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Bezel

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A bezel is a frame or lip that surrounds and protects the display panel of electronic devices.

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The bezel serves as a structural component in many electronic devices by framing the display screen and providing physical protection. Bezels are pivotal in ensuring the durability of devices against physical impacts and are often integrated with interface elements such as control buttons or touch sensors in certain applications. The prominence of bezels has evolved with technology trends, influencing the aesthetics and ergonomics of modern devices.

examples

Dell XPS 15 features an ultra-thin bezel for a nearly edge-to-edge display experience, with a bezel width of approximately 5.7 mm (0.224 inches).

This configuration is typically used in high-performance laptops where maximizing screen size while maintaining physical size and portability is essential.

Samsung Galaxy S21's bezel houses a small punch-hole for the front camera, contributing to a screen-to-body ratio of about 87.2%.

This technique minimizes bezel size to enhance visual immersion in flagship smartphones.

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