The rumor mill’s been active about the next-gen iPhone, also known as the “iPhone 12,” and it’s yielded some interesting stuff.
Chief among these is the fact that the three models of the 2020 model iPhones will all feature OLED-based screens instead of splitting between LCD and OLED, but the two higher-tier models are tipped to continue using a better display than the lower-cost variant.
The rumors have indicated that the 2020 model iPhones could do away with LCD in favor of OLED across the entire product line. Despite the switch to a single technology, consumers may still notice differences in the displays between the cheapest model and the other two.
Apple is also said to be sourcing the vast majority of its OLED panels from Samsung Display and LG Display. A new supplier had been hinted at, but there’s apparently a “high chance” that Apple will stick with these two suppliers.
The models are anticipated to be sized at 5.4 inches, 6.1 inches, and 6.7 inches, though there is mention of a fourth model with 5G that will have the same dimensions as one of the other three. Of the trio of screens, Samsung Display is understood to be the sole supplier of the 5.4-inch and 6.7-inch panels, while it will be joined by LG Display for the 6.1-inch version.
The 5.4-inch and 6.7-inch displays will both use an “on-cell touch” panel Samsung refers to as “Y-Octa” technology, effectively eliminating the use of a film for manufacturing the display. This can result in a thinner screen and a lower production cost.
While it’s unknown as to how much Apple will pay Samsung to secure the supplies of the display, it’s rumored that Samsung Display offered “shocking terms in order to obtain an order from Apple.”
As well as using OLED across the board, supply chain rumors in October suggest next year’s versions will also use the high-refresh-rate ProMotion technology, enabling the screens to function at 120Hz.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via AppleInsider and ETNews