Why Apple may have picked Samsung over LG for the most important component of ‘foldable iPhone’ and what makes it is an ‘unusual strategy’ for the company

Apple has reportedly selected Samsung Display as the sole supplier for the foldable OLED screens destined for its highly anticipated “iPhone Fold,” according to a report highlighted by AppleInsider. The display is considered a crucial element, essentially defining the functionality of the foldable device. In a report, citing sources from Business Korea, AppleInsider notes that Apple has finalised its decision to partner with Samsung Display for the initial rollout of its foldable screen technology. While Apple typically employs a multi-vendor strategy for its components, including LG Display and BOE, the report suggests that Samsung will be the exclusive provider for the first iteration of the folding iPhone screen.