[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Display
Always-On Display
A dim screen mode that keeps clock, notifications, and widgets visible while the phone is idle.
Also known as:
AOD
Always-On
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Always-On Display (AOD) keeps key info — time, date, notifications — on screen at very low brightness. On OLED it uses almost no power because only a few pixels light up.
See Display features: Always-On Display in specs. It pairs with LTPO panels that drop to 1 Hz in this mode.
Where Always-On Display Matters
Smartphones
Tablets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Always-On Display?
A dim screen mode that keeps clock, notifications, and widgets visible while the phone is idle.
What terms are related to Always-On Display?
Related Display terms include OLED, LTPO, Battery Life.
Related Technical Terms
OLED
Each pixel emits its own light, enabling true blacks, infinite contrast, and ultra-thin panels.
Display
LTPO
Backplane tech allowing 1-120 Hz adaptive refresh to save battery while keeping motion smooth.
Display
Battery Life
Measured endurance for web, video, and gaming; mAh alone does not tell the full story.
Battery