One rumour about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S III suggested that it might come with a 3D display. In a statement to Engadget, the manufacturer has effectively killed that rumour: Although Samsung Electronics is constantly exploring new technologies for our mobile devices, we have no immediate plan to include displays featuring 3D technology in our upcoming smartphones. While Samsung does […]
Displays
Upcoming Sony Xperia smartphone to use 4.3-inch AMOLED display?
Sony’s Xperia smartphones have all sported LCD displays so far but that could soon change. A report by the China Times suggests that Taiwan-based AU Optronics will begin to supply Sony with a 4.3-inch AMOLED panel for use in a future smartphone. Shipments are scheduled to start in the second half of the year. No further details about this AMOLED […]
Next Apple iPhone and iPad to use OLED display?
In a report about today’s launch of Samsung Display as an affiliate of the flagship Samsung firm, The Korea Times is reporting that Apple could use OLED panels for upcoming iPhone and iPad models. Samsung Display is planning to “massively increase its investment for OLEDs” as LCD revenues drop due to increasing competition. Citing “unnamed Samsung executives,” the report indicates […]
Smartphone users want larger displays
A report by research firm Strategy Analytics has found that smartphone users are gravitating towards larger displays but without wanting to compromise on weight. Its survey found that users prefer “device screens in the 4.0-inch to 4.5-inch range, as long as the device is also thin.” “Almost 90 percent of existing smartphone owners surveyed chose a prototype smartphone with a […]
Samsung flexible display patent hints at future devices
Samsung has already said that it intends to launch smartphones with flexible displays as early as this year. Last week, it confirmed that flexible display production will start later this year, suggesting that we may have to wait until next year to see devices using them. While we wait, a new Samsung patent reveals how the company plans to use […]
MWC 2012: Corning Gorilla Glass 2 devices coming this quarter
Corning Glass yesterday announced that shipments to manufacturers of its new Gorilla Glass 2 have now begun. Introduced at CES 2012, Gorilla Glass 2 promises to be as tough and resistant to scratches as the original Gorilla Glass despite being up to 20 percent thinner. “Corning’s new glass composition, Gorilla Glass 2, enables slimmer and sleeker devices, brighter images, and […]
CES 2012: Corning unveils Gorilla Glass 2
As promised, Corning yesterday unveiled its Gorilla Glass 2, the next generation of its damage-resistant cover glass for consumer electronic devices. Up to 20 percent thinner, it promises to be as tough and resistant to scratches as the original Gorilla Glass. The thinner Gorilla Glass 2 enables slimmer and sleeker devices, brighter images, and greater touch sensitivity. These benefits can […]
Corning to unveil Corning Gorilla Glass 2 at CES
Corning is set to unveil the next generation of Gorilla Glass at next week’s Consumer Electronics Show. Gorilla Glass, found on many smartphones and tablets, is well known for its strength and ability to resist scratches. Corning now promises to make it even better with the aptly-named Gorilla Glass 2. “Corning Gorilla Glass has been a tremendous success for Corning, […]