But according to Digitimes Research the pair are finding that mass production is trick and they are unable to go beyond vanilla HD.

The two makers have been cooperating with Synaptics to develop the technology and aim to mass produce it for major handset vendors in China.

But  production problems halted HD displays using the new touch technology and the pair will have to resort to using two ICs instead of a single unit.

Digitimes Research believes this will cause the makers to lose some of their competitive edge in the market and certain top-five ranked handset vendors in China are expected to seek other suppliers.

Tianma has the edge

Tianma has an upper hand over BOE due to its LTPS TFT LCD technology and is also expected to supply 5-inch HD panels with in-cell technology to Motorola Mobility.

Digitimes Research said could greatly influence its position in the panel market as Tianma is pushing forth its LTPS Full HD displays to major customers, including Huawei, ZTE and Asustek.

BOE will provide Xiaomi with displays equipped with a-Si TFT technology for use in mid-range Hongmi units as the maker's LTPS TFT LCD fab yields are pants

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