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Top 50 Tech Trends in July 2011
From Professional Camera Smartphones to Smart Glass Surfaces:
Trend Hunter Robot — Jul 28, 2011 — Tech
For the month of July 2011, these are the Top 50 tech trends, which include Professional Camera Smartphones, Flexible Phone Designs and Chalkboard Yearbook Portraits. The rankings are based on millions of views and 2924 new trends. The top Trend Hunters this month were: Meghan Young (463 trends), Matt Ho (372), Amelia Roblin (274), Deborah Kim (200), Jaime neely (141), Emily Evans (136), Jason Soy (131), Souzan Michael (128), Leslie Chen (118), and Jordan Sowunmi (109).If you are looking for professional trend research, make sure to check out our 2011 Tech Trend Reports and Trend Hunter Pro.
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Flexible Phone Designs
Heyon You Creates the Super Slim Samsung Galaxy Flexi Skin
49
Thirsty Eco Computers
The Plantbook Laptop Fuels Up on Natural Resources
48
Coded Couture Illustrations
These Designs by Yiying Lu Feature Anna Wintour with a QR Code Top
47
Professional Camera Smartphones
The iPhone SLR Mount Takes Pro-Grade Pictures
46
DIY Crafty Cases
The Neostitch iPhone 4 Case Taps Your Inner Grandma Skills
45
Fat Cat Retouching Apps
The CatPaint App Lets You Paste Funny Felines Into Your Photos
44
Spiral Dial Timepieces
Tactile Watch by Jake Rynkiewicz Allows the Blind to Feel the Hour
43
Mind-Controlled Bicycles
The PXP Bike Lets You Switch Gears Using Brainwaves
42
Social Media Timelines
The 'Skype a Coming of Age Story' Infographic is Lighthearted & Info-Packed
41
Chalkboard Yearbook Portraits
Russian High School Students Redefine Cheesy Annual Photos
40
Ethereal Veiny Lighting
Nervous System's Hyphae Lamp is Modeled After a Leaf
39
Limitlessly Bendable Stands
The Infinite Loop is the Ultimate Versatile Apple Accessory
38
Smartphone Timepieces
The Im Watch is a Super-Powered Android-Based Wrist Accessory
37
Camera Lens Cushions
The Plushtography Pillow Encourages Kodak Moment Cuddling
36
Avian Gamer Goodies
Angry Birds Cupcakes by Dotatdabbled are an Ode to the Addicting Game
35
Tattooed Laptop Stickers
The Goth Princess Decal by Stickerman Prettifies your MacBook
34
Beer-Friendly Phone Protectors
The Opena iPhone 4 Case is Your New Drinking Buddy
33
Comical Networking Categories
These Google Plus Circles Will Help Organize Your Friends
32
Smartphone Mesh Covers
The Freshfiber 3D Printed iPhone Case is Simply Dazzling
31
Slotted Tech Furniture
The Nomad Tablet Side Table Bridges the Gap Between Work and Relaxation
30
Keyboard Skulls
Maurice Mbikayi Transforms Computer Peripherals Into Human Figures
29
Laser-Cut Acrylic Accessories
Sarah Angold Studio Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Has Sci-Fi Style
28
Compact Automated Cabs
The OPTI Driverless Taxi Makes Urban Transport More Efficient
27
$40 Million Thrill Rides
Takabisha in Japan is the World's Steepest Roller Coaster
26
Minimalist Concept Amps
The Fiskars 88 has a Utilitarian Look with Edge
25
Adorable Animal Tail Mice
Elecom Nendo Oppopet Mouse Brings Cute Creatures to Technology
24
Huggable Tablet Protectors
This iPad Panda Case is the Teddy Bear of Technology
23
Ultra Convenient Phone Covers
