Technical Terms - Hardware (A-Z) - OLED

What does OLED stand for?

• Optical Light Emitting Display

• Organic Light Emitting Diode

• Original Liquid Emitting Diode

• Organic Light Emitting Display

Which layer of an OLED screen is responsible for removing electrons when electrical current flows through it?

• Substrate

• Anode

• Conductive Layer

• Emissive Layer

What is the process called that OLEDs use to display light?

• Electrophosphorescence

• Electroplating

• Electrolysis

• Electrophoresis

What is the function of the Cathode in an OLED screen?

• Injects electrons into other layers

• Lights up when current is passed through

• Supports the panel

• Removes electrons

Why do OLED displays not require a backlight?

• They use reflective technology

• They have built-in flashlights

• Each LED lights up individually

• They are always used in bright environments

What determines the color of the light produced by OLEDs?

• The organic molecule in the emissive layer

• The conductive layer

• The substrate material

• The cathode material

What advantage do OLED displays have over LED/LCD displays?

• They are thicker

• They are less flexible

• They use more electricity

• They have darker blacks

Where have OLEDs been more commonly used due to their production costs?

• Tablets

• Smartphones

• Televisions

• Computer monitors

What is the top protective layer of an OLED screen typically made out of?

• Metal

• Glass

• Wood

• Plastic

How many layers does an OLED screen have?

• Four

• Five

• Seven

• Six