Apple’s 20th anniversary iPhone, dubbed iPhone 20 and expected in 2027, will feature a revolutionary four-sided bending display eliminating bezels entirely. LG Display is investing approximately $300 million (400 billion won) to modify production lines for this futuristic design, while Samsung Display focuses on foldable iPhone screens for 2026.
The groundbreaking display technology represents Apple’s boldest iPhone redesign yet, potentially marking the culmination of years developing truly all-screen devices without visible cutouts or bezels.
iPhone 20 Expected Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Year | 2027 (20th iPhone anniversary) |
| Display Tech | Four-sided bending OLED |
| Design Goal | Fully bezel-less, all-screen |
| LG Investment | ~$300 million ($400B won) |
| Production Lines | Up to 10 lines allocated by Apple |
| Camera Tech | Under-display Face ID & selfie camera |
| TFE Requirement | Thinner moisture protection layer |
Four-Sided Bending Display Breakthrough
Unlike Samsung’s previous Galaxy Note Edge curved displays, Apple’s four-sided bending technology wraps the screen around all edges—not just left and right. This requires bending panel circuits in the bezel area and significantly thinner Thin-Film Encapsulation (TFE) protecting OLEDs from moisture and oxygen.
Korean outlet DealSite reports LG Display has begun ordering manufacturing equipment and entering talks with suppliers, signaling serious commitment despite the 2027 timeline.
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LG Leads While Samsung Waits
Industry sources confirm LG Display’s aggressive approach contrasts sharply with Samsung Display’s cautious stance. Equipment makers report “almost no talk of Samsung Display’s investment in the 20th-anniversary iPhone,” as Samsung prioritizes supplying foldable iPhone panels for 2026 with estimated 3-5 million unit shipments.
LG’s $300 million investment will significantly modify existing production lines since four-sided bending differs fundamentally from current manufacturing processes. Apple reportedly allocated approximately 10 production lines to LG specifically for this project.
Under-Display Technology Essential
Achieving truly bezel-less design requires more than curved displays. Apple must implement under-display Face ID sensors and selfie cameras, removing all visible cutouts including Dynamic Island. The technology eliminates front-facing components that would compromise the all-screen aesthetic.
Reports from 2023 confirm Apple requested both Samsung Display and LG Display develop bezel-free screens, originally targeting iPhone 18 in 2026 before development challenges pushed timelines to 2027.
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20th Anniversary Milestone
The 2027 launch marks iPhone’s 20th anniversary—a significant milestone justifying extraordinary design ambitions. This follows iPhone 17’s major redesign including the ultra-thin iPhone Air model, establishing foundations for increasingly bold future designs.
