Samsung Steps Away from Under-Display Camera Tech While Apple Eyes 2027 iPhone Launch
Foldable UDC Camera Dropped for Galaxy Z Fold 7 as Apple and Android Rivals Reassess the Future
Samsung Reverses Course on UDC for 2025
In a surprising shift, Samsung is reportedly abandoning under-display camera (UDC) technology in its upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7, marking a reversal from its multi-generation commitment to this advanced camera design.
- The Z Fold 7 will likely exclude the UDC seen in its predecessors—from the Z Fold 3 through Z Fold 6.
- Even the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition skipped the UDC, aligning with this trend.
Cost and Quality at the Heart of the Decision
While the UDC offers a clean, full-view screen, Samsung is believed to be stepping back due to limited image quality improvements and high production costs.
- Improving UDC quality would require advanced tech investments, making it financially impractical for now.
- Instead, Samsung may revert to the punch-hole camera, a proven and popular solution among users.
Apple Plans to Adopt UDC in 2027
As Samsung exits UDC, Apple appears to be entering. A new rumor suggests that iPhones launching in 2027 may feature under-display camera technology, which would be a first for the tech giant.
- Apple is reportedly still in the research and development stage.
- If successful, Apple’s move could spark broader adoption across the industry.
Other Android OEMs Explore UDC Options
While Samsung steps back, other Android manufacturers are continuing to evaluate UDC implementation, likely encouraged by the appeal of uninterrupted display experiences.
- UDC’s future in Android remains uncertain but active, depending on cost-effectiveness and innovation breakthroughs.
Final Confirmation Expected at Unpacked 2025
Though the information about Samsung dropping UDC is currently based on leaks, the official word is expected at the Galaxy Unpacked event in July. Until then, the rumor mill continues to churn, especially as Apple and others explore next-gen display innovations.
Samsung’s move represents a strategic focus on practicality and cost-efficiency, while Apple may be positioning for a dramatic visual redesign in its 2027 iPhone lineup.
