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Bloomberg reports that Samsung could launch new smartphone models with significantly more bendability than its previous "Edge" models:
Samsung Electronics Co. is considering introducing two new smartphone models that will feature bendable screens, including a version that folds in half like a cosmetic compact, people familiar with the matter said. The devices using organic light-emitting diodes could be unveiled as soon as early 2017, the people said, asking not to be identified because the matter is private. That would likely give it a head start on new Apple Inc. iPhones. The second Samsung model will have a 5-inch screen when used as a handset, that unfurls into a display that's as large as 8 inches, similar to a tablet, the people said.
Samsung, the biggest supplier of OLED panels for mobile products, has pioneered the development of new screen formats with its multi-sided Edge smartphones. Using advanced display technology may help the company recapture customers from Apple and boost earnings that have slumped for the past two years.
(Score: 2) by bob_super on Tuesday June 07 2016, @07:17PM
Does the battery fold too, or are they planning yet another "barely lasts one day" expensive gadget?
I can go almost a week on my Priv' battery, despite the screen being an inch bigger than my pockets would like. If bendable means I can have a physical keyboard in clamshell device, I'm interested. But only if I can forget to charge it for at least days and not even worry about it.
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Tuesday June 07 2016, @07:28PM
Good news, the device doesn't need a battery, but instead it powers itself by drinking your blood.
(Score: 2) by Username on Wednesday June 08 2016, @12:04AM
I could live with that. Thought I doubt it would need to drink my blood, just use it as an electrolyte, or harvest the current/heat my body naturally gives off.
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Wednesday June 08 2016, @03:02AM
Great, just what we need - a drunk phone.