UDC technology has been floating around the smartphone industry for many years. However, very few brands have embraced it. Apparently, there are certain hurdles that have been very difficult to overcome. That said, it seems there’s already a date for the technology’s widespread implementation in mobile devices. A report claims that under-display cameras (UDC) will finally go mainstream on both Android phones and Apple’s iPhones in 2027.
If you’re not aware, UDC technology allows the front-facing camera to be hidden behind the display. This led to challenges like blocking light from reaching the sensor, which negatively impacted image quality. Samsung uses it on the inner display of its Galaxy Z Fold devices—though it looks like it’s dropping it on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. It’s also present on the RedMagic gaming phones, for example. However, people might not be willing to accept lower-quality selfies on their flagship phones, so it never became mainstream.
UDC tech (under-display cameras) to reach mainstream Android phones by 2027
Now, according to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the year 2027 is shaping up to be the moment when we see under-display cameras widely. This could mean saying goodbye to notches and punch-holes for a truly uninterrupted, edge-to-edge display experience on our beloved devices. If the leak is true, it is possible that manufacturers are close to overcoming current challenges related to image quality and display uniformity.
The buzz around this prediction is significant, and it hints at a unified direction for smartphone aesthetics. True full-screen layouts would become more common on Android phones and iPhones starting in 2027 thanks to UDC. For Android users, this could mean more flagship devices sporting sleek, bezel-less screens without any visible front-facing camera cutouts. Imagine watching videos, playing games, or simply browsing the web on a completely smooth, immersive display. All without having to settle for poor-quality selfies.
Also on iPhones
Apple is expected to join this UDC wave around the same timeframe. Known for its meticulous approach to technology integration, Apple’s potential adoption of UDC in iPhones would be a strong indicator of the technology’s maturity and readiness for mass-market appeal. This move from Apple could further incentivize Android manufacturers to embrace UDC on their premium offerings.
The benefits of under-display cameras are clear: a cleaner, more immersive visual experience. Maybe soon we will see a seamless blend of display quality and camera functionality.
While 2027 might seem like a ways off, the leak offers a glimpse into the future of smartphone design. It points toward a world where the front camera becomes virtually invisible when not in use. So, the screens of our devices could finally truly shine.
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