The 'If Convertible' Combines a Laptop, Smartphone and Tablet into One
Michael Hines — December 5, 2013 — Tech
References: idealfuture & gizmag
The 'If Convertible' is easily one of the most ambitious laptops/tablets/smartphones. Ideal Future's concept device is essentially a laptop with two independent screens, with one that can be rotated and detached. The idea behind the If Convertible is that your laptop and smartphone/tablet (phablet) shouldn't be standalone devices.
The If Convertible's main draw is the ability to detach its second screen and use it as a smartphone/tablet. When combined, the two screens stand 7 inches and are 12 inches wide. The base (laptop) will be powered by either Ubuntu or Windows and the smartphone/tablet will be powered by Android. Ideal Future is currently seeking $100,000 of funding on Indiegogo, but it promises to fulfill all orders by July 2014 even if its goal isn't hit.
The If Convertible's main draw is the ability to detach its second screen and use it as a smartphone/tablet. When combined, the two screens stand 7 inches and are 12 inches wide. The base (laptop) will be powered by either Ubuntu or Windows and the smartphone/tablet will be powered by Android. Ideal Future is currently seeking $100,000 of funding on Indiegogo, but it promises to fulfill all orders by July 2014 even if its goal isn't hit.
Trend Themes
1. Convergent Devices - The 'If Convertible' concept highlights the increasing trend of combining multiple devices into one.
2. Flexible Screens - The detachable and rotatable screen feature of the 'If Convertible' showcases the emerging trend of flexible screens in technology devices.
3. Platform Integration - The integration of multiple operating systems (Ubuntu, Windows, Android) in the 'If Convertible' points to the trend of platform convergence in devices.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The 'If Convertible' concept creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the technology industry as it challenges the current market of separate laptops, smartphones, and tablets.
2. Consumer Electronics - The emergence of convergent devices like the 'If Convertible' presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the consumer electronics industry, as it expands the possibilities of device functionality.
3. Software Development - The platform integration aspect of the 'If Convertible' opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the software development industry, as developers can create cross-compatibility and seamless experiences across different operating systems.
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