Apple, LG & Valve pump $10M into OLED 'microdisplay' maker eMagin [u]

Further signaling Apple's augmented reality plans, the company has joined LG and Valve in a $10 million investment into eMagin, a maker of "microdisplays" for both AR and VR technology. [Updated with denial by eMagin]

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 1

Apple diversifying supply of Face ID camera providers for 2018 iPhone line

Reports from the supply chain suggest that Apple is widening its supplier lists for the 2018 iPhone lineup, with the new report also saying that LG Innotek will be the main vendor instead of Sharp.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 1

Supply chain rumors again point to OLED and LCD iPhone models in 2018

A new report claims Apple is meting out display orders for its next-generation iPhone lineup, which is rumored to include two OLED versions — 5.8 and 6.5 inches — and a 6.1-inch LCD variant.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 8

LG may supply OLED for Apple's 6.5" edge-to-edge 'iPhone X Plus'

Apple and LG Display are allegedly finalizing talks on an OLED supply deal, which could see the latter provide panels for a rumored 6.5-inch iPhone, which is believed to be a jumbo-sized version of the iPhone X.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 16

Hoping to capitalize on Apple battery controversy, HTC and Motorola volunteer that they don't slow down old phones

Bad publicity for Apple is a potential opportunity for competitors to gain ground, as seen with the iPhone battery controversy compelling HTC and Motorola to issue statements, saying they do not throttle performance on phones with older batteries.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 52

Last chance! Lowest Price Anywhere: LG's 27" UltraFine 5K display for MacBook Pro now $1,199 w/ 3-year warranty and no tax in 48 states

New price drop exclusively for AI readers! This week, save $150 on LG's 27" 5K Monitor (27MD5KB-B) for 2016 and 2017 MacBook Pros with free expedited shipping and no sales tax on orders shipped outside NY and NJ. This UltraFine display features Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and comes with a 3-year warranty for added peace of mind.

Christine McKee 8 years ago 0

LG teases new Apple-compatible Thunderbolt 3 monitors including '5K UltraWide' model

LG is set to show off two new Thunderbolt 3 monitors at this January's Consumer Electronics Show, including the company's first 21:9 "5K UltraWide" display.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 15

LG Display hints at deal to begin making OLED panels for Apple's iPhone X

LG Display may be on the verge of providing display panels for the iPhone X, entering Apple's OLED supply chain earlier than expected and reducing dependence on Samsung.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 13

LG said to be producing Apple iPhone camera modules in new Vietnam factory

A new LG Innotek factory in Vietnam is allegedly geared toward churning out single- and dual-lens camera modules for various iPhone models, matching Apple's growing demands.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 5

How ditching the home button on iPhone X could pave the way for a dynamic, foldable future iPhone

Moving away from the home button could allow for future iPhones to be used in a variety of different orientations — and different physical form factors. AppleInsider explains how the absence of a physical home button on the iPhone X could set the stage for future radical design changes, amid rumors that Apple is interested in pursuing a folding iPhone.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 22

Apple seeks new patent for folding displays as rumors of a foldable OLED iPhone heat up

On the heels of a rumor that Apple is working with OLED maker LG on a future iPhone that could fold in half, a new patent application from the company describes the very same thing.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 22

Rumor: Apple working with LG on foldable OLED iPhone in 2020, leaving rival Samsung in dark

Samsung is believed to be the sole supplier of OLED displays for Apple's forthcoming iPhone X, but in an effort to keep future technology breakthroughs secret from its chief rival, Apple is rumored to have partnered with LG to work on a new, foldable iPhone concept.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 32

New version of LG Display Manager available for macOS High Sierra with USB, camera tweaks

LG has released a new version of its utility for owners of the company's UltraFine displays for High Sierra, bringing improvements to USB connectivity, the built-in web camera, and the integrated speakers.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 10

LG unlikely to enter iPhone OLED supply chain before 2019

Following revelations that Samsung could be the sole supplier of OLED displays for a next-generation "iPhone 8" handset, a report late Wednesday reaffirms previous claims that Apple's effort to diversify its supply chain with panels from LG is unlikely to bear fruit before 2019.

Mikey Campbell 8 years ago 20

Apple seeking to diversify iPhone OLED supply beyond Samsung with LG investment, postulates analyst

With rumors swirling about an Apple investment in LG Displays to crank out OLED screens, an analyst report suggests that the iPhone maker is seeking to make LG a secondary supplier of iPhone screens in 2019 and 2020 to cut back on the need for Samsung screens.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 5

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