applications across TVs, smartphones, tablets, laptops, monitors, automotive systems, VR/XR, and commercial displays. With a clear strategic direction set by its advanced display technology brand APEX, TCL CSOT invests continuously and strategically in R&D, driven by a mission to amaze, protect and inspire all people through endlessly innovative display technology. As part of TCL's Worldwide Olympic Partnership, TCL CSOT is proud to deliver display solutions that elevate experiences on the global stage.
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TCL CSOT Awarded World's First SGS Certification for Quasi-Natural Light Spectrum Displays
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MANCHESTER, England, Dec. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Robert De Niro visited Manchester with fellow Nobu Hospitality founders Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper, joining Salboy on site to mark the Nobu Manchester groundbreaking and the next stage of the project's delivery.
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- The ceremony was hosted by the Nobu Hospitality founders (Robert De Niro, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper) and Salboy's co-founders (Fred Done and Simon Ismail).
- Ceremony marks the symbolic first step towards a 246-metre tower, expected to be the UK's tallest building outside London
- The tower will include a signature Nobu restaurant, a 160-room hotel and 452 Branded Residences
- Regenerates a 40,500 sq ft brownfield site in an industrially historic city centre location
The founders of Nobu Hospitality joined Salboy, the Manchester property development and funding company and leading Manchester developer, to celebrate the Nobu Manchester groundbreaking ceremony on the site of Manchester's newest skyscraper. The project represents a significant moment for UK property, bringing global hospitality and Branded Residences to Manchester.
Standing at 246 metres when it is expected to be completed in 2031, the tower will transform the fast-evolving Manchester skyline and bring a fresh new approach to sophisticated living and first-class dining to the city's residents and visitors.
Developed in a partnership between Nobu Hospitality, Salboy and construction firm Domis, the tower will be home to a signature Nobu restaurant (Nobu Manchester), a 160-room luxury hotel (Nobu Hotel Manchester), and 452 Branded Residences (Nobu Residences Manchester). Together, these assets will cater to property buyers, locals, and visitors seeking sophisticated living and hospitality experiences in the UK's fastest-growing city.
The partners have announced that the Nobu restaurant, serving a world-class and endlessly innovative Japanese dining experience, will be situated on the ground floor of the tower, among the site's original Grade 2 listed, Victorian viaduct arches. The vast brick arches will imbue the space with a strong sense of the city's industrial heritage, marrying centuries-old architecture with modern cuisines.
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa opened his first restaurant, Matsuhisa, in Los Angeles in 1987. After partnering with actor Robert De Niro, he opened the first Nobu restaurant in New York in 1994 and, since then, has taken his inimitable approach to creating memorable dining experiences in over 50 restaurants worldwide. In 2013, the first Nobu Hotel opened in Las Vegas, paving the way for Chef Nobu, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper to bring Chef Nobu's famed attention to detail, innovation, and flair to luxury hotels and branded residences.
The Nobu Residences Manchester, a collection of Branded Residences, mark Nobu's entry into the UK's luxury real estate market. Not only will the residences on the upper levels be some of the highest apartments and penthouses in Western Europe, but every property will be designed with refined Japanese-inspired interiors, and residences will enjoy premium amenities, including an exclusive swimming pool, a podium garden offering panoramic views over the city, a gym, and access to Nobu dining.
The Salboy and Nobu Hospitality teams are collaborating with award-winning designers, Bowley James Brindley, to develop interiors that uniquely marry Nobu's commitment to elevated curated living experiences with a strong sense of Manchester's industrial and cultural heritage as well as its position on the contemporary world stage.
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, Nobu Hospitality's Shareholders, commented: "Breaking ground in Manchester is a defining moment for Nobu in the UK — our first venture beyond London, and the introduction of Nobu Residences to this market. This landmark project — encompassing a hotel, restaurant and residences — marks the debut of Nobu Residences in the United Kingdom. Manchester's global outlook and dynamic spirit align perfectly with the Nobu brand. We're proud to bring our signature hospitality, dining and design to the city, and excited to offer both guests and residents an authentic Nobu experience."
