Installing a large-scale, multi-section television on a wall presents significant challenges, requiring specialized brackets for each section, concealed cabling within the structure to link the parts, multiple image processors to deliver content across the screens, and potentially a decorative cover to conceal wiring mess.
During this week's CES event—where the company will also demonstrate its upcoming wireless television series, initially revealed in late 2022—Displace aims to simplify the setup of enormous screen setups dramatically. The 4K OLED Displace Wall can be attached in only 30 minutes, eliminating the necessity for drilling or structural covers to manage cables.
Available in two configurations—a 110-inch 4K screen assembled from four 55-inch units, and a 130-inch option built with four 65-inch sections—the Displace Wall features a proprietary frame that utilizes 'active-loop' suction mechanism, allowing it to adhere directly to any surface.
In addition to avoiding additional support hardware, the Displace Wall eliminates the need for separate image controllers. Each section includes built-in capabilities for multi-screen operation, with one designated 'host' unit serving as the central hub that links to the rest of the assembly.
For energy supply, the Displace Wall uses a detachable 10,000 mAh/46.8-volt power pack, removing the requirement for electrical cords. The duration this battery sustains operation remains unclear; inquiries have been sent to Displace for further information.
Operating on Displace OS 2.0, a system oriented toward 'ambient computing' that transforms the slim 1.26-inch panels into interactive smart interfaces, the Displace Wall supports displaying one expansive video across the array or independent streams on each section, as stated by the manufacturer. Users can also extend content from a single panel to the entire setup using a basic motion.
On the hardware side, the Displace Wall is equipped with an 8-core Intel N-300 processor featuring onboard graphics, 32GB of memory, and 256GB of internal storage. The individual panels support resolutions up to 40K at 30Hz. The system functions entirely without wires, though the host panel includes an HDMI input for linking outside devices that support the standard.
Prospective buyers should note the high cost before considering the attachable Displace Wall: $39,999 for the 110-inch variant and $59,999 for the 130-inch edition. Given these figures, it seems destined more for exhibition spaces and business entrances than home environments. Displace's current 55-inch OLED model retails for $5,999.
For those interested in Displace's distinctive adhesion and cable-free features, the firm plans to exhibit an adapter kit at CES that upgrades conventional televisions ranging from 55 to 100 inches and weighing as much as 150 pounds. No cost details have been disclosed for this accessory.