Why 2023 OLED TVs Will Be the Brightest & Best Yet | MLA (Micro Lens Array) Explained

LG Display's third-generation OLED panels include a new technology that promises peak brightness up to 2100 nits and better off-angle viewing, all without a single extra watt of power. How did they do it? The new tech -- call it MLA, META, Brightness Booster Max, or whatever -- is remarkably simple, yet effective. Here's how it works, why the best TVs and computer monitors will have it, and whether you might want MLA in your next TV.

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00:00 Intro
01:01 MLA Naming Conventions
02:32 Micro Lens Array Explained
05:23 Software & Processing
06:07 Brightness Claims
06:55 MLA vs QD-OLED
08:52 Final Thoughts

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[mike]

4:52 I absolutely love how interesting this is, the engineering aspects of it are as I absolutely love how interesting this is, and how cool is it where they get their inspiration

[paulh]

Caleb, you are my favorite Digital Trends host. Sometimes I skip the videos when you are not presenting. You do so much better than the other hosts. You have a unique perspective for "nit-nerds" and general folks. I can't wait for your Nikamechi Dragon "sound bar" review.

[dcaseng]

This is really impressive because it doesn't require extra power, or a way to cool the panel. It's pretty simple in concept, and the boost in brightness is pretty large.
It also doesn't sound like something that should be a huge additional expense. MicroLED is the holy grail, but this looks like something that should deliver all the brightness you could need.
9:03 "That Magenta looked fire AF!" Lol

[pukeko]

When I first heard about MLA I thought about one lens per pixel, but 5000? I am deeply impressed.

[trapt]

I’ve had three oleds and brightness has never been an issue for me. Currently own a lg g2 and it’s plenty bright.

[rufdymond]

I think that final point about perception is an important one - I’ve owned a Panasonic LZ2000 (I’m U.K. based) for a couple of months now, which I’m 100% happy with. My shortlist was the Panasonic and the Sony A95K both of which I got to audition in a dark room. What I can say is that the differences between the two sets was very small, with the Sony sometimes looking better and other times the Panasonic looking better.

In the end, considering the price difference (the Sony was nearly £700 more at the time) there is no way it could command that extra price for what I was seeing with my eyes. What this shows is that although on paper the Sony had the supposed superior tech, when you have the engineering prowess of a company like Panasonic, things are not so clear cut. I’ve learned over the years through my love of HI-Fi that one amp can have inferior specs to another, but still sound significantly better - the same is true with TV’s. At the end of the day, you’re not watching a spec sheet, you’re watching or listening to the end result of that spec sheet, a subtle, but important difference.

[mike]

8:47 you make some really good points here!

[MagnusPaul]

I am so glad that I still have my old CRT's today... 40 years later and still going strong ! 😅👍👌

[random_n]

Conventional logic that a lens can only focus or disperse light would expect viewing angles to be reduced in exchange for greater brightness. That they've boosted both just by using more lenses is some deep wizardry. Can't wait to see it in person!

[jimmycheak]

I have the LG C9. A mythical Oled that it’s very impressive to todays standard yet. But the only thing I wish it has, is a better brightness.

[Investor]

Great review of MLA tech Caleb. Very witty, funny and clever review.

[GeoffStrickland]

It's an OLED world and I'm here for it.

[johnlyons]

Reminds me of the difference between reflector and projector car headlight assemblies

[JuanLopez-vflc]

That magenta looked fire AF, hahahaha good 1 make my day!!. Thanks as usual for great content!! Saludos desde Colombia 🇨🇴

[TheCrazeturk]

The great thing about MLA is that it’s a passive technology. In theory, it could be added to any display and increase its efficiency.

[KushalSingh-dejn]

This man saying pop words has made my week. I love you tv man.

[phader]

Could MLA be on Micro LED and QD-OLED? Also if it’s on Micro LED would that be able to improve it’s viewing angles?

[leeroy]

So, how long until we get QD-OLED TVs with MLA?

[dennistaylor]

What is the best Panasonic tv 65 inch to buy thanks.

[flow]

MLA sounds great but I’m wondering what Sony has up they’re sleeve with QD-OLED.