- GP TV transforms a single OLED panel into a two-sided display experiment
- The double-sided design challenges how televisions are used in shared spaces
- The display is targeted at gamers, institutions and buyers with significant budgets
GP TV has unveiled what it calls the world’s first double-sided 48-inch 4K OLED television designed for gaming and sports.
The display is intended to deliver immersive experiences on both sides simultaneously with built-in sound and dynamic lighting effects.
TPV Technology Group, the company behind GP TV, claims that the display is aimed at premium users who value high-end visual credibility, as well as the public sector and public institutions.
Practical limitations for a dual-facing display
This design feels unusual because most monitors or televisions sit against a wall or on a desk, making a rear-facing screen largely unnecessary.
Its relevance only becomes apparent if the screen stands in the middle of a room, similar to screen setups commonly seen in shopping malls – and even then, installing such a device in public spaces would increase the risk of physical damage, leaving the practical use of this product uncertain.
It comes with a sound system that integrates surround sound, Dolby Atmos support and audio tracking that follows on-screen actions. Speakers with fabric covers on both sides create a dynamic effect that combines ambient lighting with sound output.
The double-sided design is unusual in the TV market, where most monitors support single-viewer setups.
The design takes visual inspiration from Alienware systems, featuring curved housings, illuminated accents and a futuristic aesthetic, but the audio technology is proprietary to GP TV.
Both sides of the screen have this design, creating a uniform dual-facing look, likely aimed at high-end gaming performance.
The GP TV rests on four sturdy metal stands that can be quickly assembled for stability, and has a magnetic outlet that allows the cable to be safely disconnected if someone trips over it.
TPV Technology Group has also stated that it constructs the screen with up to 85% recyclable materials, reflecting an effort towards environmental responsibility.
The development of this device reportedly took up to 12 months, with production targeting multiple regions including Asia, Europe, North and South America, Australia, Oceania and Africa.
Despite the technical innovations, there are still questions about the practical use of a double-sided design.
The company hasn’t yet revealed pricing or the extent of distribution for consumers versus institutional buyers, but we know it won’t be cheap.
TPV Technology Group positions GP TV as a premium product, but its appeal beyond early adopters and niche users is uncertain.
Via iFDesign
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