The obsession with technology has become commonplace; as more and more consumers opt for newfangled gadgets, the rise of flexible tech designs is removing restrictions on what's possible with a piece of smart technology. Years ago, the idea of flexible tech was merely something that was thought to be a touch on the science fiction side of things, but the development of new materials and beyond is expanding the ability of technology to bend with the user.
Moreover, beyond flexible tech we're seeing the rise of waterproof technology which is making technology that much more resilient but also raises another question: if devices become tougher than ever, what will prompt users to upgrade? Is the market innovative enough to be supported by users upgrading out of want versus need? Only time will tell.
20 Flexible Tech Designs
From Flexible TV Displays to Fantastically Flexible Phones:
Michael Hemsworth — Sep 2, 2014 — Art & Design
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Tech-Infused Cravat Concepts
The iTie Concept Brings Your iPhone and Neck Tie Together
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Futuristic Furling Tablets
The Future of Mobile Technology Imagines an Infinitely Adaptable Device
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Portable Foldable Instruments
Play Music Anywhere You Go with the Roll-Up Electronic Keyboard
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Roll-Out Solar Chargers
The Compact E-Saving Charger is Ideal for Off-the Grid Battery Boosting
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Bendable Binding Torches
The Flexi Flash Can Be Wrapped Around Bikes and Bags for Night Visibility
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Reptilian Speaker Systems
The Anakonda KAN200 is Designed to Be Bent and Twisted
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Flexible Cloth Tablets
The Flexible Modile Device Can Pucker to Store in Any Pocket
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Fantastically Flexible Phones
The Nokia HumanForm Provides an Ergonomic Connection
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Flexible TV Displays
LG Develops an OLED Panel that Can Be Rolled Up Like a Poster
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Wearable Concept Cameras
The Lobster-X Camera Snaps Photos From an Athlete's-Eye View
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Octopus Power Strips
The Octo Outlet Has Retractable Socket Tentacles as Convenient Electric Links
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Tadpole-Inspired Waterproof Speakers
The BOOM Water Resistant Speaker Will Swim Against All Odds
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Flexible Curvacious Smartphones
The LG G Flex Curved Phone Boasts Mind-Bending Features
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Flexible Panoramic Cameras
The Human Media Lab 'FlexCam' Bends to Take Amazing Pictures
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Super Bendable Batteries
Scientists Create a Flexible Battery That May Revolutionize Gadgets
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Bendable E-Book Readers
The LG Plastic E-Paper Display Makes Digital Novels More Drop-Proof
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Illuminated Pixel Ribbons
BlinkyTape by Blinkiverse is a Flexible and Portable LED Strip
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Incredibly Flexible Audio Devices
Fujifilm Corp. Releases an Extreme Flexible Speaker
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Shape-Shifting Smartphones
MorePhone's Flexible Display Phone Design Delivers Visual Notifications
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Flexible Smartphone Cords
This Metal Stand and Charging Cable is Made from Metal Tubing
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Transparent Aluminum Smartphones
This Nothing Phone (2) Concept by 4RMD Imagines a Next-Gen Device
Co-Branded Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone x Galaxy Concept by Michael Ma Combines Aesthetics
Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Transparent Power Banks
The Nothing Phone (2) Power Bank is Intricate and Interesting
Folding Multi-Display Smartphones
The TECNO Phantom Vision V Expands to Reveal a 10.1-Inch Display
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Horror-Themed Phone Campaigns
Samsung's Join the Flip Side Takes Cues from 90s Horror Movies
Mini Transparent Smartphone Concepts
The Nothing mini phone by Priyanshu Jaiswal is Customizable
Deluxe Dual-Screen Smartphones
The Google Pixel Fold Opens to Reveal a Tablet-Like Display
Previous Generation Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 4 Concept by Nathan Basset Looks to the Past
Color-Infused Glass Smartphones
The Apple iPhone iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Have a 48MP Main Camera
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Angled Dual-Display Smartwatches
This Apple Watch Concept by Tien Hung Optimizes Efficiency
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Videography Smartphone Cases
The 90 Degree Instinct Case Transforms the Samsung Galaxy Flip
Rollable TV Panels
LG Signature's 'OLED R' Television Rolls Down into its Storage Stand
Digital Detox Phone Concepts
Andrea Mangone Boasts a Minimalist Foldable Phone
Ultra-Durable Clear Cases
AmazingThing Releases a New 'Titan' Case Series for the iPhone 15
Dual-5G Fold-Out Smartphones
The TECNO Phantom V Fold Has the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
Watch-Like Smart Phones
Fire-Boltt's WristPhone Offers Crystal-clear Calls and So Much More
Metaverse-Ready Projectors
The Updated Samsung Freestyle Projector Debuted at CES 2023
TV Screen T-Shirts
The T-Shirt TV Has an Integrated 10-Inch HD Screen
Flexible Tech-Informed Furniture
The Form Us With Love x Samsung 'Shift' Sofa is Hammock-Like
Connected Touchscreen TV Tables
The TCL Telly Table Has a Shifting 43-Inch Display
Functionally Fashionable Mobile Accessories
These MOFT Mobile Accessories Debuted at CES 2023
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Refined Mobile Gamer Smartphones
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Shows Off a Premium Design at CES 2024
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Suspended Removable Display TVs
The TCL Dune TV Has a Detachable LCD Touchscreen
Folding High-Power Smartphone Models
The Huawei Mate X5 Comes in Five Color Options
Wireless Transparent Oled TVs
LG is Unveiling the LG Signature OLED T at CES 2024
High-End Rugged Smartphone Models
This iPhone Ultra Concept by Jimmy Huynh Has a High-End Design
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Gen Z-Targeting Display Concepts
Korea Design Membership and LG Electronics Boasts Forme
Nostalgic Flip Phone Concepts
The Nokia N90 by Viet Doan Duc Reimagines a Vintage Design
Tablet-Integrated Fashion
The Lenovo Tab Wear Collection Explores the Concept of "Me Time"
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Revamped Premium Quality Projectors
Samsung's New Freestyle Projector is Available for Pre-Order
Futuristic Rollable Smartphones
TECNO Mobile's 'Phantom Ultimate' Expands by Rolling Out
Activewear-Branded Smartphones
The Conceptual Adidas FOG Phone Highlights the Three Stripes Logo
Photography-Focused Smartphone Accessories
These Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Accessories are Compact
Value-Conscious Tech Products
The Samsung Galaxy FE Series is Flagship-Inspired Yet Accessible
Pocket-Friendly Flip Smartphones
The Find N2 Flip is OPPO's Flagship Flip Smartphone
Fully Transparent OLED Screens
Veeo Announced Three New OLED Displays at CES 2024
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Artwork-Covered Smartphone Models
The TECNO CAMON 20 X Mr Doodle Edition Has a Whimsical Finish
Flexible Smartphone Carrying Straps
The Morf Strap Goes From Soft to Structured in Seconds
Shifting Orientation Smartphone Docks
The 'Rotator' Smartphone Stand Charger Changes for Needs
Tactile Smart Home Devices
The 'from()' Design Concept Prioritizes Intuitive Controls
Groundbreaking Glare-Free TVs
The Samsung S95D QD-OLED TV Measures in at 77-Inches at CES 2024
