Yesterday we reported that future iPads might sport up to 15-inch OLED displays. However, new reports have surfaced stating that it might not be possible till 2024.
According to a report by TheElec (via 9TO5Mac), Apple has abandoned plans for an Oled iPad this year. Sources have stated that the reason behind this decision was Samsung’s inability to provide the OLED displays according to Apple‘s quality requirements at a workable price.
The Cupertino-based giant wants the OLED panels to have two stack tandem structures, with two emission layers, instead of the conventional single-stack structure. These panels are brighter than the traditional OLED panels and are much more complex and costly to manufacture.
The report has stated that this requirement has made the project financially unviable for Samsung at Apple’s price. However, a next-generation manufacturing process would solve the problem by reducing the cost of production. But this would require a significant investment from Samsung to buy new equipment and make adjustments to their facilities.
The new equipment will likely be delivered in 2023, making the customers wait till 2024 for an iPad with the two-stack tandem structure OLED panels. The two tech giants are still discussing the matter. Sources suggest that if Samsung can secure a large enough order from Apple this time around, they can finalize the spending plan for this project and start ordering needed equipment during the third quarter of 2022.
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