Partnering with UL Solutions to Officially Enter the 96Gbps Next-Generation High-Speed AV Transmission Market
TAIPEI, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As AI PCs, high-performance computing, high-refresh-rate gaming, professional AV, commercial displays, and immersive applications continue to evolve, global AV transmission technology is moving toward a new generation of higher bandwidth, higher resolution, and higher refresh rates.
Wieson Technologies announced that its independently developed WIESON Ultra96 Cable 2-meter has successfully completed testing and certification procedures with the HDMI Forum Authorized Testing Centers (ATC), officially obtaining HDMI® Ultra96 Cable certification, with the product model AB9856-40113020-00. This achievement marks an important technical and certification milestone for Wieson Technologies' HDMI® 2.2 Ultra96 Cable product, further establishing its position in the 96Gbps next-generation high-speed AV transmission product portfolio.
The product testing was conducted by UL Solutions, an HDMI Forum Authorized Testing Centers (ATC). Through UL Solutions' high-speed transmission product testing and verification services, Wieson Technologies completed the relevant certification process, demonstrating the company's technical capabilities in high-speed cable design, signal integrity, and product quality control.
HDMI® 2.2 represents an important development milestone in HDMI technology. Compared to the HDMI 2.1-era Ultra High Speed HDMI® Cable's maximum bandwidth of 48Gbps, the new-generation Ultra96 HDMI® Cable supports a maximum bandwidth of 96Gbps, providing new transmission capabilities for higher-resolution, higher-refresh-rate, and high-bandwidth AV applications.
HDMI® 2.2 also introduces the Latency Indication Protocol (LIP), helping to improve AV synchronization requirements in multi-device configurations environments; the Ultra96 HDMI® Cable provides the HDMI 2.2 ecosystem with a cable solution supporting up to 96Gbps of bandwidth.
According to HDMI® requirements, both Ultra96 HDMI® Cable and Ultra High Speed HDMI® Cable are covered under the Ultra HDMI Cable Certification Program. Different cable constructions and cable lengths are required to undergo the applicable testing and certification procedures.
Wieson Technologies has long specialized in high-speed connector and high-speed cable technology, continuously investing in high-frequency materials, signal integrity, impedance control, connector design, and high-speed product testing capabilities. The successful certification of the 2-meter Ultra96 Cable further validates Wieson's technical capability in developing next-generation high-speed AV transmission products.
For related products, please visit Wieson Technologies' official website: https://www.wieson.com/Ultra96HDMlCable
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Wieson Technologies' HDMI® 2.2 Ultra96 Cable Successfully Achieves HDMI® Certification
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- REDMAGIC, a global leader in gaming technology, today announces the arrival of the REDMAGIC Astra Gaming Tablet in South Korea as part of its global rollout. With flagship performance in a compact 9.06-inch design, the Astra 2 is built for gamers who demand sustained power, advanced cooling, and an immersive full-screen experience in a portable form.
Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and the dedicated RedCore R4 chip, the Astra 2 delivers major upgrades across processing, display responsiveness, thermal management, battery endurance, and system optimization. Combined with AquaCore Cooling System 2.0, REDMAGIC OS 11.5 based on Android 16, and a 2.4K OLED display with an industry-leading 185Hz refresh rate—the highest ever on a tablet—the Astra 2 ensures smoother gameplay, more stable frame rates, and consistent high performance during extended sessions.
Next-Generation Snapdragon Performance, Built for Sustained Gaming
At the core of the REDMAGIC Astra 2 is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, delivering what REDMAGIC describes as its most powerful Android tablet performance to date, built for demanding mobile gaming and high-performance multitasking with faster rendering, improved responsiveness, and enhanced power efficiency under sustained workloads. Supporting it is the dedicated RedCore R4 gaming chip, enabling customizable in-game effects, Qualcomm-driven 2K super-resolution, and intelligent power management. Working alongside Energy Cube 3.0, the proprietary system-level optimization engine dynamically allocates CPU, GPU, memory, cooling, and touch resources based on real-time gaming scenarios, improving frame rate stability and responsiveness while reducing power consumption and heat output.
Ultra-Responsive 185Hz OLED Display with 2.4K Visual Precision
The REDMAGIC Astra 2 features a 2.4K OLED panel (2,400 × 1,504 pixels) with sharp detail, vibrant color reproduction, and excellent visual clarity, built on advanced OLED material with a Full Black Integrated Polarizer (POL) for deeper blacks, improved brightness efficiency, and lower power consumption. The display supports an ultra-smooth 185Hz refresh rate and achieves up to 1,600 nits peak brightness and 1,100 nits global brightness. It is enhanced by a Synaptics S3930 touch system, delivering a 300Hz average touch sampling rate and up to 2,000Hz instant touch sampling for precise, low-latency input. The 9.06-inch display features a 90.1% screen-to-body ratio with ultra-slim 4.9mm bezels, and SGS-certified low blue light protection helps reduce eye strain.
AquaCore Cooling System 2.0: Advanced Liquid Cooling for Sustained Stability
The REDMAGIC Astra 2 introduces the advanced AquaCore Cooling System 2.0, combining flowing liquid cooling, Liquid Metal 3.0, and a large VC vapor chamber. As the industry's first tablet to feature liquid cooling, it integrates micron-level liquid flow channels, piezoelectric ceramic micropumps, and AI server-grade fluorinated coolant for efficient thermal conductivity. Liquid Metal 3.0 is positioned above the vapor chamber to rapidly transfer CPU heat, while the upgraded VC chamber features an industry-first 4D structure with dual-side protrusions for improved dissipation without increasing weight. The fully sealed system is non-conductive, leak-resistant, and operates across temperatures from -40°C to 70°C, helping maintain lower temperatures, reduce thermal throttling, and deliver stable gaming performance.
Long-Session Battery Life with Flexible Dual-Port Fast Charging
The REDMAGIC Astra 2 is equipped with an 8,300mAh dual-cell battery designed for extended gaming endurance. It supports up to 75W fast charging and can charge to full in as fast as 60 minutes through the USB 3.2 Gen 2 port. The dual Type-C design allows the short-side port to support up to 75W charging and the long-side port up to 40W, enabling flexible charging orientations. The system also supports two-way reverse charging, and the side USB-C port supports audio output for a cleaner gaming setup.
Pricing and Availability(Korea)
Astra 2 will be available on the official REDMAGIC online store and Coupang.
- Open Sales: September 23, 2026 (21:00 KST)
Official Store MSRP (Korea)
- 12GB+256GB: ₩1,249,000
- 16GB+512GB: ₩1,399,000
Pre-order Promotion (Sep 16–23, 2026, Official Store)
- ₩50,000 off all models
- Free charger
- Free Mora keychain（2 versions, random 1）
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About REDMAGIC
We established REDMAGIC in 2018 with the dream of making it the world's brand of choice for mobile gaming. Our motto, Win More Games, is brought to life by our collection of gaming gear that includes gaming phones and accessories, as well as PC equipment and devices to keep you connected to the internet. REDMAGIC has built a solid reputation with gamers worldwide for its performance, and we've amassed a global reach of 30 countries and regions to make us one of the best gaming smartphone manufacturers in the market.
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REDMAGIC Astra 2 Gaming Tablet Launches in Korea with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Debuting as the First Tablet with Liquid Cooling