The iPhone 4 Kioky Screen Protector is Super Practical
22
Artfully Interactive Clothing
Ying Gao Creates Stunning Fashions that Respond to Their Environment
21
No-Sweat Chilling Foams
Japanese Summer Cooling Sprays Offer an Alternative to Air Conditioning
20
Eco-Friendly Brewers
Alexander Yakushin's Electric Coffee Maker is Energy and Space Efficient
19
Delicate Flash Drive Necklaces
These USB Lockets by Emily Rothschild are Intricate and Practical
18
Luxury Car Company Hookahs
The Porsche Design Shisha Pipes are Upscale Cool
17
Hi-Tech Public Transit
The B2us Hybrid Bus is a Smart Way to Commute
16
Revolving Oven Refrigerators
The Orbital Food Organizer Makes Meal Prep Easy
15
Sculptural Notebook Stands
The Lounge-Wood Laptop Stand is for the Eco-Concious Computer User
14
Counterfeit Store Fronts
A Fake Apple Store Pops Up in Southwestern China
13
Personal Computer Chronographs
The WristPC Watch is Like a Laptop for Your Arm
12
Aluminum Smartphone Shells
The Badass Vapor Pro Black Ops Case Has Looks That Could Kill
11
Hybrid Appliance Coffee Cups
The Steam Mug Humidifier Savors Every Last Drop
10
Computer Printer Coffee Brewers
Huang Guanglei Designs a Machine That Prints Designs in Java
9
Shuttered Vehicle Designs
The Touch Effect Concept Car Takes Virtual Reality to the Next Level
8
Incognito Dishwashers
This KitchenAid Briva Dishwasher is Embedded within the Sink
7
Jedi Cubicle Guardians
The Yoda USB Desk Protector Guards Your Desk From Trespassers
6
Global Internet Blueprints
Greg Mahlknecht Compiles a Map of the Master Internet Cables
5
Contact-Free Crossing Buttons
This Pedestrian Traffic Switch is Motion-Sensored
4
Macaque Self-Portraits
David Slater Worked with a Money That Snapped Photos of Himself
3
Multimedia Closets
The SupreME Wardrobe Turns Your Duds Digital
2
Cartilage-Covered Vehicles
Emergent's Semi-Rigid Car Makes Its Own Fuel from Algae
1
Smart Glass Surfaces
Materials Manufacturer Corning Delivers a Startling Promise for Future Tech
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Dazzling Digital Diva Depictions
Jason Soy Creates Portraits with Brush Strokes of Genius
Passionate Park Photography
Emman Montalvan Captures a Precious Public Garden Oasis
Dangerous Tattooed Illustrations
Zhang Xiaobai Creates Tremendous Tatted Artwork
Epic Celeb Photography (UPDATE)
Photographer Andrew MacPherson Snaps Divergent Entertainers
Enormous Baby Statues
Eddy Prabandono Creates an Oversized Sculpture of His Daughter
83 Uniquely Designed Flash Drives
From Adventurous USBs to Makeup Memory Sticks
Fantastical Humanimal Illustrations
Mao Nakada Uses Woodblock Prints for Fairy-Tale Magic
Poised Peaceful Photography
Ann He's 'Runaways' Series Preciously Evokes Innocence
Dual Persona Photography
The Secret Life of Swimmers Series Reveals Alternate Lives
Power-Sharing Concept Cars
The Renault 4Lectric Drives Household Electricity Too
Simply Striking Photography
Bobby Doherty is a Young Photographer with an Eye for the Everyday
Flying Feline Furniture
The '7CatsHeaven Kitty Cloud' is a Perfect Sleeping Spot for Crazy Cats
Spiral Dial Timepieces
Tactile Watch by Jake Rynkiewicz Allows the Blind to Feel the Hour
Vivacious Femme Vignettes
Viktor Sheleg Elegantly Captures Femininity with His Illustrations
