Fiber Optics: 50 Years Of Innovation At Corning | Optical Communications | Corning

From the first black and white televisions to environmentally conscious glass for liquid crystal displays (LCDs), Corning’s legacy in display glass is responsible for the ubiquity of the brilliant, fast-moving displays we enjoy today.

Our scientists have never stopped finding ways to make display glass larger, thinner, purer, and more economical. We’re proud to share our innovation stories and the legacy behind the brilliant screen images that form the backdrop of our lives.

The History of Glass

Display Legacy Timeline

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Journey of Glass

Display Views →

Explore our insights on glass solutions for technology evolutions in the display industry.

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Behind the Screens:
How Display Glass Works →

Go Behind the Screens of your favorite device’s display and learn more about the multiple layers of thin, unique, and precisely engineered glass substrates that make immersive viewing experiences possible. Corning's display glass portfolio is optimized for a range of current and emerging display technologies.

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Life in the Glass Age →

Throughout history, materials have transformed society and culture. There was the Stone Age, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age. This is the Glass Age.

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