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In this remarkable selection of archival material from the Philips/NXP archive, viewers are taken on a fascinating journey through the technological and creative achievements of one of the Netherlands’ most iconic technology companies. From The Philips/NXP Archive not only presents historical corporate content but also offers insight into the forward-thinking vision that Philips and NXP demonstrated decades ago.
The series opens with a simple yet elegant animation that clearly illustrates the construction of an integrated circuit.
A highlight of the collection is the instructional video Behaviour In The Cleanroom. What begins as a dry manual for employees quickly turns into an unexpectedly comedic experience with a moralistic undertone. Equally surprising is the low-budget soap opera WWICE, which provides a glimpse into a fully “connected” home of the future, while leaving the target audience intriguingly ambiguous.
Stop Killing Integrated Circuits and NXP Automotive Excellence Starts With You showcase the company’s serious side, emphasizing the strict safety and work procedures essential in the high-tech production environment. These instructional videos highlight the importance of meticulousness and precision, both in preserving equipment and ensuring quality.
A visually striking experience is offered by Extreme Close Ups, in which Karin Poelmans presents extreme close-ups of wafers, masks, and integrated circuits. These images reveal an abstract, almost otherworldly universe that normally remains hidden at the microscopic level of computer chips.
The collection concludes with Future Vision, a video showcasing futuristic applications such as smartwatches, solar-powered T-shirts, voice recognition, and IoT devices. This forward-looking perspective not only highlights the innovative power of Philips/NXP but also raises questions about the originality claimed by today’s technology companies—weren't all these ideas conceived two decades ago?
Together, these videos form an intriguing portrait of a company that, despite the passing years, remains surprisingly relevant.