Masquerading Motored Bikes
The City Electric Bicycle Hides Electronics in its Frame
Terrifically Twisted Illustrations
Kirsty Whiten Creates Art that is Detailed and Deranged
Foodie Smartphone Covers
Japanese Food iPhone Cases Make Talk-Time Tasty
Road Warrior Vehicles
The Ford Mad Max is a Modernized Version Promoting the Film's Sequel
Limitlessly Bendable Stands
The Infinite Loop is the Ultimate Versatile Apple Accessory
Smartphone Timepieces
The Im Watch is a Super-Powered Android-Based Wrist Accessory
Sci-Fi Icon Mashups
Ceth Stifel Redraws Disney and Star Wars With His 'Star Tours'
Pop Culture Cats
Andrew Mark Hunter Illustrates Hello Kitty as Many Different Icons
Sweetly Seductive Singer Shoots
The Beyonce July 2011 Vogue Italy Spread Channels Old Hollywood
Sweet Seaside Editorials
The Brooke by Grant Yoshino Shoot for FGR is Wetland Wonderful
Kaleidoscopic Smartphone Covers
Dzynwrld iPhone 4 Cases Paints Mobiles with Wondrous Colors
Cable Tie Sculptures
The Zip Tie Massimal is Delicately Ethereal
Star Wars Storyboards
Ralph McQuarrie Releases Illustrations from the Original Star Wars Film
Villain Vacation Photos
The 'Dark Holiday' Series by Nick Presniakov Shows Darth Vader Sunbathing
Laser-Cut Car Concepts
Hitesh Panchal's Jaguar Light is Super Fast and Uniquely Decorated
Iconic Pop Poster Revamps
These Mathiole Illustrations Collide Famous Figures Into Art
Feline Fascination Blogs
The Dream Cats Tumblr Captures Cats and Their Sleepy Moments
Smartphone Mesh Covers
The Freshfiber 3D Printed iPhone Case is Simply Dazzling
Slotted Tech Furniture
The Nomad Tablet Side Table Bridges the Gap Between Work and Relaxation
Theatrical Pet Portraits
Susan Herbert Infuses the World Of Shakespeare With Some Feline Flair
Fairytale Figurines
These Shary Boyle Sculptures Re-Create Fantasies as Surreal Statues
25 Awesome Air Coolers
From Massive Wood Ventilators to Eco-Cooling Appliances
Whimsical Wizard Cartography
The Marauder's Map is Perfect for Muggles
Organically Shredded Vehicles
Sangmin Lee's Citroen Metronest is Inspired by a Bird's Nest
Search Engine Concept Cars
The Volkswagen Theta is Powered by Google
Huggable Tablet Protectors
This iPad Panda Case is the Teddy Bear of Technology
Hairy Feline Accessories
These Nyan Cat Hair Clips are Purrfect for Any Nyan Cat Fan
Eco-Friendly Brewers
Alexander Yakushin's Electric Coffee Maker is Energy and Space Efficient
Compact Milky Two-Wheelers
The Delightful Metaphys Movos Bicycle is Refreshing on the Eyes
Hazy Summer Photography
Aiste Lei Explores Fashion Fairy Tales with Her Emotion-Filled Snaps
Sculptural Notebook Stands
The Lounge-Wood Laptop Stand is for the Eco-Concious Computer User
Stunning Aqua Adornments
Nan Fusco Jewelry Favours Vibrant Turquoise Touches
Clone Wars Cake Pops
'Clone Trooper Candy Pops' are Star Wars Inspired Confections
40 Humanimal Creations
From Smoking Pig Portraits to Wolves as Citizens
Woven Wired Adornments
Sari Glassman's 'Pupa' Jewelry Uses Metallic Coverings
Transparent Concept Cars
The Nissan Panorama Optimizes the Passengers' Experience
Hybrid Appliance Coffee Cups
The Steam Mug Humidifier Savors Every Last Drop
Winged Eco Vehicles
The Felix Concept Car is Charged by the Earth Below it
Stunning Corrugated Sculptures
