Overview
- Korean reports say LG Display is preparing roughly 400 billion won (about $300 million) in investments and production‑line modifications for a four‑sided, fully bezel‑less OLED, with up to around 10 lines tentatively allocated.
- Equipment industry sources indicate Samsung Display is concentrating on supplying foldable OLED panels for an Apple device expected in 2026, with little visible investment yet tied to the 2027 anniversary model.
- A new leak from Digital Chat Station claims Apple’s foldable prototype omits TrueDepth Face ID to achieve a thinner chassis, opting for a side‑mounted Touch ID fingerprint sensor.
- Prototype details reported include a book‑style design with a ~7.58–7.8‑inch internal screen using an under‑panel camera, a ~5.25–5.5‑inch outer display with a punch‑hole camera, and a dual 48‑megapixel rear system, plus a hinge described as very strong.
- Manufacturing challenges cited for the bezel‑less panel include bending display circuitry into the bezel area and using thinner thin‑film encapsulation, and all timelines and specs remain unconfirmed with early foldable shipments estimated around 3–5 million units if plans proceed.