Fred Done, Co-founder of Salboy, said: "Ten years ago, Simon Ismail and I founded Salboy with a clear vision: to change Manchester's skyline. I believe we are doing just that. I've been fortunate to experience exceptional cuisine and hospitality around the world, which is why we chose Nobu as our partner to help realise that vision. Best in class, best in creativity, the best of the best. This is our pièce de résistance— exactly what we wanted to bring to Manchester, the city of firsts. This is why it's so fantastic to welcome Nobu to our wonderful city."
Simon Ismail, Co-founder and MD of Salboy, added: "Chef Nobu's 30-year influence on our culinary tastes can not be understated and I look forward with huge anticipation for the impact he and his team have on Manchester's established and ambitious dining scene. As a proud Salfordian too, I'm keen to see how Chef Nobu and his team blend local produce and influences from the Northwest's culinary heritage into the dishes and flavours they are famous for. Beyond the signature restaurant, which will look magnificent under the Victorian arches, being part of Nobu's journey to extend its leadership in the global luxury hospitality and property markets is an honour. Manchester deserves luxury accommodation to match its growing position on the international stage and the Nobu team has the imagination and track record to make that happen."
The event comes as Domis, a partner on the scheme, has started enabling works on site with intentions to start construction next year. Salboy expects to launch sales for Nobu Residences Manchester in 2026.
About Salboy
Salboy is an award-winning property company that develops and funds high quality housing and mixed-use developments across the UK. From city-centre skyscrapers to landscaped communities of family homes, Salboy unlocks the potential of regeneration-led sites to create thoughtful, inspiring places that will thrive for generations.
Founded in 2014 by Fred Done (founder of Betfred) and Simon Ismail, Salboy has delivered more than 4,000 new homes in sought-after city locations. The company has £2 billion of property in development, 76 active sites nationwide and a pipeline of projects worth more than £2 billion.
Salboy is Manchester and Salford's most recognisable and prolific developers, with 14 active city-centre sites across the two cities. The company previously launched Manchester's first branded residences and five-star hotel, W Hotel Manchester and W Residences Manchester, in partnership with Manchester United legend Gary Neville. From branded residences and luxury hotels to commercial space and affordable homes, Salboy is at the forefront of regeneration in the North West, creating places to live and work for the people who choose Manchester and Salford to study, build careers and put down roots.
www.salboy.com
MANCHESTER, England, Dec. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Robert De Niro visited Manchester with fellow Nobu Hospitality founders Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper, joining Salboy on site to mark the Nobu Manchester groundbreaking and the next stage of the project's delivery.
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- The ceremony was hosted by the Nobu Hospitality founders (Robert De Niro, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Meir Teper) and Salboy's co-founders (Fred Done and Simon Ismail).
- Ceremony marks the symbolic first step towards a 246-metre tower, expected to be the UK's tallest building outside London
- The tower will include a signature Nobu restaurant, a 160-room hotel and 452 Branded Residences
- Regenerates a 40,500 sq ft brownfield site in an industrially historic city centre location
The founders of Nobu Hospitality joined Salboy, the Manchester property development and funding company and leading Manchester developer, to celebrate the Nobu Manchester groundbreaking ceremony on the site of Manchester's newest skyscraper. The project represents a significant moment for UK property, bringing global hospitality and Branded Residences to Manchester.
Standing at 246 metres when it is expected to be completed in 2031, the tower will transform the fast-evolving Manchester skyline and bring a fresh new approach to sophisticated living and first-class dining to the city's residents and visitors.
Developed in a partnership between Nobu Hospitality, Salboy and construction firm Domis, the tower will be home to a signature Nobu restaurant (Nobu Manchester), a 160-room luxury hotel (Nobu Hotel Manchester), and 452 Branded Residences (Nobu Residences Manchester). Together, these assets will cater to property buyers, locals, and visitors seeking sophisticated living and hospitality experiences in the UK's fastest-growing city.
The partners have announced that the Nobu restaurant, serving a world-class and endlessly innovative Japanese dining experience, will be situated on the ground floor of the tower, among the site's original Grade 2 listed, Victorian viaduct arches. The vast brick arches will imbue the space with a strong sense of the city's industrial heritage, marrying centuries-old architecture with modern cuisines.
