- By Alex David
- Wed, 15 Oct 2025 02:26 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Samsung, the first foldable smartphone creator and manufacturer since 2019, might revolutionise the technology. A newly patented technique discovered may indicate that the firm is already developing self-healing technology for the screen to integrate a fingerprint sensor beneath the display in future foldable galaxies. The revolutionary technique will be the answer to one of the biggest constraints in foldable design – how to design flexible screens that maintain scratch-proof design and working sensors.
Samsung’s Vision for Smarter, Stronger Foldables
According to patent details uncovered by tipsters Xeaks7 (David Kowalski) and Summarise Meeting, Samsung is working on a self-healing display structure that can detect cracks, prevent further damage, and even repair itself — particularly in delicate zones such as the camera cutouts and fingerprint sensor regions.
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The patented design reportedly uses a tiny sensing loop around the holes in the screen to monitor for microcracks. Two ultra-thin wires embedded in separate display layers constantly assess the screen’s condition. If damage is detected, microscopic grooves and sealants activate to block moisture and oxygen, reducing the risk of deeper cracks or corrosion in the foldable layers.
How Samsung’s Self-Healing Display Works
The patent also explains the use of dummy metal designs which are activated mechanically if the crack appears next to the camera, speaker, or sensor fragile regions. These enhance the weak area and inhibit additional destruction, allowing the screen to function.
The extra layer not just adds years to your foldable screen but also provides adequate structure for in-display fingerprint sensors that are unsuitable in Samsung foldables. If this succeeds, consumers could have an under-display biometric that is safe and reliable yet doesn’t undermine the device’s slimness or flexibility.
Potential Impact on Foldable Phone Design
This could multiply the longevity of the displays and save typical consumers a significant amount of money on repair, two of the most frequently expressed worries. Beyond the reader, it could allow for concealed under-display cameras and sensors for a more sophisticated appearance.
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Samsung is set to introduce their inaugural tri-fold smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, during the APEC Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea from October 31 - November 1. Expected features at this event are G-style inward folding phone with foldable screen technology.
Final Thoughts
Folding smartphone engineering may benefit greatly from this self-healing technology, making Samsung the first to unite all three important elements: durability, security, and cutting-edge design. As the Galaxy Z TriFold is soon to be launched with a patent predicting innovation, the organisation appears to be on a track to redefine the foldable product space.