Apple is moving forward with its 2017 flexible OLED phones, and the company has to rely exclusively on Samsung Display as SDC is the only OLED maker capable to produce the capacity Apple needs and the quality flexible OLEDs.
But in 2018 LGD is also planning to ramp up its flexible OLED capacity, and according to a new report from Business Korea LGD was approached by Apple with an aim to secure LG's capacity for Apple's 2018 phones. LGD reportedly did not yet make a decision - which will have to be made at the end of June once its new Flexible OLED fab comes online.
LG Display currently produces flexible plastic-based AMOLEDs in its 4.5-Gen line that has a capacity of 14,000 monthly substrates. This fab currently makes small OLEDs for wearable applications - and in fact LGD is the exclusive supplier for the OLEDs used in Apple's Watch.
To read the entire article, sign up for OLED-Info Pro
OLED-Info Membership Benefits:
- Access to premium content
- A comprehensive guide to the OLED industry
- OLED Insights and trends analysis
- AI-powered assistant built specifically for the OLED industry
- A content library of 250+ brochures, catalogs, roadmaps, presentations and more.
- Detailed structured information on OLED devices, fabs, microdisplays, automotive applications and more
- Online access, easy subscription model, cancel at any time
- Only $199.99 per year (with group discounts)
