Apple retains "Dynamic Island" on iPhone, UDC remains a challenge

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Apple is reportedly continuing to retain the “Dynamic Island” on iPhones for longer than fans had anticipated. This is believed to be due to the company still facing challenges in developing under-display camera (UDC) technology, which remains unresolved. As reported by Gizmochina on Wednesday (25/3) local time, initial plans, based on numerous leaks from technology leakers and analysts, revealed that Apple was indeed attempting to place the entire Face ID system under the phone’s screen, leaving only a small hole for the front camera. However, this appears to be more difficult to achieve than the circulating estimates suggested. Because the plan is not yet mature, the latest reports from China indicate that Apple is working on a smaller Dynamic Island display for the iPhone 18 Pro model. It is not a major visual leap as many fans had hoped, but it is still a step in the right direction. Apple’s own UDC challenge lies in the operation of Face ID. This system is not just a single sensor that can be easily hidden; it comprises a complete set of interconnected components. All of these must be ensured to work reliably under the screen without slowing down or affecting accuracy. It may seem straightforward, but Apple has found this to be a significant challenge and does not want to compromise the final result. Therefore, the company appears to be opting to refine rather than rush, meaning the Dynamic Island will be retained at least until the latest phone release this year. A smaller Dynamic Island is expected to make the next Apple smartphone’s display cleaner. This information remains in the form of rumours from supply chain sources, so there is a high possibility it could change.