Have you ever heard of in-cell touchscreen technology? If not, you might be wondering what it means.
In this blog, we will take a closer look at in-cell technology while revealing how it works and the benefits it offers.
From smartphones and tablets to human machine interfaces (HMI) and more, many touchscreens are now designed with in-cell technology.
In-Cell Technology in the display industry refers to a touchscreen integration method where the touch sensors are embedded directly into the LCD or OLED display layer, eliminating the need for a separate touch layer.
Display technology has evolved rapidly in recent years. GFF, On-cell, and TDDI/IN-CELL technologies are among the most significant innovations. These technologies have reshaped the design and performance of touchscreens in various devices, including consumer electronics and industrial systems.
For more information about TDDI , please refer below link in Orient Display Blogs section:
https://www.orientdisplay.com/introduction-to-embedded-touch-display-driver-chip-tddi/
Advantages & Benefits of In-cell Technology
- Slimmer, Lighter Design: Since the touch sensors are integrated into the display pixels, there is no need for additional touch panel, hence able to reducing overall thickness. In-cell technology allows for thinner displays, ideal for compact devices.
- Better Display Quality: With fewer layers, less reflection, more light passes through, improved brightness/contrast.
- Improved Touch Sensitivity & Accuracy: Direct integration reduces signal interference, leading to faster and more precise touch response.
- Cost-Efficiency: In-cell displays are cost-effective, as they reduce the need for multiple components.
- Reduce the weight of a touchscreen: Touchscreens with both a display layer and a digitizer layer weigh more than those with a single and integrated layer. It’s not a substantial difference, but the use of in-cell technology can lower the weight of a touchscreen nonetheless.
- Size and Resolution Orient Display developed, as below chart, size range from 1.9” to 12.1”, more sizes coming, pls contact with Orient Display support engineers
In-cell technologies offer thinner designs, faster touch response times, and better durability. As the demand for more compact and efficient devices continues to grow, we believe the In-cell technologies will play a crucial role in shaping the future of display and touch solutions. Understanding these innovations gives us a glimpse into the future of display technology and how it will impact various industries.