Apple Killer! The release time of the first folding screen was exposed, and this time it achieved perfect "zero crease"

Tech 2023-10-24 12:51:27 Source: Network

Starting from 2019, foldable screen products have become a new track for many manufacturers seeking high-end breakthroughs. Currently, mobile phone manufacturers from major Android camps have joined, and Apple is naturally unwilling to give up on this market

Starting from 2019, foldable screen products have become a new track for many manufacturers seeking high-end breakthroughs. Currently, mobile phone manufacturers from major Android camps have joined, and Apple is naturally unwilling to give up on this market.

In fact, there has been news of foldable screen iPhones in the supply chain for a long time, but due to immature technology, no products have been launched.

But according to the latest news, Apple's first folding screen product is really coming! However, this time it was a bit of a 'bend overtaking', not a folding screen iPhone, but a folding screen iPad.

According to a recent paid report released by DigiTimes, Apple's rumored foldable iPad is under "intense development" and may be announced as early as the end of 2024.

Digitimes mentioned in the report that at current progress, Apple's first foldable screen product may start small-scale production as early as 2024.

This is also consistent with the speculation of analyst Guo Mingyi, who previously stated that Apple will launch a foldable iPad next year.

Many industry insiders have expressed their belief that Apple is testing and improving folding technology on the folding screen iPad, ultimately introducing it to the iPhone.

Um This way of squeezing toothpaste is indeed very apple like.

However, the good news is that Apple has come prepared this time. According to various revelations, Apple is building a completely "zero crease" foldable screen iPad, which I believe will once again amaze the public.

In terms of appearance, there have been media reports that Apple's first foldable screen device should adopt an inner fold scheme, with an inner screen size of 8.9 inches, which is equivalent to the size of two iPhone ProMax, slightly larger than the iPad mini and slightly smaller than the iPad Air. It should also be more convenient to carry in daily life.

Earlier, it was reported in the media that Apple encountered technical issues related to screen creases and hinges during the development of the foldable screen iPad, which is also one of the reasons why the product has been "difficult to produce".

Now, according to the latest report from Digitimes, Apple has requested Samsung and LG to develop and provide new screen solutions that can greatly reduce creases in foldable screen products.

Of course, Apple's efforts go far beyond these. Apple has applied for a patent for a foldable device with a unique hinge mechanism, which, according to the patent, utilizes a movable expansion plate to prevent creases or damage when folding the screen.

When the device is unfolded, the movable flaps will open to cover the gap between the two parts of the screen casing; When the device folds, the movable flaps retract. By folding the screen in this way, the stress on the creases is almost zero.

In addition to the movable expansion board, Apple has previously been exposed with a folding screen patent called "Electronic Device with Flexible Display Cover Layer". Simply put, it covers the screen with a layer of "self-healing" elastic material that can be stretched back to its original shape to reduce creases/scratches.

It seems that these self-healing materials are somewhat similar to the memory foam in the mattress. They can automatically repair the screen creases, not only reducing the damage caused by folding, but also repairing when creases occur.

In order to enhance the practicality of the product, the foldable iPad will be equipped with a carbon fiber support frame. The use of carbon fiber can make the support frame lighter and more durable, while also ensuring the stability and smoothness of the entire foldable screen.

With the support of all the patented technologies mentioned above, I believe Apple is confident in addressing the issue of creases. Next year, it may be possible to see a perfect crease free foldable screen iPad.

In addition to the foldable screen iPad, the foldable screen Mac has also been put on the agenda, and it is said that the research and development progress is more smooth.

In December 2022, TheElec reported that Apple would collaborate with two screen suppliers, Samsung and LG, to jointly develop a 20.25-inch foldable panel.

Subsequently, in July of this year, BaekSeekIn, executive director of Samsung Display, announced that he was currently collaborating with LG Display to develop a foldable 20 inch screen, once again confirming this news.

In terms of product form, considering that this screen can be divided into two approximately 13 inch screens in a folded state, this foldable screen Mac has a high possibility of appearing in the form of a "dual screen foldable laptop" like ThinkPadX1Fold.

According to existing information, the screen size of this product when folded is approximately 15.3 inches, which is close to the 16 inch MacBookPro.

The same folding screen comes with a full screen keyboard, similar to the keyboard used on iPhones and iPads, allowing users to directly type on the screen. However, this is not convenient for users, so Apple is likely to adopt a solution similar to ThinkPadX1Fold, equipped with a Bluetooth keyboard to type on the screen.

After deployment, the screen size of this product is approximately 20.25 inches, which is similar to the size of a 24 inch iMac. It can be seen that Apple's 20.25 inch foldable screen device is not a product between MacBook and iPad, but a product between MacBook and iMac.

When folded, it is a MacBookPro, and when unfolded, it is an iMac.

But then again, the folding MacBook should not be a buffering or transitional product, but a high-end parallel product like AppleWatchUltra and VisionPro, so the price should be very expensive. You can imagine for yourself

Seeing this, I believe many friends are beginning to be curious. The folding screen iPad and the folding screen MacBook have been exposed and put on the agenda one after another. Why is the most anticipated folding screen iPhone that has no pictures?

The reason is actually quite simple. Firstly, iPadOS is a branch of the iPhone system. Folding screen products not only depend on hardware, but also require software support.

Secondly, unlike the iPhone, which contributes over 50% of Apple's revenue, the iPad's contribution is much smaller. In its latest third quarter report for the 2023 fiscal year, revenue from the iPad was $5.791 billion, compared to $7.224 billion in the same period last year, a year-on-year decrease of 19.83%.

So even if there are problems with the foldable iPad, which is a technology validation product, its negative impact on Apple is undoubtedly much smaller than that of the foldable iPhone.

Even if users don't like not meeting expectations after the launch of the foldable screen iPad, and are not very satisfied with Apple's overall business, they will be scolded in the end. If they do it well, they will make a profit.

Moreover, on second thought, if Apple wants to make a foldable screen iPhone, it will inevitably take the lead in occupying the iPad market share. Therefore, Apple may not be as quick as making a foldable screen tablet directly.

From the current reactions of netizens, it seems that everyone is not averse to the upcoming foldable iPad.

Overall, in recent years, Apple's upgrade route on its flagship iPhone has been very conservative, and it is not uncommon to search for new tracks from other routes of products. We believe that the emergence of the foldable screen iPad can greatly stimulate iPad sales and prepare for the emergence of the foldable iPhone in advance.

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