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Sustainable Future-Proof Smartphones
The Fairphone 5 is Backed By a Five-Year Warranty and More
Flexible Folding Concept Phone
Samsung's Flex in & Out Flip is a Bending Phone Concept
Immersive 3D Imagery Tablets
The Lume Pad 2 Has an AI-Powered Design for Exceptional Capabilities
Durable Folding Flagship Smartphones
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 Has an 8.02-Inch Foldable AMOLED
Adhesive-Sticking Wireless TVs
Displace Develops the New Active Loop Vacuum Technology
Flipping Multi-Display Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Puts the Flex Window in Focus
Next-Generation TV Models
The LG Display OLED Shelf Concept is Flexible and Adjustable
Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual iPhone Vision by Antonio De Rosa is Robust
Contemporary Smartphone Exhibitions
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs 'The World in My Hand'
Fashion-Branded Folding Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Thom Browne Edition is Elegant
Transparent Television Screens
Samsung Revealed a Transparent Microled Display at CES 2024
E-Ink Digital Wall Displays
Chester Chen Designs the Fusion to Maximize Productivity
Off-Grid Projector-Packed Smartphones
The TANK 3 Pro Has a 120Hz DLP Projector Inside
Pocket Computer Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 16S Concept Reimagines the Aesthetic of the Device
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Future-Facing Smart Home Displays
The 'Overlay' Display by Susanna Kim is Packed with Sensors
Innovative Size-Changing Phones
Motorola's 'Rizr' Dynamically Expands via a Rollable Screen
Flexible Liberating Kitchen Appliances
Neff Launches a New Neff Collection of Home Appliances
Affordable Flagship-Inspired Smartphones
The TCL 40 Series NXTVISION Includes Three Models
Rugged Mobile Device Collections
These Samsung Tactical Edition Products are Pro-Grade
High-Fashion Flip Phones
Samsung x Maison Margiela Collaborated on the Galaxy Z Flip 5s
Protective Dual-Display Smartphones
The Oukitel WP21 Easily Withstands Demanding Environments
Malleable Furniture-Like TVs
This TCL Flexible OLED Display Offers a Smooth Visual Experience
Flexible Desktop Monitor Arms
Colebrook Bosson Saunders Debuts the Ultra-Durable Flo X Monitor Arm
Enhanced Music Display Headsets
Olga Orel Designs the FUTUREAHEAD Headset with a Display
Modular Display Laptop Concepts
The Compal DualFlip Laptop Supports Professional Productivity
Fluid-Filled Tactile OLED Screens
The PIG Flat Panel Haptics Can Inflate and Deflate
Ocular Support Smartphones
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER is a CES 2024 Innovation Optimized for Human Eyes
Script-Like Foldable Display Screens
Samsung Unveils a Look at the Rollable Flex During SID
Rollable Phone Screen Patents
Huawei has Filed Patents for an Upcoming Rollable Smartphone Display
Eco Tech Accessory Pop-Ups
The CASETiFY Style Lab Highlights the Work of Gen Z Fashion Students
Transparent TV-Speaker Hybrids
The LG DukeBox is Coming to CES 2024
Ultra-Wide 8K LED Screens
Samsung Unveils the New Dynamic Odyssey Neo G9 Screen
Detachable Mobile Camera Lenses
The 'LensUltra' Lenses Elevate Smartphone Photography
Cordless Battery-Powered TVs
The DisplaceTV Wireless Television Has a Lightweight Design
Easily Customizable Laptops
Lenovo's New Laptop Features an E-Ink Display
Curvaceous Color-Changing Smartphones
The vivo V29e Has an Elegant, Dual-Tone Color Design
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Silicone Eco-Friendly Wristbands
CASETiFY Presents its New Sweat-Resistant Flexi Bands
Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones
Andrea Mangone Designs the Minimal 0/1 Phone
Next-Gen Display Smartphones
The TCL 50 Series Smartphones Come in Three Models
Adaptive Touchscreen Workspace Designs
The Take a Rest System be Vestel has Transformative Detail
Foldable Flagship Smartphone Models
The OnePlus Open Prioritizes Mobile Productivity
Portable Waterproof TVs
Sylvox is Reinventing Outdoor Entertainment at CES 2024
Automatically-Expanding Phone Screens
