Get ready for a revolution in tablet technology! The future of displays is here, and it's all about OLED. Omdia predicts a massive 39% surge in OLED tablet panel shipments by 2026, reaching an impressive 15 million units. But here's where it gets interesting: this growth is almost entirely driven by the rise of OLED, with LCD panel shipments remaining stagnant.
The key players in this OLED revolution are Apple and Samsung. Apple is estimated to launch its highly anticipated OLED iPad Mini in 2026, increasing the demand for OLED panels and boosting Samsung Display's production. And this is the part most people miss: other companies like BOE, TCL CSOT, and Visionox are also gearing up to supply OLED panels to Huawei's tablets, further fueling the growth.
But it's not just about tablets. OLED makers are preparing for a sharp rise in demand for OLED displays across various IT devices, including laptops and monitors. Samsung Display is set to begin mass production at its 8.6-Gen line in Q3 2026, with BOE hot on their heels, aiming to start production even earlier.
The OLED wave is gaining momentum, and it's not just limited to Huawei and Apple. Samsung has already released new AMOLED tablets, and as Apple leads the way with its increased adoption of OLED, other device makers are sure to follow. The market share of OLED in the tablet segment is set to soar, and the future looks bright for this cutting-edge display technology.
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Posted: Nov 18, 2025 by Ron Mertens
