Hyperscreen brings new meaning to ‘widescreen’ display

Mercedes-Benz in January unveiled its new Hyperscreen, a colossal 56-inch IP display that will debut on its 2022 EQS EV sedan and serve as the visual platform for the latest MBUX infotainment interface. Revealed as part of M-B's 2021 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) media runup, the Hyperscreen is the latest salvo in what is likely to be a barrage of dash-dominating displays. Harman already has shown several expansive prototypes and Cadillac in 2020 kicked off the OEM competition with its 34-inch LG-sourced OLED display in the 2021 Cadillac Escalade.

According to M-B, the all-new display will provide “emotional intelligence” for its upcoming all-electric EQS flagship model, and the curved panel will extend nearly the width of the A-pillars. M-B is using the expanded display's real estate to implement what it calls the “zero-layer” feature, reducing operating steps by eliminating the need to scroll through menus. The screen permits applications that are deemed situationally and contextually important to be visible at all times at the top of the driver's field of vision. Distraction is also reduced by giving the front passenger their own display space and operating area.