Philips: the light bulb will die soon

Posted on Tuesday, October 18 2005 @ 11:32 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Philips claims lightbulb manufacturing will soon disappear to be replaced by solid state LEDs.

Solid state lighting is a good example of future trends. An entire industry producing lightbulbs will vanish in favour of LEDs which will be able to match the colours of furniture or even clothes. Philips has woven LEDs into cushions and into fabrics. You can send an SMS to a light emitting cushion with the message I love you.

More info at The Inquirer.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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