Samsung said it used pliable plastic instead of rigid glass to develop its new TFT-LCD display. The plastic will not break and the external design can be freely shaped making potential applications virtually limitless.

Plastic panels will enable numerous other new applications including wearable displays with helmets, glasses and other fashion related accessories.

"Future customer requirements dictate that we take this next step in the evolution of TFT-LCD technology," Kyuha Chung, vice president of research and development for Samsung's LCD Business, said in a statement.

"By working with our partners in this research and development effort, we'll be able to solidify our leadership position in new emerging market applications for plastic LCD displays."

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