In between just a few anticipated annoucements, Intel discovered time to share a shock at its Innovation 2022 convention. After Samsung Display CEO JS Choi joined him on stage, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger confirmed off an idea “slidable” PC that featured an extendable OLED display screen. By pulling on the sting of the prototype, Gelsinger made its 13-inch show flip right into a 17-inch one. Put one other means, the prototype went from being concerning the measurement of a giant pill just like the iPad Pro to a small monitor.

“We’re announcing the world’s first 17-inch slidable display for PCs,” Choi instructed the viewers. “This device will satisfy various needs for a larger screen and portability as well.” Samsung Display has been engaged on slidable OLED shows for just a few years. The firm confirmed off a prototype last year. Gelsinger known as the idea PC an indication of what’s attainable to do with OLED show expertise and a versatile plastic substrate. However, don’t count on the gadget he confirmed off to make it to market anytime quickly, if in any respect.