The latest iPhone leak suggests that Apple is holding back its ProMotion display technology, also known as low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) displays, from several upcoming models for the next two years. Industry analyst and notable iPhone leaker Ross Young has revealed that the rumored iPhone 15 and subsequent iPhone 16 will continue to have LTPS displays, which is the same type of OLED screen present on the iPhone 14. However, this technology will remain stagnant for base models until 2025 when the base and rumored iPhone 17 launches with ProMotion.
ProMotion is a technology that enables a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling, and it can dynamically turn that rate down to 10Hz to save battery life. The feature was first seen on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max and then found its way onto the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, both of which extended the refresh range down to 1Hz. However, the base models for the two lines don’t support ProMotion, as iPhone users had hoped would change with the iPhone 15.
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Aside from the screen, Young’s Tweet also reveals some interesting tidbits. The rumored iPhone 15 may be the first standard model to ditch the camera notch, according to Young’s information, and opt for the Dynamic Island’s pill-like design. The Under Panel Face ID is set to launch on the rumored iPhone 17 Pro, complete with a small pin-sized hole for the selfie camera. Additionally, the iPhone 19 Pro in 2027 may have an “under panel camera,” meaning there will be no visible selfie lens.
It’s essential to note that this is all leaked information and should be taken with a grain of salt. However, given Young’s track record, this news may be disappointing to some iPhone users who were hoping to see improvements to the iPhone 15 screen. The standard iPhone 14 has a nice screen with decent power behind it, but there’s still room for improvement. Apple may need to address this issue, as the iPhone 14 display is not very good at running video games, according to Senior Mobile Editor Alex Walker-Todd.
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Assuming the leak is correct, those who want to enjoy the benefits of ProMotion displays will have to spend nearly $1000 on an iPhone. While this may not be an issue for some iPhone users, it may be a significant drawback for others, as not everyone wants to spend that much money on a smartphone.
In conclusion, we will have to wait and see whether the rumors are true and if Apple continues to hold back its LTPO display technology from several upcoming iPhone models. The two-year wait for ProMotion displays may be disappointing for some iPhone users, but it may also be an opportunity for Apple to innovate and come up with new screen technologies beyond ProMotion. It’s also important to note that, while a good screen is essential, it’s not the only factor to consider when buying a smartphone. Users need to look at other features, such as camera quality and performance, before making a purchasing decision.
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