SED (Surface conduction Electron emitter Displays) is that great new flat-panel technology that promises a flat plasma-like form factor and a great CRT-like image. Mass production is expected to start January 2007.

And now Canon is investing $188 million in a SED research facility “to develop production technology for surface conduction electron emitter displays”.

I’m guessing here, but I think that means that Canon’s trying to figure out how to make SED displays. That’s always a good first step on the way to selling them.

Reuters - Canon to invest $188 mln on new panel R&D center