Samsung Display has reportedly developed a 360-degree rotating display. According to a report, the foldable display prototype first showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2023 can be folded over a full 360-degree range in both directions. Samsung Display (a Samsung subsidiary that makes its displays) calls this a “flex in and out” display and while it’s not a new form factor when it comes to foldable devices, it certainly makes for some interesting use cases. Huh. Samsung showcased several display prototypes at CES 2023, including a new Flex Hybrid Display that both folds and slides at the same time.
according to a report good In The Verge, Samsung recently showed off this prototype display CES 2023, The “Flex In and Out” display, as its name implies, can fold both in and out. This means that the display can unfold like opening a newspaper or fold outwards and wrap itself around the device like the hardcover of a book.
The report claims that the featured display also uses a water-drop hinge design, which makes the folding mechanism possible inwards and outwards. This new hinge, which holds the display in a tear drop shape when folded inwards, is quite different from the hinge currently used. SamsungThe outgoing Galaxy Fold model. The brand claims that the new hinge design, apart from leaving very little visible creases, will also help reduce stress on the foldable display, which should theoretically help with long-term reliability.
The “flex in and out” display also appears to be linked to a functional device with a software interface and looks similar to the currently available Galaxy Fold models. Hence, it is likely that Samsung may bring it to the upcoming Galaxy Fold model, which as per tradition should be announced in August this year. The Verge noted that Samsung had demonstrated a similar display, but with multiple inner and outer folds, at an event held earlier in Korea.
A dual function fold in and fold out display primarily reduces the need for a second external display, which is often used when the device is folded. This is possible, as the internal display can double as the display when folded outwards, where the device can be placed on its side on a surface, such as a table. While this design has been used in the past, it was shot mainly because foldable displays were not durable enough when unfolded back. If Samsung goes ahead with this new hinged and foldable display for its next fold model, it will reduce the need for a secondary external display, as long as Samsung asks the user to fold the display inwards and protect it by two external clamshells Does not expect to hold, when in pocket or storage.