We’re still waiting for the 2025 iPhone series, but rumors about the 2027 models are already emerging. This is normal given these massively popular devices that generate a lot of buzz. According to rumors, Apple will replace this year’s iPhone Plus with an ultra-thin iPhone Air. Well, recent whispers suggest that the 2027 iPhone Air model could debut a groundbreaking, power-saving LTPO3 OLED display.
If the report is true, the 2027 iPhone Air could mitigate the issues stemming from the lack of internal space to integrate a larger battery. The LTPO3 OLED display technology would help achieve longer battery life on the device. Apple is reportedly looking to double down on display efficiency to offer some additional hours of on-screen time.
Apple could debut LTPO3 OLED display tech in the 2027 iPhone Air
Currently, iPhones (and many Androids) use LTPO OLED displays. These incorporate oxide semiconductors in their switching transistors. LTPO technology enables dynamically variable refresh rates as low as 1 Hz. Non-LTPO displays typically have fixed refresh rates that they “jump” between, which is less power efficient.
The LTPO3 OLED upgrade involves applying oxide to the driving transistors as well. Think of it as making every single pixel even smarter about how much power it sips. A higher concentration of oxide effectively lowers power consumption, especially when the screen is operating at lower refresh rates (like when displaying a static image). Apple actually pioneered this specific LTPO3 tech, applying oxide to the driving TFT, in its Apple Watch 10 series.
Pros and cons
The main benefit for you, the user, is clear: more battery life. However, there’s always a technical balancing act. While these super-efficient switches are excellent for power saving, they tend to respond a bit slower. So, Apple will be working to fine-tune this technology to ensure it delivers top-tier performance without noticeable drawbacks.
2027 might seem like a long way off to wait. However, these early insights give us a look at how Apple could address certain pitfalls. If the iPhone Air does indeed launch with this cutting-edge LTPO3 OLED, it could set a new standard for power-saving displays across the smartphone industry.
2025-06-18 15:04:44