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Rumors suggest the iPhone 20 Pro will be bezel-free with no Dynamic Island, possibly featuring a new Liquid Glass display and an upgraded battery, while removing most physical controls for a distraction-free screen. Yet under-display Face ID and edge distortion concerns could affect timing, with a 2027 release tied to Apple’s 20th-anniversary iPhone as part of a rumored three-year redesign cycle.
Samsung Display reportedly achieved 90%–95% yields for OLED panels destined for the next-gen MacBook Pro, with mass production and shipments to Apple assemblers possible as soon as June in a projected ~2 million-unit volume. Laptop OLEDs are harder to manufacture than smartphones due to brightness, lifespan, and uniformity requirements. Apple is rumored to launch a MacBook Ultra with OLED touchscreen later, while the next-gen Pro may use OLED without touch.
Rumors and dummy models of Apple’s anticipated foldable iPhone, reportedly called iPhone Ultra, show a book-style device with a 4:3 inner display that could be about 7.8 inches open and ~5.5 inches closed. The outer screen is expected around 5.3 inches. Comparisons with the iPhone 17 Pro Max suggest a taller, immersive 16:9 viewing experience, with a thick camera bump and a two-lens system. Features/spec changes under discussion include no Face ID due to space, a Touch ID–integrated power button, and a dedicated Camera Control button. Current leaks place the device at roughly 11mm thick when closed (with some rumors claiming 9–9.5mm) and point to a September launch alongside iPhone 18 Pro models, with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman noting a price crossing $2,000 in the U.S.
TrendForce says optically clear adhesive (OCA) is the key to a crease-free foldable iPhone, aided by ultrathin glass designs and hinge engineering; Apple is reportedly pursuing crease elimination at any cost, with Foxconn in trial production and Samsung Display slated to mass-produce OLED panels by May for a September reveal alongside the iPhone 18 Pro; TrendForce estimates Apple could capture about 20% of the foldable smartphone market this year.
Industry sources say Google’s Pixel 11 will use Samsung’s M16 OLED panels, promising top brightness, color, durability, and power efficiency; with no official specifications yet, the display upgrade could make the Pixel 11 noticeably sharper if confirmed.
Apple is reportedly preparing its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Fold, featuring a 7.8-inch inner display and a larger outer screen to rival Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8. Expected upgrades include reduced crease via advanced materials (potentially sourced from Samsung), a 4:3 aspect ratio, and a 5,500 mAh battery for longer life, all supported by an iOS optimized for foldables and enhanced multitasking. Durability improvements include a tough polyimide layer and a liquid metal hinge. Camera may lack a telephoto lens, while AI features are anticipated. Priced around $2,000, the iPhone Fold aims to refine the first-gen foldable concept and push competition in the ultra-premium segment.
Apple now ships the M5 in three MacBooks: the new MacBook Neo (entry level), the MacBook Air (a middle ground between affordability and performance), and the MacBook Pro (sustained performance with better display and I/O). The Air is thinner and fanless with two Thunderbolt ports, while the 14" Pro features active cooling, a brighter mini-LED display with ProMotion, HDMI, SDXC, an extra TB4 port, and longer battery life. With pricing starting at $1,099 (13" Air) and $1,299 (15" Air) versus $1,599 for the 14" Pro, the decision hinges on whether you value sustained workloads and pro features (Pro) or lighter daily use with solid performance (Air). The three-tier approach makes the Air a balanced option rather than the default, while Neo offers the lowest-cost entry.
Rumors suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra could add seven upgrades beyond leaked specs: a brighter M14 OLED display, faster UFS 4.1 storage, improved thermal management, an enhanced anti-reflective coating, a dedicated on-device AI processing unit, improved image processing for photos and videos, and additional launch color options.
A new rumor claims the Galaxy S26 Ultra will sport a true 10-bit screen (no FRC) on an M14 panel, plus privacy-oriented tech like Flex Magic Pixel and CoE, with next-gen Gorilla Glass; Samsung is expected to announce the device Feb. 25 with a March 11 release.
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to add two display upgrades—Privacy Display to curb side viewing without dulling colors, and Gorilla Armor Glass to reduce reflections and improve durability—boosting privacy and readability ahead of a February unveiling.
The article argues that tri-fold foldables are expensive, heavy, and fragile with limited practical benefits, and that the industry is shifting toward rollable screens that expand to wider, crease-free displays, despite durability and price challenges, pointing to concepts like Huawei Mate XT and other rollable designs as the likely future of mobile displays.
The article discusses the potential of the iPhone Fold to enable thinner and brighter displays on future iPhone models like the iPhone Air 2, highlighting advancements in foldable screen technology.
At CES 2026, a new crease-free display technology for foldable iPhones was spotted, indicating advancements in foldable smartphone screens that could eliminate the visible creases typically seen in such devices.
Micro RGB TVs, a new luxury display tech featuring individually controlled red, green, and blue LED backlights for superior color accuracy and contrast, are rapidly gaining popularity at CES 2026, with Samsung and LG unveiling multiple models that boast near-perfect BT.2020 color coverage and impressive size options, marking a significant evolution in flat panel display technology.
Apple is testing ultra-thin glass to eliminate the crease in foldable iPhones, aiming to improve display quality and user experience.