For those who think clamshell cell phones are outdated and low-tech compared to smartphones, you haven't met the Samsung SCH-W999 yet.
The Samsung SCH-W999 is a mobile that completely revamps the clamshell style. This model is backed up by Android software, which means it has all the capabilities of a smartphone. What's interesting about the SCH-W999 is its dual screen panel that displays and allows access to all the phone's features even in the closed position. This phone packs 1.2GHz dual-core Qualcomm MSM8660, a five-megapixel camera, Bluetooth 3.0 and Wi-Fi. Although a bit bulky, the design still has a slick look, complete with a HyperSkin back cover that offers a better grip for the hand.
With the arrival of the Samsung SCH-W999 and Softbank's mobiles, could the clamshell style be making a comeback?
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Clamshell Revival
- The SCH-W999 could spark a new trend in phone design, with revived interest in clamshell-style smartphones.
- Dual Screen Displays
- Dual screen displays could become a new trend in smartphone design, as the SCH-W999 proves functionality doesn't have to sacrifice form.
- Smartphone in Disguise
- The SCH-W999 demonstrates an opportunity for tech companies to innovate on traditional designs, and make smartphones more accessible to those who prefer the tactile experience of a clamshell design.
Where This Applies
- Mobile Devices
- Clamshell designs, dual screens and hardware innovation could create disruption in the mobile device industry, with new market opportunities and consumer preferences emerging.
- Consumer Electronics
- The SCH-W999 demonstrates a potential shift in consumer demand for more innovative and unique electronics designs, leading to product differentiation and new UX/UI design practices.
- Telecommunications
- Innovations in phone design and form, such as dual screens and improved clamshell designs, could lead to opportunities for telecommunications companies to differentiate themselves based on unique product offerings.
