Overview
- Samsung Display’s dual‑layer UTG foldable OLED, shown at CES 2026, is reported to cut crease visibility by about 20%.
- Galaxy Z Fold8 is expected to adopt the dual‑layer design and a laser‑perforated metal support plate to further disperse folding stress.
- Reports say Apple’s planned foldable iPhone may use a glass‑based variant of Samsung Display’s near no‑crease panel.
- EtNews, via IT之家, reports iPhone 18 Pro models will target LTPO+ panels with UDIR to place Face ID components under the screen, with Samsung Display and LG Display supplying.
- An X post from @phonefuturist claims the ultra‑thin iPhone Air 2 may be too thin for under‑display Face ID, highlighting model‑specific design tradeoffs.