The wait for the Apple Series 10 smartwatch is nearly over, and it appears to be packing a punch in the battery department.
According to a recent report , the upcoming wearable will boast a next-generation display technology that promises significantly improved battery life.
While earlier whispers hinted at the inclusion of microLED screens, The Elec suggests Apple has opted for a different path.
The Series 10 will reportedly feature an LTPO (low-temperature polycrystalline oxide) OLED display, coupled with thin-film transistor (TFT) technology. This innovative combination is expected to enhance the device's efficiency, translating to longer stretches between charges compared to the Series 9.
The report further reveals a strategic shift by Apple. The company is apparently moving away from using low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) technology in most of the Series 10's switching transistors. LTPS will be reserved for circuits outside the pixel area and a select few remaining transistors.
This calculated move is believed to be a key contributor to the anticipated battery life improvements.
It's worth noting that Apple's foray into microLED technology, as reported by Bloomberg, seems to have been shelved. This decision reportedly led to internal restructuring within the display engineering teams and even job reductions.
However, despite this change in direction, the Series 10 is still expected to showcase significant display advancements upon its release later this year, likely alongside the iPhone 16 series.
The rumour mill suggests the iPhone 16 lineup will comprise four models – the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Follow us
