“Rise of Flexible and Foldable Display Glass Substrates”
- The glass substrate market is witnessing a significant trend toward the development and adoption of flexible and foldable glass substrates, driven by the increasing popularity of foldable smartphones and wearable devices
- Manufacturers are innovating ultra-thin and bendable glass materials that can withstand repeated folding without compromising durability or display clarity
- For instance, Samsung’s foldable smartphones and Microsoft’s Surface Duo utilize flexible glass substrates, highlighting the commercial viability and consumer demand for such technologies
- This trend is pushing glass producers to enhance glass toughness and elasticity through advanced chemical strengthening and coating techniques
- In addition, the trend supports the growth of new product categories in consumer electronics, such as rollable displays and flexible tablets, opening fresh opportunities for glass substrate applications beyond traditional rigid displays
