If new reports are to be believed, Apple is looking to differentiate itself technologically from its rivals before entering the foldable smartphone market. The company is not involved in the foldable smartphone market, which has developed significantly in recent years.
While Samsung has recently maintained its dominant position in the field of foldable and foldable phones, Huawei shocked the world with its tri-fold phone. Apple is said to be trying to take control of some of these ambitious products from the company.
Previously, it was suggested that Samsung Electronics’ display division, Samsung Display, might supply display panels for foldable iPhones. Rumors have also surfaced suggesting that Apple could launch its first foldable iPhone with a clamshell design in 2026. However, subsequent reports suggest that Apple wanted to resolve the display wrinkle issue before launching a foldable iPhone. As a result, plans to launch the foldable product have been postponed until 2027.
Now, the latest report by Kipost reveals that UTG (Ultra-Thin Glass), a key component in foldable screens that Samsung Display primarily controls, is one area where Apple wants more control. It suggests something. In addition to ultra-thin glass, Apple also wants control over the backplate. The backplate is another important component of a foldable phone as it supports the display. For a flip phone to last a long time, it needs to be durable.
Additionally, Apple worries that being too dependent on display manufacturers could limit the uniqueness of its products compared to its competitors. Given that Apple is already too late in the market, the only way to get noticed is to offer a unique product, or at least something unique, rather than the existing flip phone, which would justify a late-comer’s entry. It is necessary to
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