Vally Nomidou Makes Perfect Paper People
Comfy Avian Headgear
These Angry Birds Crochet Hats Keep Your Head Warm for the Winter
Radio-Like Amplifiers
Ken Dunard's Speaker Dock Concept Has Wireless Capabilities
Shape-Shifter Computer Gear
The Razer Transformers 3 Series Features Gadgets in Disguise
Coin-Embedded Object Campaigns
These Bank Mellat Ads See the Value in Everything
Tablet Keypad Portfolios
The ZAGG ZAGGfolio Keyboard Case Protects & Offers Dual Practicality
Headphones-Inspired Timepieces
The Beats by Dr. Dre Watch Adapts for the Wrist
Illuminating Lunar Lights
The Moon by Nosigner Shines for the People of Japan
Elegant Wood Strip Lighting
Northern Light's Diva Lamp Demands Attention and Adoration
Helmet-Inspired Autos
Delta Concept Car Embraces the Efficiency of Form and Fuel
Swelling Sound Systems
PlanetMangrove Speakers Bust Beats Out of this World
Deranged Nature Sculptures
Andrew Nigon Creates Models that are Complex and Terrifying
Wrist-Worn Microwaves
Electrolux EMS Cooker Uses Your Body's Heat to Warm Your Drink
Combating Social Media Sites
Google + vs Facebook Infographic Compares the Battling Powerhouses
Giant Iconic Statues
Seward Johnson Unviels 26-Foot Sculpture of Marilyn Monroe
Sci-Fi Movie Smartphones
The Tron Style Mobile Phone Permits Programs to Communicate
Mini Screenless Cameras
Or Leviteh's MMI Camera is Conveniently Small and Portable
Vibrant Kiddy Bricked Ports
The Elecom LEGO USB Hub Playfully Connects Devices
Utilitarian Benchtop Baristas
This Nespresso Coffee Machine Simply Performs its Purpose
Disassembling Electric Vehicles
The Remora Concept Car Can be Taken Apart to Charge
Superstitious Timepieces
The Gothic Eye Watch is Inspired by the Song 'Cradle of Forest'
54 Interstellar R2-D2 Innovations
From Robot Sidekick Kegs to Sci-Fi Aquariums
Sweater-Clad Lighting
The UP Floor Lamp Looks Warm and Cozy
Tablet Defense Vests
The Smart Armor iPad 2 Case Gears Up for the Ultimate Protection
Aggressive Avian Diversions
The Angry Birds Card Game Brings the App into the Tangible World
Geometrical Vehicles
Fernando Ocana's Monoform Concept Car Looks Carved from Black Diamonds
Bitter Bird Board Games
The Angry Birds Board Game Brings Angry Avians to Life
Geeky Keyboard Mugs
Ctrl-Alt-Delete Cup Set Makes the Morning Brew Nerdastic
Beauty Dish Lighting
The Thread Floor Lamp is Adaptable and Eco-Friendly
Comical Continental Beliefs
The World Map of Useless Stereotypes Shows Absurd Assumptions
Wordy Watches
The Kisai Kaidoku Timepiece is Cool and Techy
Sci-Fi Warrior Toys
Star Wars Bearbrick Figures Reinterpret Both Sides of the Force
Feline Movie Reviews
This Harry Potter Cat Video Reenacts the Magic in One Cuddly Minute
Hi-Tech Meal Heaters
The Electrolux Cortina Kettle Warms Food the Futuristic Way
Cutting-Edge Stacking Cooktops
Totem Lets You Bake, Fry, Chill and Freeze Food
Flip-Out Smartphone Platforms
The Multiple View Incase Kickstand iPhone 4 Case
Famous Facebook Rhymers
'If Great Poets Lived Today' is a Statement on the Impact of Social Media
Denim Travel Tablet Covers
The Stylish Incase A.P.C. Book Jacket for Long Trips
Literary Smartphone Chargers (UPDATE)
Inbook Novel iPhone Docks for Book & Gadget Lovers
Alchemy Marionette Sculptures
Antonio Barros Carvalho Creates Stringed Puppets With Lab Equipment
