The excitement around the Curved Display is not yet solid (number of products in the market is relatively low + the high cost involved in the manufacturing of small curved displays, and more); however, one can observe that, applications of curved displays are increasing with devices such as smartwatches and smartphones.
Smartphones such as the LG G Flex, Samsung Galaxy Round, and Samsung Galaxy
S6 Edge are some outstanding models with curved screens available in the
market.
The Samsung Gear S is the only smartwatch with a curved display available
in the market.
According to Technavio, Curved
displays in automobile dashboards will significantly enhance functions and
features in modern cars over the next four years.
Possible applications of curved displays, such as smart glasses, fitness
bands, and digital signage are also at the heart of stakes.
Technavio’s latest global curved display market
2016-2020 identifies
the following top three emerging trends for the global curved display market
2016-2020:
- Increase in pixel density
- Innovation with vertical integration
- Increasing applications of curved displays
According to the report, Unit
shipment of curved TV is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 20% by 2020, while
shipments of curved monitors are forecast to expand at a CAGR of around 37%
during this period.
The emergence of display
technologies such as OLEDs and the rising demand for larger screen sizes (55
and 65 inches) worldwide are some of the main factors driving the global curved
display market.