Samsung is reportedly exploring the possibility of integrating OLED panels from Chinese manufacturer BOE into its premium Galaxy S-series smartphones. This consideration comes after years of patent disputes between the two companies, which were recently resolved.
Samsung and BOE Initiate Talks on OLED Supply
According to translated reports, senior representatives from Samsung Display and BOE held meetings to discuss potential procurement of OLED panels. The discussions mark a significant development following a prolonged patent infringement case where BOE was found culpable of violating Samsung's intellectual property rights.
What’s Your Take on BOE OLED Screens in Galaxy Flagships?
Poll results from 95 votes:
I don’t see any issues with this shift: 33.68%
No, I doubt BOE’s displays can match Samsung’s quality: 66.32%
Why Would Samsung Consider BOE Panels?
Samsung is renowned for producing some of the world’s finest display technology.
Despite Samsung’s industry-leading OLED panels, the company faces increasing manufacturing costs amid global supply chain challenges and the rising expense of memory components, especially as AI infrastructure demands surge.
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A Strategic Shift That Could Bring Savings
As smartphone prices continue to surge due to heightened memory component costs influenced by AI demands, Samsung is actively working toward supply chain self-sufficiency. Its recent achievement with the Exynos 2600 chipset highlights its ongoing efforts to reduce manufacturing expenses.
Partnering with BOE for OLED display supply could be a strategic move to diversify sourcing and potentially lower production costs without compromising display quality, provided BOE meets Samsung’s stringent standards.
