Various news about the iPhone SE 4 has been taking shape. In particular, it has received a lot of attention as important changes related to the display have been revealed. In this posting, we will look at the news about the iPhone SE 4 display.
iPhone SE 4 enhances premium images with OLED!
iPhone SE 4 LCD to OLED coming soon
The iPhone SE 4 will be based on the iPhone 14 model, not the iPhone XR as previously rumored. This will increase the display size to 6.1 inches and is expected to feature an OLED panel instead of the traditional LCD panel. This is expected to significantly improve the brightness and clarity of the screen.
Background of OLED panel introduction
According to a recent report by Nikkei Asia, Apple has decided to use OLED displays on all iPhone models starting in 2025. As a result, Japan’s JDI, which has been supplying LCD panels to the iPhone SE series, will be excluded from Apple’s supply chain. Above all, it is in line with Apple’s plan to completely exclude LCD panels from iPhones starting in 2025 and install OLED displays on all iPhone models sold.
As a result, some LCD displays made for services will be produced by BOE in the future and will be completely discontinued except for countries such as India.
JDI and Sharp drop out of supply chain
Following Apple’s decision, JDI and Sharp have been removed from Apple’s LCD supply chain list entirely. In the past, starting with the iPhone 5 series, JDI had a large share of the iPhone display market, accounting for 70% of the market, but with the introduction of OLED displays in premium models from the iPhone X onwards, they gradually lost market share.
Currently, the main suppliers of OLED displays for iPhones are Samsung Electronics (50%), LG Display (30%), and BOE (20%). According to Omnia’s market research, the use of OLED panels in the smartphone market will reverse by 2023. Premium displays will now be available starting with the iPhone SE series, the entry-level of the iPhone series, and the iPhone SE 4.
Expanded supply of LG Display
Furthermore, unlike previous rumors, LG Display, not BOE, will be responsible for the supply of OLED panels for the iPhone SE 4. This has increased the likelihood that LG Display will become a major supplier in mid- to low-end models as well.
Design and feature changes in iPhone SE 4
It looks like the iPhone SE 4 will add elements that set it apart from the existing design. The biggest change is that it will likely have a dynamic island instead of a face ID and notch design.
It appears to have inherited the latest design trends like the current iPhone 14, and although it is not yet clear whether dynamic islands will be introduced, it is clear that a clearer and brighter screen will be available.
iPhone SE 4 price and performance outlook
The iPhone SE 4 is expected to have a significant performance boost over the existing SE series, raising the possibility of a price increase. The latest news suggests that the iPhone SE 4 will have performance closer to that of the regular model, which could lead to a price increase. It’s too early to tell if the price will increase, but there’s certainly a lot of talk of a premium upgrade. We’ll keep you posted as soon as we hear more.