With the increasing size and resolution of iPhone screens in recent years, the energy consumption of mobile phones is also increasing. In terms of battery capacity, Apple obviously does not give up the size control and chooses to take risks, so they must adopt a more peaceful way. solve this problem.
According to foreign media MacRumors, market research firm IHS Markit said that in the long run, Apple may use a new energy-saving backplane technology in future iPhone or Apple Watch screens to extend the battery life of these devices. Turning off each pixel plays an important role in determining screen resolution, refresh rate, and power usage.
IHS Markit believes that Apple may also be interested in developing LTPO TFT technology to increase control of OLED display components, as manufacturers such as Samsung and LG currently control this process exclusively. Using LTPO TFT technology can help to dominate these backplanes. The panel produced by Samsung Display, a status OLED manufacturer, is distinguished.
In theory, IHS Markit estimates that LTPO TFT technology can save 5% to 15% of power consumption compared to LTPS TFT technology, thus extending the battery life of future iPhones and Apple Watches. The reason for this is technology. IHS According to Markit, LTPO has an oxide TFT (Oxide TFT) structure that reduces energy leakage compared to LTPS.
IHS Markit said that due to stable supply, Apple currently only purchases flexible OLED panels from Samsung, but LG may become the second supplier. Both Samsung and LG are suppliers of Apple Watch flexible OLED panels. IHS Markit said that Apple may be very They will be asked to consider LTPO TFT technology. By having LTPO TFT technology, Apple can encourage other competing suppliers to further improve the technology, making the market more competitive.
LTPO TFT technology is of great significance to Apple's next-generation products. It not only provides higher electron mobility and display resolution, but also helps Apple better manage its display supply chain. I believe that in future Apple products, we can See better endurance performance.
