LG Display reveals world's first Stretchable display with micro-LEDs

LG Display has unveiled what it calls 'the World's First High-Resolution Stretchable Display'. For context, the company has already created rollable displays, which the LG Rollable would have showcased before LG shuttered its smartphone business. While the LG Rollable utilised a motorised system to expand and contract, LG Display claims that the Stretchable display functions more like a rubber band.

Supposedly, the display measures 12-inches by default, but its 20% stretchability allows it to be expanded to 14-inches when needed. For reference, LG Display claims to have built the Stretchable display using silicon from contact lenses, which it has applied to the panel's substrate to create a highly resistant substance. Theoretically, the new panel type is more flexible than foldable and rollable displays while also providing greater durability.

Additionally, LG Display explains that its Stretchable display utilises micro-LEDs with a sub-40 μm pixel pitch to aid durability, which it complements with a flexible S-form spring wired system to ensure the display can withstand its form being changed repetitively. Moreover, LG Display promises the use of micro-LED as well as delivering a resolution that 'competes with most existing monitors'. Unfortunately, the company has not outlined at what resolution the Stretchable display operates, other than it has a 100 PPI. Although LG Display has not confirmed whether the Stretchable display will be available commercially or for consumers, it intends the panel type to be used in the following applications:

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