Samsung Unveils Stretchable and Advanced OLED Displays at CES 2025
Tech enthusiasts were left in awe as Samsung showcased a revolutionary stretchable display at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas. The highlight of the event was a stretchable Micro-LED display that morphs from a flat surface to a bulging fisheye-like shape, before seamlessly returning to its original form. This innovative technology marks a significant leap in display capabilities, offering a glimpse into the future of flexible and adaptable screens.
Among the array of cutting-edge displays presented by Samsung at CES, the stretchable screen stole the spotlight with its mesmerising transformation. While the practical applications of such stretchable screens are yet to be fully realised, Samsung also introduced a range of flexible displays designed for specific use cases.
For instance, bendable screens that can be integrated into car dashboards, conforming to the interior design contours, were showcased. These displays feature Samsung's Flex Magic Pixel technology, enabling dynamic masking based on viewing angles, potentially enhancing driver safety by concealing distracting content.
The dominance of OLED technology in the realm of consumer electronics was further solidified at CES 2025, with Samsung unveiling groundbreaking products that push the boundaries of display quality. Noteworthy among the new releases was the world's first 27-inch ultra-high definition (4K) OLED display, boasting a remarkable pixel density of 160 pixels per inch. This display not only ensures crystal-clear text readability but also delivers an immersive gaming experience with a high refresh rate of 240Hz, reducing motion blur significantly.
In addition to the 27-inch OLED display, Samsung presented a prototype of a 5K 27-inch OLED screen with an impressive pixel density of 220 pixels per inch, hinting at further advancements in image sharpness. The trend of foldable displays gaining momentum was evident as Samsung introduced an 18.1-inch foldable screen, effectively combining the size of two iPad-sized tablets into a single foldable display. This development suggests a future where larger foldable devices could become commonplace, surpassing existing models in size and functionality.
Samsung's commitment to enhancing OLED technology extended to high-end televisions, with the company unveiling its 2025 QD-OLED TV boasting a remarkable brightness of 4,000 nits. This represents a significant improvement over previous models, with a 1,000-nit increase from the previous year and double the brightness of 2022 models. The advancements in display technology showcased by Samsung at CES 2025 underscore the company's dedication to innovation and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of visual technology.
Samsung wows CES 2025 attendees with a stretchable Micro-LED display that transitions from flat to bulging.
Flexible displays for specific use cases, such as bendable screens for car dashboards, were also showcased.
Samsung introduces groundbreaking OLED displays, including a 27-inch 4K OLED with 160ppi and a 5K 27-inch OLED with 220ppi.
Source: FORBES