In the field of the videogame industry, it is not uncommon to see agreements between companies belonging to apparently very different sectors, aimed at creating new products or services dedicated to players. It is the case of AOC e Porsche Design, or two leading companies respectively in the field of Gaming and that of the design, which have recently signed an important partnership aimed at developing new monitors characterized by a refined design and premium level finishes. Below is an extract from the Press release with which the two companies announced the start of the collaboration:
Porsche Design and AOC have entered into a partnership that combines the sophisticated yet functional philosophy of Porsche Design with AOC's cutting-edge display technology. Together they will bring exceptional gaming monitors to the market, developed for gamers looking for unique performance, with an eye for a modern and elegant gaming station. The first gaming monitor from Porsche Design and AOC AGON will be launched in autumn 2020. The synergy between the two companies and their respective areas of expertise will make it possible to produce incredible monitors, both for their design and for the functionalities offered. With this strategic partnership, Porsche Design is entering a fast-growing market segment: the global market volume of 144Hz and above gaming monitors grew 76% year-on-year at the end of 2019. The collaboration offers exclusive access to the brand. lifestyle to a younger and more expansive high-spirited group, with a strong sense of community around the world. Building on an established motorsport history and experience, the monitors are a perfect transition from street sports to living room 'sports'. For AOC it will be an elegant addition to their extensive portfolio of design products, this time within the gaming section.
In addition to the statement, they wanted to release some statements too Jan Becker (CEO of Porsche Design) e Nico Vernieuwe, SVP Branded Business of TPV Technology. Becker said that because his company offers a range of consumer electronics and gaming is one of the fastest growing markets in the industry, gaming monitors fit perfectly into their portfolio of lifestyle products inspired by technology innovation. Vernieuwe, on the other hand, stated that Porsche Design's consolidated experience in the design field fits perfectly with AOC's technology. At this point, we just have to wait for the next few weeks to find out what will be the first products born from this interesting agreement between two giants of their respective sectors.
