The iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 9 are among the most anticipated smartphones of 2024, and according to a recent report, they might share a significant feature: displays supplied by Samsung. Google is expected to unveil its latest smartphone at the Made by Google event on August 13, while Apple’s launch is projected for September. Both devices are rumored to feature Samsung Display’s advanced “M14” screens.
iPhone 16
• A17 Pro or A18
• 6.1 inch 60hz OLED display
• 48mp main & 12mp Ultrawide
• Action button
• 3561mah battery
• 8gb ramExpected price of $799 pic.twitter.com/g8tRkWYosa
— Anthony (@TheGalox_) June 30, 2024
iPhone and Pixel Display Supply
A report by the South Korean publication ETNews reveals that Samsung Display is set to be the main supplier of OLED screens for both the iPhone 16 and Google Pixel 9. The “M14” screens, Samsung Display’s latest advancement in organic material structure, will be featured in these upcoming smartphones. Currently, Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra boasts the highest quality OLED screen labeled as “M13.” Meanwhile, the iPhone 15 Pro was speculated to continue using the “M12” display from its predecessor.
The fact that the iPhone 16 won’t have a 120Hz refresh rate (ProMotion display), but will still sell in millions, shows the brand value of Apple compared to other brands.
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— Technerd (@Technerd_9) April 6, 2024
An OLED display, which uses organic materials to produce color, operates differently from LCD screens. Unlike LCDs that require a backlight to illuminate liquid crystals, the pixels in OLED displays are self-lit. This technology typically results in wider viewing angles and superior color reproduction, particularly in rendering shades of black.
Google Pixel 9 Pro
• 6.34 inch Samsung M14 120hz OLED display
• Tensor G4 & Exynos 5400 modem
• Main, Ultrawide & Periscope telephoto cameras
• 16gb ram & up to 512gb storage
• Android 15
• Satellite ConnectivityExpected price of $999 pic.twitter.com/0TsBWDK6YS
— Anthony (@TheGalox_) July 2, 2024
The report indicates that all smartphones in Google’s Pixel 9 lineup will feature the “M14” display. However, within Apple’s lineup, only the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be equipped with this advanced screen, while the base iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus might continue to use “M12” displays. Additionally, Samsung Display is expected to provide four types of “M14” displays to Google—three for the Pixel 9 variants and one for the Google Pixel Fold, including its rumored successor.
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