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The cancelled LG Rollable is back in the headlines, this time due to a detailed teardown that shows how advanced this project was. Despite the fact that the phone was never released for sale, its design still makes a huge impression. Interestingly, many of the solutions implemented by LG have still not been used in today's smartphones. This demonstrates that the industry could have taken a completely different path.
Rollable screen instead of folding solved real problems
LG opted for a completely different approach than its competitors. Instead of folding the screen, the LG Rollable used a rolling mechanism with motors and a guiding system, which expanded the screen without a visible crease. This eliminated one of the biggest issues with foldables—the characteristic "fold" on the screen. Additionally, part of the display could function as a rear screen, which was very practical for taking photos.
Why this idea did not hit the market
The phone was close to launch, but LG withdrew from the smartphone market before it could be introduced. As a result, one of the most innovative projects in recent years was abandoned. Interestingly, despite the passage of time, manufacturers still focus mainly on foldable screens instead of developing the concept of rollable displays.
LG Rollable shows that the smartphone industry could have looked different. This is an example of technology that was ahead of its time and still has not seen a legitimate successor.
source: digitaltrends.com