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa opened his first restaurant, Matsuhisa, in Los Angeles in 1987. After partnering with actor Robert De Niro, he opened the first Nobu restaurant in New York in 1994 and, since then, has taken his inimitable approach to creating memorable dining experiences in over 50 restaurants worldwide. In 2013, the first Nobu Hotel opened in Las Vegas, paving the way for Chef Nobu, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper to bring Chef Nobu's famed attention to detail, innovation, and flair to luxury hotels and branded residences.
The Nobu Residences Manchester, a collection of Branded Residences, mark Nobu's entry into the UK's luxury real estate market. Not only will the residences on the upper levels be some of the highest apartments and penthouses in Western Europe, but every property will be designed with refined Japanese-inspired interiors, and residences will enjoy premium amenities, including an exclusive swimming pool, a podium garden offering panoramic views over the city, a gym, and access to Nobu dining.
The Salboy and Nobu Hospitality teams are collaborating with award-winning designers, Bowley James Brindley, to develop interiors that uniquely marry Nobu's commitment to elevated curated living experiences with a strong sense of Manchester's industrial and cultural heritage as well as its position on the contemporary world stage.
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, Nobu Hospitality's Shareholders, commented: "Breaking ground in Manchester is a defining moment for Nobu in the UK — our first venture beyond London, and the introduction of Nobu Residences to this market. This landmark project — encompassing a hotel, restaurant and residences — marks the debut of Nobu Residences in the United Kingdom. Manchester's global outlook and dynamic spirit align perfectly with the Nobu brand. We're proud to bring our signature hospitality, dining and design to the city, and excited to offer both guests and residents an authentic Nobu experience."
Fred Done, Co-founder of Salboy, said: "Ten years ago, Simon Ismail and I founded Salboy with a clear vision: to change Manchester's skyline. I believe we are doing just that. I've been fortunate to experience exceptional cuisine and hospitality around the world, which is why we chose Nobu as our partner to help realise that vision. Best in class, best in creativity, the best of the best. This is our pièce de résistance— exactly what we wanted to bring to Manchester, the city of firsts. This is why it's so fantastic to welcome Nobu to our wonderful city."
Simon Ismail, Co-founder and MD of Salboy, added: "Chef Nobu's 30-year influence on our culinary tastes can not be understated and I look forward with huge anticipation for the impact he and his team have on Manchester's established and ambitious dining scene. As a proud Salfordian too, I'm keen to see how Chef Nobu and his team blend local produce and influences from the Northwest's culinary heritage into the dishes and flavours they are famous for. Beyond the signature restaurant, which will look magnificent under the Victorian arches, being part of Nobu's journey to extend its leadership in the global luxury hospitality and property markets is an honour. Manchester deserves luxury accommodation to match its growing position on the international stage and the Nobu team has the imagination and track record to make that happen."
The event comes as Domis, a partner on the scheme, has started enabling works on site with intentions to start construction next year. Salboy expects to launch sales for Nobu Residences Manchester in 2026.
About Salboy
Salboy is an award-winning property company that develops and funds high quality housing and mixed-use developments across the UK. From city-centre skyscrapers to landscaped communities of family homes, Salboy unlocks the potential of regeneration-led sites to create thoughtful, inspiring places that will thrive for generations.
Founded in 2014 by Fred Done (founder of Betfred) and Simon Ismail, Salboy has delivered more than 4,000 new homes in sought-after city locations. The company has £2 billion of property in development, 76 active sites nationwide and a pipeline of projects worth more than £2 billion.
Salboy is Manchester and Salford's most recognisable and prolific developers, with 14 active city-centre sites across the two cities. The company previously launched Manchester's first branded residences and five-star hotel, W Hotel Manchester and W Residences Manchester, in partnership with Manchester United legend Gary Neville. From branded residences and luxury hotels to commercial space and affordable homes, Salboy is at the forefront of regeneration in the North West, creating places to live and work for the people who choose Manchester and Salford to study, build careers and put down roots.
www.salboy.com
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Nobu Manchester breaks ground as Robert De Niro visits Manchester with Salboy
Nobu Manchester breaks ground as Robert De Niro visits Manchester with Salboy
Nobu Manchester breaks ground as Robert De Niro visits Manchester with Salboy
Nobu Manchester breaks ground as Robert De Niro visits Manchester with Salboy
Nobu Manchester breaks ground as Robert De Niro visits Manchester with Salboy
