Last year, only the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max were treated to the superior M14 OLED technology, but Apple intends to branch out this display to the more affordable models later this year, which includes the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air. This step will give the California-based giant an edge over the competition, including the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which strangely missed out on getting the M14 OLED. There are various benefits to incorporating such a panel into the upcoming iPhones, which we will discuss below.
Using the M14 OLED on the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will allow the less expensive models to flaunt higher brightness levels and increased longevity
For the uninitiated, M14 technology comprises materials that improve the efficiency of the blue-emitting layer. This helps to increase brightness levels by 30 percent compared to the M13 variant while also upping the lifespan. Samsung has been hard at work to add blue phosphorescent materials to replace the current blue fluorescent elements, so it is possible that we will see these changes in M15 OLEDs.
Even if the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air are not treated to M15, the fact that Apple used M14 in the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max is a testament to this OLED’s capabilities. The information posted by Jukanlosreve and spotted by ITHome does not mention if the entire lineup will be treated to M14, but given that Apple is said to bring LTPO technology to all models later this year, a display upgrade may have been necessary for the entire family.
What is strange about this rumor is that Samsung is actively developing M14 OLED panels but does not seem interested enough to use them in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Even then, previous display tests conducted by DXOMark revealed that the Korean giant’s top-end offering does not require this upgrade because it obtained first place out of all the premium smartphones tested.
News Source: Jukanlosreve
About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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