Apple, the tech giant, is expected to unveil its new iPhone 15 series in September, following its regular launch cycle. The new range is anticipated to feature a faster processor, an improved camera, and a switch from the Lightning port to USB-C charging. However, the most exciting development could be the introduction of devices with rollable displays, as suggested by a recent patent filing.

The patent, discovered by the team at Patently Apple, indicates that the US tech firm might be developing devices that can roll up like a sheet of paper. The primary advantage of this technology is the convenience it offers, allowing users to easily carry a large tablet-style screen in their pocket. The patent describes the technology as "electronic devices with rollable displays that may be moved between an unrolled state in which the display is planar and a rolled state in which a rollable portion of the display is rolled up for storage".

A rollable or bendable phone from Apple would likely be popular and could pose a significant challenge to its Android competitors. Several manufacturers, including Samsung, Motorola, and Honor, already produce handsets with flexible screens. However, they currently face no competition from Apple and its popular iPhone. If the patent becomes a reality, this could change in the future.

Apple files numerous patents each year, many of which never come to fruition. However, with foldable devices becoming increasingly popular, a bendable iPhone seems plausible. It's worth noting that Motorola has already designed a rollable phone, which was recently showcased at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. This device uses a fully flexible display to increase the screen size at the touch of a button. LG also produces a television that rolls up into a small box located beneath the display.

While Samsung isn't pursuing rollable technology, the company is expected to announce the releases of its new Flip and Fold phones at an event on July 26. These devices are predicted to feature improved cameras, larger displays, and faster processors. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development in the tech world.