Samsung introduced a standout feature of Corning’s new “Gorilla Armor” display in S24 Ultra promoting upgraded scratch resistance and anti-glare features. This technology makes the display look darker when it is not in use and drastically reduces glare. Now, Apple apparently is all set to introduce this similar feature in the upcoming iPhones which might take a delay. According to a report by 9to5Mac, a Weibo account has leaked details indicating Apple’s planning to invest billions of dollars into developing a new coating technology for the screens of the iPhone 17.
This new technology will provide “super-hard” and “anti-reflective” features in upcoming iPhone 17 that is going to release in 2025. Apple has recently handed this advanced technology to its supple chain partners in China, indicating the it may not be featured into the upcoming iPhone 16 this year.
“Apple spent billions on coating equipment in Japan, which has been handed over to China’s supply chain, but the iPhone 16 series can’t keep up. The outer glass of the iPhone 17 series will be made into a super-hard [anti-reflective] layer. It can be said that the iPhone 17 series will be more scratch-resistant than you think.” – Instant Digital on Weibo
Currently, Apple uses Ceramic shield coating for screens, developed in collaboration with tech giant Corning, on its iPhone 12 series and above. This innovative anti-glare and scratch-resistant coating might also stem from Apple’s partnership with Corning. However, there is a possibility that Apple will incorporate it under new name, as the company has a legacy of introducing distinct branding for its innovations.
The Samsung S24 Ultra features Corning’s Gorilla Armor display reduces the glare up to 75% and provide 4 times more protection in comparison to it its predecessor display protection technology. If Apple adopt this innovative feature of built-in screen protection, the screen will be prone to minor scratches and glares and there would be no need of applying a screen protector.
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