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LG’s new foldable display material is “hard as glass,” but “flexible as plastic”

LG doesn’t make smartphones anymore, but the Korean electronics company still makes smartphone displays, and the company has just unveiled some new technology that could be used in upcoming phones with foldable displays. According to LG Chem, the new “Real Folding Window” display technology can be used to make screen covers where the surface is as […]

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LG’s new battery could help smartwatches run longer

Square or rectangular smartwatches have one big advantage over circular ones; traditionally shaped batteries fit better. Until now, most batteries for the smartwatches have been rectangular. However, according to a report from Korea Times LG Chem is now shipping a battery in the shape of a hexagon to smartwatch makers. A few major manufacturers produce smartwatches with round displays. LG […]

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LG’s new OLED lighting panels are the most flexible yet

LG is expected to start mass production of a new type of flexible display this summer. The folks at OLED Display.net report the new plastic OLED screens lighting panels can bend further than existing solutions. Update: LG’s new technology applies to lighting panels, not the screens you find on phones or tablets. It could be a while before […]