Foundational Physics

The Quantum Mechanics of Stuck Pixels

Technical analysis of sub-pixel transistors and the physical causes of voltage-based liquid crystal locking.

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IPS Glow vs. Backlight Bleed

Using optical polarization physics to distinguish inherent panel characteristics from mechanical defects.

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RGB vs. PenTile Subpixel Layouts

How sub-pixel arrangements in Samsung and LG panels impact diagnostic clarity and effective PPI.

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Industry Standards

Why Video Bitrate Destroys Accuracy

Why YouTube test videos are unsuitable for diagnostics and the necessity of raw GPU-level rendering.

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From SMPTE Bars to HDR Standards

Tracing the evolution of monitor calibration from analog broadcast to modern 10-bit mastering.

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sRGB, DCI-P3, and Rec.2020

Understanding CIE 1931 chromaticity coordinates and color mapping in professional spectrum audits.

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Panel Care & Longevity

OLED Longevity Standards

Professional protocols for mitigating organic degradation, pixel shifting, and thermal management.

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Image Retention vs. Permanent Burn-in

Comparing charge accumulation in LCD layers versus chemical decay in self-emissive OLED elements.

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Chemical Safety of Display Coatings

Molecular analysis of AG and AR coatings and the risks of chemical solvents on modern panels.

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Diagnostics & Case Studies

2025 MacBook Pro Display Audit

NEW CASE STUDY: A professional report on Mini-LED blooming and local dimming on the latest M4/M5 XDR panels.

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The Guide to Backlight Bleeding

Categorizing manufacturing tolerances and establishing professional criteria for warranty claims (RMA).

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Motion Blur & Ghosting Physics

Understanding GtG vs. MPRT and how voltage overshoot creates corona artifacts in gaming monitors.

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History of Major Display Recalls

Documenting industrial failure cases, from early AMOLED scandals to flagship laptop coating defects.

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