Samsung Display's crease-free folding screen will make its debut on the Galaxy Z Fold8, as per Ming Chi-Kuo's report. Fine M-Tec, a key supplier, is set to invest KRW 17.5 billion to enhance production of laser-processed hinges. These hinges, featuring a new internal design, will improve stress distribution and crease resistance. Fine M-Tec is likely to supply over 80% of the internal hinges for Apple's upcoming folding iPhone. The competition in the foldable market will accelerate adoption of advanced hinge technology, driven by Apple's strict design requirements.
Fine M-Tec announced that it would invest KRW 17.5 billion ($12.6 million) to support growing demand for its new generation of laser-processed hinges, which will help guide stress distribution and offer enhanced crease resistance.
Fine M-Tec is expected to supply over 80% of the internal hinges for Apple's folding iPhone display, indicating a strong collaboration in the foldable market.
Kuo suggests that the new crease-free folding panel will debut on next year's Galaxy Z Fold8, shifting the focus away from Apple's rumored folding iPhone.
Apple's stringent requirements for a crease-free folding display will accelerate the adoption of laser-drilled display metal plates by competitors, pushing the foldable market forward.
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