There is no doubt that foldable smartphones have come a long way. The crease, on the other hand, has been a constant source of frustration for early adopters. For years, people have had to deal with a dip or groove in the middle of their screens that they could see or feel. But at CES 2026 , Samsung Display showed off a new creaseless foldable display tech that could finally mean the end of this commitment.
Samsung unveils creaseless foldable display tech at CES 2026
The latest panel from Samsung ’s display division caught the attention of tech enthusiasts by appearing entirely flat, even when viewed from an angle. Reports from the event suggest that the company has finally managed to eliminate, or at least significantly hide, the fold line that usually marks the hinge area.
It’s not just about how it looks. Most people learn to ignore the crease when they look at a screen head-on over time. But you can often feel the physical “groove” when you scroll or play games. Reportedly, Samsung used a metal plate with laser-drilled holes behind the screen to fix this. This method lets the screen fold in a way that keeps the material from stretching or sagging, making it look and feel like a single, solid sheet of glass.
Source: Ice Universe
The hinge isn’t the only new thing. This new panel also has an under-display camera, which brings us closer to the “all-screen” dream. The display has a full-screen view for videos and apps because the lens is hidden behind the pixels. People have said that the panel’s overall quality is excellent, which means that Samsung didn’t have to give up brightness or color accuracy to get this smooth look.
Apple’s iPhone Fold could debut it
Interestingly, the conversation surrounding this display isn’t just about Samsung’s own phones. Reliable tech tipsters like Ice Universe suggest that this technology is a prime candidate for Apple’s entry into the foldable market. Apple has famously delayed its foldable iPhone for years, reportedly waiting for the technology to mature enough to meet its strict design standards. A creaseless screen with an invisible camera seems to fit that criterion perfectly.
Samsung fans are, of course, hoping that this technology will be in the next Galaxy Z Fold series . But there is a catch. This high-end panel may be more expensive to make, so it might only be available on a premium “Ultra” or “ Wide” foldable model instead of the standard lineup. In the end, it all depends on whether the mobile divisions are willing to pass that extra cost on to the customer.
We still have to wait for official product announcements. However, the demonstration at CES 2026 confirms that the hardware is ready. We are moving toward a future where “foldable” no longer means “compromised.” Whether it debuts on a new iPhone this September or a future Galaxy device, the invisible hinge represents a major milestone for foldable devices.
