(Telecompaper) Will smartphones with curved displays reach the mainstream? Consumers have not yet made their mind about the matter, according to research by Telecompaper, conducted among its Consumer Panel in September. Samsung and LG introduced smartphones with curved screens last year, with Huawei and Xiaomi also planning to release similar devices. Still, most manufacturers are sticking to standard displays, not only because it is more practical, but also cheaper. Although the market for smartphones with curved screens is still taking baby steps, the outlook is positive. IHS recently released the results of a global survey, looking at this type of smartphone. The study expects foldable displays will account for 51 percent of the total number of displays for mobile devices shipped in 2020. Not only will established handset manufacturers increasingly use such displays, but start-ups also will use them to come up with new applications.