Rumor: Apple tapping display supplier Novatek for iPhone 17 Air

Apple's rumored iPhone 17 Air may get the title of the thinnest iPhone ever, thanks to Novatek's cutting-edge display technology.Render of iPhone 17 SlimTaiwan's leading display driver IC manufacturer, Novatek, is set to begin mass production of OLED TDDI (Touch and Display Driver Integration) technology in the second quarter of 2025. OLED TDDI integrates touch and display functionality into a single chip, allowing for slimmer and more efficient screens.Apple is anticipated to be one of the earliest adopters of this technology for its future iPhone models, potentially starting with the rumored iPhone 17 Air. The technology could lead to thinner, more energy-efficient OLED displays, giving Apple a competitive edge in display technology. Rumor Score: