# Script-Like Foldable Display Screens Samsung Unveils a Look at the Rollable Flex During SID By Amy Duong | Published 2023-05-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollable-flex References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/423645/Samsung-Unveils-Rollable-Display-That-Unfurls-Itself-Like-A-Script/) & [global.samsungdisplay](https://global.samsungdisplay.com/31165?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollable-display-concept) introduces the new Rollable Flex, which is a [folding screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-trifold) that was presented during SID Design Week this year in Los Angeles. It is a new prototype device that uses an O-shaped axis that is able to roll up the display as it measures 49mm. The screen can also unfurl itself into a screen that measures 254.4mm with an FHD+ resolution, which is about 1,200 by 1,920 pixels. This breaches into a new realm of technology devices as it is traditional to fold them closed. The high-tech scroll pushes boundaries and enters a new space of display advancements that are to be explored to possibly make [large laptops and monitors more transportable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-legion-pro-rollable) in the future. Image Credit: Samsung Display ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Foldable Display Screens:** Samsung's Rollable Flex introduces a new prototype device that uses an O-shaped axis that is able to roll up the display, creating new opportunities for foldable display innovation. - **Portable Monitors:** The high-tech scroll pushes boundaries and enters a new space of display advancements that are to be explored to possibly make large laptops and monitors more transportable in the future. - **FHD+ Resolution:** With an FHD+ resolution of about 1,200 by 1,920 pixels, the Rollable Flex creates new opportunities for high-resolution, flexible displays. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electronics:** The Rollable Flex is a disruptive innovation that pushes the boundaries of current display technology and presents new opportunities for innovation in the electronics industry. - **Gaming:** The high-resolution and flexibility of the Rollable Flex presents new opportunities for immersive, flexible gaming experiences. - **Design:** As a new prototype device, the Rollable Flex represents a disruptive innovation in the design industry and opens up new opportunities for creative, flexible design solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rolling Smart Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollable-display-concept.md) - [Foldable Sliding Display Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-flex-hybrid.md) - [Rollable Smartwatch Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollable-smartwatch.md) - [Rollable Multi-Screen Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinkbook-plus-gen-6-rollable.md) - [Briefcase-Like Flexible Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-briefcase.md) - [Flexible Folding Concept Phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-in-out-flip.md) - [Expanding Rollable Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-rollable.md) - [Automatically-Expanding Phone Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollable-screen-smartphone.md) - [Triple-Folding Smartphone Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-z-trifold.md)