Vivo and Transsion are Planning the First Rollable Phone
Bendable Battery Designs
Anthro Energy's Flexible Battery Was Showcased at the Beacon Exhibition
Portable Holographic Displays
Looking Glass Go Shares Memories as 3D Holograms, Not Photos
Digital Glass Design Breakthroughs
Researchers at MIT Media Lab Annouced 'G3DP 2' Glass Printing
Upgradeable Easy-to-Use Appliances
These LG Minimalist Appliances Offer an Effortless Experience
Compact Clamshell Smartphones
The 'X Flip' Offers a 3-Inch Cover Display & a Larger Main Display
Next-Gen Technology Glasses
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Easily Withstands Drops on Concrete
Paper-Like Display Smartphones
These New TCL Smartphones Prioritize Eye Comfort
Invisible Vehicle Antennas
LG is Unveiling a Next-Gen Transparent Antenna at CES 2024
Science Fiction Smartphone Models
The TECNO Pova 5 Has a MediaTek Helio G99 Processor
Foldable Sliding Display Models
The Samsung Flex Hybrid Display Will Make its Debut at CES 2023
Ultra-Durable Smartphone Glasses
Corning Develops the Durable Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Stylus-Attached Smartphones
Samsung Unveils a Look at the Galaxy S23 Ultra and Plus
Concrete-Like Textile Televisions
Loewe Technology Delivers Sleek and Minimal Designs
Textured Clamshell Flip Smartphones
The TECNO PHANTOM V Flip 5G Has a Circular Exterior Display
Foldable Book-Style Smartphones
The vivo X Fold3 Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor
Transforming Productivity Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Has a 7.6-Inch Display
Accessible Folding Smartphone Models
The nubia Flip 5G Showed Off a Snappy Aesthetic at MWC 2024
Folding Movable Smart TVs
The 'FloatTV' Encourages Movement Around a Living Space
Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges
Samsung's Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Offers "AI Vision"
Dual-Screen Smart TVs
The Telly TV is a Free Piece of Hardware Supported by Advertisements
Tactical Smartphone Accessories
The PUI Series Creates a Unique Way to Interact with Phones
Transparent LED-Accented Smartphones
The Nothing Phone (2) Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Hyper-Efficient OLED TVs
The 2023 Samsung QD-OLED TV Lineup is at CES 2023
Shapeshifting Mobile Professional Laptops
The Latest Lenovo Laptops Showcased Power at CES 2023
Wireless High-Definition TVs
LG Signature Showcased a 97-inch Wireless OLED TV Titled the 'OLED M'
Versatile Modular Couches
The Transformer Couch 2.0 Adds Flexible Style to the Living Room
Illuminated Leather Smartphone Technologies
Infinix 3D Lighting Leather Brightens Device Edges
Ultra-Large Automotive Displays
LG Display Unveiled the 57-inch Pillar-to-Pillar LCD at CES 2024
Foldable Smartphone Launches
OnePlus Confirms That It Will Be Releasing a New Foldable Device
Digital Production Displays
Samsung The Wall for Virtual Production Has a Modular Form
Color-Changing Smart Fabrics
Researchers at UoW in Ontario Develop a Smart Material
Classroom-Ready Touchscreen Displays
The Samsung Interactive Display Will Come in Three Sizes
Productive Dual-Display Smartphones
The OPPO Find N2 Flip Has a Well-Sized Secondary Display
Transformative Gaming TV Concepts
Ibrahim Can Erdincmer Designs the New Gravity TV Concept
Outdoor-Centric Smart Televisions
Samsung Presents the Terrace Full Sun Television
Durable Case Built-In Smartphones
Samsung Presents the New Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Adaptable Wireless TVs
Displace is Bringing Two TV Innovations to CES 2024
Film-Type Vehicle Antennas
LG Electronics Launches an In-Vehicle Antenna for Easy Connectivity
Mobile Connection Computer Monitors
These 2023 Samsung Smart Monitors Come in Three Models
Photography-Centric Smartphones
The A-X Phone is Designed with Powerful Camera Sensors
Dynamic Creativity Support Tablets
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Comes in Three Models
Loud Speaker Hybrid Smartphones
FOSSiBOT Launches the Extreme Weatherproof F101 Smartphone
Deep Learning TV Models
The Latest LG OLED TVs are Arriving at CES 2023