There is almost always a return to simpler times, and with the Huawei Folded Leaf cell phone design, that may be the case for smartphones. I'm sure that people will really appreciate the bare-boned aesthetic and usability of this device, which bears the minimalist look that has hit the design industry like a tidal wave.
Designed by Swedish studio Claesson Koivisto Rune, the Huawei Folded Leaf cell phone is modeled after--you got it--a folded leaf. Of course, it doesn't look as much like a folded leaf as it does a a cordless phone or even a clam shell.
The Huawei Folded Leaf cell phone is set to make its debut during the Milan furniture fair 2011.
Bare-Boned Cell Phones
Claesson Koivisto Rune's Huawei Folded Leaf is Simple and Direct
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Cell Phone Design - The trend to simplify the cell phone design may lead to a minimalist design that creates a new standard in the industry.
2. Natural-inspired Mobile Devices - Mobile device designs inspired by natural objects like a folded leaf may create a new market segment and cater to a nature-loving audience.
3. Retro-inspired Cell Phones - Retro-inspired designs for cell phones may appeal to a new market segment that is looking for simpler devices without the features overload of modern smartphones.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Companies operating in the consumer electronics industry can seize the opportunity to develop new minimalist cell phone designs that stand out from the competition.
2. Design - The design industry can explore how to incorporate natural elements into their products to create innovative mobile devices inspired by nature.
3. Retro Cell Phone Market - Entrepreneurs can enter the retro cell phone market by creating simple and affordable cell phone designs for consumers who yearn for a simpler technology experience.