Much of the world is still patiently awaiting the launch of the iPad 2, but that’s not stopping The Korea Herald from beginning iPad 3 speculation. According to its sources, the newspaper believes Apple is “actively courting Samsung to build AMOLED displays” for the third generation iPad. Adding fuel to the fire are reports Apple’s head Tim Cook took a trip to South Korea last week to begin discussions with Samsung’s top brass.
An updated Retina display was rumored to hit the iPad 2 leading up to its launch. As you and I both know, that never happened. The current 9.7-inch LED backlight display featuring IPS technology is no slouch, but higher-resolution AMOLED displays may be in sight.
“Apple wants to tap into Samsung’s AMOLED technology for an upgraded version of the iPad2, considered as many as the iPad3 that is likely to be launched toward the end of this year. During Cook’s trip last week, Apple seems to have offered Samsung an advance for the AMOLED displays.”
Although The Korea Herald is a respected news source, 9to5Mac is quick to point out several glaring issues with the story. For starters, there’s no AMOLED tablets to date, making it highly unlikely Samsung would allow Apple to become the first. Not to mention Samsung has several tablets of its own which will be due for a refresh next year. Also, there’s currently a lawsuit filed by Apple against Samsung which needs to be addressed.
Despite these issues we can’t help but smile at the though of Samsung AMOLED displays powering the iPad 3. The lower power consumption, fast refresh rates, deep blacks, vivid colors and visibility in direct sunlight would be well received.
via 9to5Mac