Gold-Slinging Flash Drives
Steampunk Crypto USB Stick Blings up Tech Accessories with Flair
Flying Monkey Pinatas
Pulp Parlour Makes Bizarre Custom Pinatas for All Occasions
Multifunctional USB Lamps
Gem Hsin Topaz Lamps Have More than One Trick Up Their Sleeve
Lightweight Tablet Satchels
Padded Ballistic Nylon Travel Case Helps Carry iPads with Ease
Playful Pony Parodies
The New My Little Pony Promo Spoofs iPhone Ads
Crafty Cushions
Etsy Store 'Wdkimmy' Recreates Popular Characters in Pillow Form
Bovine Tablet Pouches
Brenthaven ProStyle Leather iPad Sleeve Offers Slick Smooth Protection
Cardboard Box Sculptures
Krystina Naylor's Open Box Series Relies on Subtle Optical Illusions
Inspiring Teen Stars
The Justin Bieber Google Chrome Commercial will Make You a Belieber
Playful Internet Keys
The Planex USB WiFi Dongle Provides Web Surfing with Personality
Pedal Board Gadget Sleeves
The A.P.C. x Incase Capsule Collection for Guitar Junkies
Court Jester Candelabras
The Joker Lamp by Volker Haug has the Last Laugh
Amusing Social Media Allotments
The 'Every Blog That Exists' Infographic is Hilariously Accurate
Rock 'n' Roll iPod Amplifiers
The Skullcandy Vandal Speaker Dock Brings Rebel Attitudes
Sporty Crimson Timepieces
The VEA Sportive Mobile Watch for High-Class Runners
Gamer Planet Parodies
The ‘Super Mario Earth' Image Transforms the Globe
Safety-Insured Sockets
The Switch Plug by Gonglue Jiang Saves Energy & Decreases Risk of Injury
Luxurious Java Roasts
Ospina Dynasty Coffee Offers a Fresh Taste for the Palette at a Price
Slick Multigadget Docks
The Victor JVC UX-VJ5 Occupies Various Devices for Your Convenience
Paddle-Like Lighting
Arnaud Lapierre's Field Lamp is Inspired by a Drawing of Movement
Super Streamlined Repair
Bike Fixtation Kiosk has Everything You Need for a Quick Repair
Mega-Company CEO Toys
The Steve Jobs Figurine Lets You Play With the Apple Inc. Innovator
Four-Person Unicycles
The 4H Bike Encourages Biking in a Fun and Unique Way
Rugged Convertible Computers
The Panasonic Toughbook C1 Goes from Tablet to Laptop in Any Weather
Leather Tablet Satchels
The Versetta iPad Case Puts High Fashion into Gadget Accessories
Portable Multi-Gadget Chargers
iCruiser External Battery Pack is an Accessory for Many
Sac-Shaped Refrigerators
Andrija Vecenaj's Queen Concept Fridge is Sculpturally Alienesque
Translucent H20 Caffeine Machines
The Hario Cold Water Coffee Dripper for Fresh Morning Brews
Connected Cooling Boxes
Samsung LCD Refrigerator Keeps You Linked to the Digital Universe
Cat-Cradling Prime Ministers
Stephen Harper Gets Feline Friendly at Ottawa's New Humane Society
Itty-Bitty DJ Gadgets
The USB Mini Turntable is a Wee Wheel of Steel
City Check-In Battles
Foursquare and Google Maps APIs Turn NYC Into a Real-Life Game of Risk
Clever Copyright Cocktails
The Apple Trademark is Transformed in These Belarusian iFrukt Juices
Marvelous Mobile Cartography
The 'Connected States of America' Map is Drawn by Cellphone Links
Camping Espresso Brews
Coleman Portable Propane Coffeemaker for the Caffeine Addict
Skype-Savvy Mobiles
The Android Skype App Now Includes One-to-One Video Chat
Scrappy Social Media Enhancements
The 'Twitter Job Hustle' Changes Follower Profiles to "Hire Us"