20 Million Panels to Be Mass Produced by Samsung S
20 Million Panels to Be Mass Produced by Samsung S
Publish Date: 2026-03-13 12:48:00
Source Domain: zeerawireless.com
Apple iPhone Fold display rumors suggest Samsung Display has secured 20 million foldable OLED panel orders for the rumored iPhone Fold, with mass production expected to begin in May 2026.
Samsung Reportedly Wins Major iPhone Fold Screen Order
According to Korean media Aju News, which published a report, Samsung’s influence within Apple’s supply chain is becoming stronger than ever. The report states that Samsung Display has secured up to 20 million foldable OLED panels for Apple’s first foldable smartphone, widely referred to as the iPhone Fold.
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Industry estimates cited in the report suggest that panel mass production could begin in May 2026, indicating that Apple’s foldable iPhone development has entered an advanced stage ahead of its expected launch window.
iPhone Fold Production Boost: Why Apple Increased Panel Orders to 20M
Supply-chain sources also suggest that Apple’s expected order size for foldable displays has increased multiple times during the planning process.
| Stage | Estimated Order Volume |
|---|---|
| Initial estimate | ~13 million panels |
| Revised estimate | ~15 million panels |
| Latest report | ~20 million panels |
The increase may indicate that Apple is raising its expectations for the first generation foldable iPhone, possibly due to stronger demand forecasts for premium foldable devices.
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iPhone Fold Production Timeline: Why May 2026 is the Critical Turning Point
Reports indicate that Samsung Display may begin mass production of the foldable OLED panels in May 2026.
To prepare for this order, the company is reportedly:
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Upgrading production lines at its Asan manufacturing facilities in South Korea
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Increasing capacity on its A3 OLED production line
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Optimizing production specifically for
