LG has demonstrated impressive advancements in display technology with a new flexible screen that can stretch by 50% of its original size without compromising image quality. This cutting-edge panel, while still at the prototype stage, has increased the level of competition for Samsung, a market leader in foldable displays. It is built from the same material used in contact lenses and has the highest elongation rate in the market. LG has not yet disclosed the display's precise specifications or cost. More details on this interesting technology are expected to be revealed sometime soon.
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In its resting position, the prototype display has a 12-inch screen. However, it can be stretched to 18 inches while maintaining 100 pixels per inch and full colour. Besides this, the display can fold and twist. Notably, the new panel's maximum elongation rate has almost doubled, from 20% to 50%, compared to the first Stretchable display prototype that was unveiled in 2022. This enhanced stretchability creates a range of display design possibilities, which raises the technology's potential competitiveness when put into practice.
With its long-lasting design, LG's flexible display can withstand stretching for up to 10,000 cycles. It is made of micro-LED technology and is reputed to work effectively in extremely hot or cold environments. Due to its extreme thinness and lightweight, the flexible display can be used for a variety of purposes such as flagship smartphones, tablets, and wearable technology.
In its blog post, LG Display said ‘Stretchable displays are not only thin and lightweight but also capable of adhering to irregularly curved surfaces like clothing and skin. They are expected to be widely applied in various industries, from fashion and wearables to mobility.’
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Soo-young Yoon, CTO and Executive Vice President of LG Display, commented ‘We will continue to build a sustainable future display ecosystem through close cooperation between South Korean industry, academia, and research stakeholders.’
