IPS stands for in-plane switching. An IPS-LCD is a type of thin display that offers better viewing angles than TFT-LCDs. IPS-LCDs feature two transistors for each pixel, where TFT-LCDs use just one. This requires a more powerful backlight, which delivers more accurate colors, and allows the screen to be viewed from a wider angle. The downside is that an IPS-LCD may consume more power than a TFT-LCD.

IPS-LCDs typically are found on high-end cell phones and portable devices. Apple's iPhone andiPad both feature IPS-LCDs, as does the Motorola Droid.

Also Known As: In-Plane Switching, In Plane Switching