Smartphones are extremely convenient communication tools. There are probably many people who can't imagine life without them.
Here we will introduce some trivia about the glass used in various parts of smartphones.
Question1Where is glass used in smartphones?
It is mainly used in the "cover glass" which protects the smartphone's display from scratches and damage when dropped, and the "back cover glass" that protects the back side of the smartphone.
Question2Why is cover glass used on the surface of smartphones?
Have you ever dropped your smartphone?
The most important function required of a cover glass is "strength." It would be a problem if the glass breaks when dropped.
The glass, which is strong and hard to break, is AGC's Dragontrail™
By changing the composition from the glass used for windows and replacing specific ions in the glass with larger ones, we have achieved both lightness and strength.
What's more, the glass developed for smartphone covers is also unique in that it is less susceptible to scratches.
With Dragontrail STAR2 now even stronger, we are responding to the demand for safer smartphones that are less likely to break.
Smartphone cover glass that needs to be both strong and lightweight
AGC's Dragontrail™achieves both of these things!
Question3Why is glass used for the back cover as well?
There are several reasons why glass is used for the back side of smartphones.
Firstly, Dragontrail™ is strong, lightweight, and less likely to break, which helps prevent wear and scratches in everyday life.
In addition, the unique gloss and transparency of glass are perfect for expressing the refined designs and textures that smartphone manufacturers are obsessed with.
In terms of functionality, becuase glass does not block radio waves, antenna performance for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile networks, and etc. can be designed without compromising it. A metal sheild makes antenna design more difficult.
And since glass is non-metallic, it enables wireless charging without interfering with electromagnetic induction. This characteristic improves charging efficiency and ensures safety. By using glass material, functionality and reliability can be achieved at the same time.
In this way, AGC's Dragontrail™ protects your valuable smartphone from both the front and back.
Question4How many smartphones and tablets use AGC products?
AGC’s Dragontrail™ series has been adopted by over 120 smartphone and tablet brands worldwide.
In addition to smartphones, it is also widely used in various daily applications such as automotive displays and notebook PCs.
