It is also rumoured that Samsung could be providing the panels for use in future iPhones.
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It’s still unclear though how much supply is being sourced from both LG Display and Samsung, the former was expected to remain the sole supplier at least until the second generation Apple Watch comes out next year.
According to new reports, Samsung is now in talks with Apple to get its displays on to the next iPhone and Apple Watch.
Prior to this contract, LG Display was the only supplier of displays with the Apple Watch and with this milestone; Apple would use multiple vendors in order fulfill its needs of the components, such as its processors and memory chips. Further the tech giant is considering enhancing features in its upcoming devices that have lagged behind due bottlenecks in its production process.
Whatever the outcome, the decision is likely to affect Samsung’s production of curved OLED panels, something which the company is now discussing.
Furthermore, the report goes on to saying that Samsung is now negotiating a possible collaboration with Apple, which will make the Korean tech giant a major OLED display supplier for future iPhone models.
Another option that Apple could take is the construction of a plant that will exclusively build its LCD screens, since it has invested $1.4 billion in iPhone screen supplier Japan Display Inc. However, today’s rumors aren’t clear on which iPhone model might utilize Samsung’s (non-flexible) AMOLED panels first.
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Meanwhile, media reports from Japan have recently stated that Apple will strengthen its cooperation with JDI for higher-end displays following recent investments in the company, and is expected to continue doing so into 2016 for the new iPhone, as plans for the new device have already been laid out.
