An international innovation center for future ultra-high-definition technologies has recently opened in Shanghai's Jing'an district, aiming to become a global hub for cutting-edge Ultra HD development and application.

The center will establish technical clusters featuring high-performance and secure Ultra HD chips, intelligent Ultra HD micro-display terminals, and AI-generated content for Ultra HD platforms.

Emerging as a key player in Shanghai's Ultra HD audiovisual industry, Jing'an district has built a complete industry ecosystem spanning chip research and development, screen manufacturing, terminal applications, system integration, content production, and real-world deployment.

Nearly 100 enterprises are part of this ecosystem, with the total industry value approaching 50 billion yuan ($6.96 billion).

Innovations by these enterprises are already enhancing everyday life across China. From full-stack smart home platforms that combine large language models with AI assistants to AR-powered museum guides used nationwide and holographic interfaces for education and healthcare — these applications are just a few examples of how Ultra HD is being embedded into daily life.

Jing'an has also become a hotspot for immersive digital experiences. Metaverse showcases such as The Vanished Pharaoh, Epoch of Life, and Notre Dame Forever all debuted in the district, reflecting its growing reputation as a hub for next-gen media experiences.

To speed up growth, Jing'an has designated three prime buildings across its Shibei and Daning functional areas to house core industry players.

The district wants to accelerate collaboration by clustering the supply chain vertically — so upstream and downstream players can connect just by riding the elevator, according to a representative from the Jing’an Science and Economy Commission.

More spaces will be added as demand grows, with expansion plans tailored to the industry's evolving needs.

The district is also strengthening ties with universities and research institutes to boost R&D capacity. The new center will work closely with Shanghai University’s key laboratory for new display technologies and application integration. It will offer concept validation and pilot testing services in addition to facilitating the transfer and commercialization of research outcomes — helping link upstream and downstream players across the supply chain and fueling innovation throughout the ecosystem.

Source: Xinhua