According to Korean media The Elec, LG Display has recently purchased 14 Micro LED patents through the transfer of technology patents to prepare for next-generation screens such as the Apple Watch Ultra.
It was previously reported that market research firm Trend Force said in July this year that Apple is developing an Apple Watch Ultra smartwatch with a next-generation micro LED display, but due to manufacturing problems, the device’s launch has been delayed again, and it may not be available until the first quarter of 2026 at the earliest.
In order to reduce its dependence on rival Samsung and strengthen its control over the supply of key components, Apple is actively investing in the mass production of next-generation displays.
Apple uses its mature supply chain to help promote the landing of micro LED panels. Suppliers such as Osram (ams-Osram) cooperate to develop micro LED components, LG provides substrates, and TSMC provides wafer chips.
LG Display has acquired 14 micro LED technologies through key technology transfers and other methods, so as to have greater influence in Apple’s process of improving the supply chain.
