A new lawsuit alleges that Hisense QLEDs do not contain quantum dots.

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      A class action lawsuit has been submitted in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, alleging that Hisense misrepresented its TVs as containing quantum dot technology through marketing on both its website and retail partner sites, even though the televisions either do not have this technology or lack it sufficiently to enhance performance. (Concerns regarding TCL's use of quantum dots were raised last fall.) The specific Hisense TV models cited in the lawsuit include, but are not limited to, the QD5 series, QD6 series, QD65 series, QD7 series, U7 series, and U7N series. The legal documents related to the complaint were filed on February 25, 2025.

      According to the complaint, the plaintiff, Robert Macioce, purchased a 43-inch QD5 Hisense TV from Best Buy in November for $159.99. He claims the product's advertising states it “includes QLED Quantum Dot Color” technology, which “dramatically increase[s] the color saturation for everything you watch.” The court documents highlight that similar language appears on the Hisense website. It further explains that “the primary reason Plaintiff Macioce purchased the television was because it contained QLED technology, including the marketed performance benefits of that technology, such as improved picture quality and more vibrant colors compared to a standard LED television.”

      The key aspect of the lawsuit appears to focus on the term “meaningful,” which is mentioned multiple times in the 29-page complaint. Who will interpret what “meaningful” means? Possibly a jury. The plaintiff and his legal team are requesting a jury trial for the five counts outlined in the complaint.

      Notably, the document does not cite any evidence; however, it mentions that since “quantum dots are produced through a chemical process, the technology leaves known chemical markers.” It suggests that consumers could determine whether quantum dots were present by detecting any remaining chemical markers. The complaint frequently uses the phrase “upon information and belief,” indicating that the information is derived from secondary sources.

      We have contacted Hisense for a response and will update this article if we receive one.

      John Higgins is the Senior Editor of A/V at Digital Trends, overseeing the team’s coverage of all aspects related to audio and video.

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