iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 9 may feature Samsung-manufactured screens
iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 9 are two of the most anticipated smartphones of 2024 and they may have one big thing in common: Samsung-made displays, according to a report. While Google is expected to launch its smartphones during its Made by Google event on August 13, Apple’s launch event will likely take place in September. However, both smartphones will feature “M14” displays manufactured by Samsung Display.
iPhone 16, Pixel 9 displays
According to a report According to South Korean publication ETNews, Samsung Display will be the primary supplier of OLED panels for both the iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 9. Samsung Display produces panels based on the organic material structure, with the “M14” being the latest addition. Currently, the Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the company’s highest-end OLED panel, which is labeled as “M13.” On the other hand, it has been speculated that the iPhone 15 Pro will feature the same “M12” panel used by its predecessor.
It is notable that an OLED screen consists of organic materials to display color. Unlike LCD screens where a backlight illuminates the liquid crystals, the pixels on OLED screens are self-illuminated. This usually results in wider viewing angles and better color reproduction, especially when it comes to projecting black tones.
The report suggests that while all smartphones in Google’s Pixel 9 lineup are expected to feature the “M14” display, only the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will get it. The base iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus could use “M12” displays instead. Additionally, Samsung Display is said to be offering four types of “M14” displays to Google — three for the Pixel 9 variants and one for the Google Pixel Fold, along with its rumored successor.
The report, which quotes an industry official, claims that Samsung has placed orders for the materials required to manufacture the “M14” panel and has begun preparations for its production.
