India, July 16 -- Apple is preparing to enter the foldable smartphone market with a new device expected to feature a crease-free display, a significant advancement compared to current foldable phones. Reports suggest that Samsung Display is supplying Apple with specialised foldable panels designed to avoid the visible fold lines common in existing models.

Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed that Apple's foldable screen will include a metal plate beneath the display. This component will help distribute the stress caused by folding evenly across the screen, which may reduce or eliminate the crease. The metal plates are primarily sourced from Fine M-Tec, a South Korean supplier that also works with Samsung's foldable phones. However,...