Market Trends of Flexible Display Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Flexible Display Market according to our research experts:
Adoption of Flexible Display to Grow Significantly in Smartphones and Tablets
- Although the adoption of flexible displays is still in the nascent stage, the technology is considered the next big thing for the smartphone industry, as the technology offers many benefits. For example, it lets the user quickly increase the size of the device when watching video content and makes it smaller to fit in their pocket when needed.
- Additionally, it also provides more aesthetics and functionality to the device. For instance, flexible displays can give customers better multitasking capabilities on mobile devices. In the case of smartphones, foldable displays can eliminate the need for a tablet as a secondary device in some cases. The display is a visual output surface designed to withstand being folded, bent, and twisted in smartphones.
- Various researchers have been working on making flexible displays reliable and cost-effective, leading to the development of new displays. For instance, in April 2021, TCL developed a Fold 'n' Roll concept that transforms a 6.87-inch phone into a 10-inch tablet, using a folding hinge and extendable mechanism to expand from phone to tablet. The company also showcased the Tri-Fold foldable concept smartphone device (up to 10-inch tablet) that relies on two hinges, which is a unique concept and targets an entirely different user group.
- OLED is an emerging display technology that is increasingly being used in many mobile devices. OLEDs are the latest generation technology in the display industry and provide superior performance and enhanced optical characteristics compared to older LEDs and LCDs. Furthermore, smartphone manufacturers like Samsung, Motorola, and LG are increasingly using these flexible OLED displays.
- With the number of smartphone users increasing, the industry is expected to create significant opportunities for flexible display providers. For instance, according to Ericsson, at the end of 2021, there were about 6.3 billion smartphone subscribers, accounting for about 77 % of all mobile phone subscriptions. This number is expected to reach 7.8 billion in 2027.
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Asia-Pacific is Expected to Hold a Significant Market Share
- The Asia-Pacific is emerging as a leading region for developing flexible displays, particularly in the consumer electronics industry; countries in the region, particularly those in East Asia (China, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore), share a steady growth primarily related to flexible displays.
- OLED displays are witnessing increased demand in the Asia Pacific region as end-users across various industry verticals emphasize the importance of high-quality displays. Advancements in material technologies are further driving the development of new applications of flexible displays and flexible electronics, which are expected to account for a significant share of the market demand and revenues over and beyond the forecast period.
- The regional market is driven by the consolidation of market players, resulting in many advanced display technologies dominating the market. Moreover, Asian countries are the base for display manufacturing foundries, which positions this region in a dominating market position.
- Emerging players in the Asia-Pacific's flexible display market are filing patents for their technology, which is likely to increase the competition in the market. The leading flexible display manufacturers of the Asia-Pacific region, such as Samsung, LG Display, and others, are investing considerably in enhancing their production facilities to introduce new products.
- The emergence of wearables, such as smartwatches, and other devices, are also expected to provide the market with the impetus for demand generation. According to Cisco Systems, the number of connected wearable devices in Asia is expected to reach 311 million in 2022, from 258.2 million in 2021. Such trends are expected to support the market's growth during the forecast period.
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