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Malleable Electronic

Paper-thin, flexible devices offer connectivity uncompromised by bulkiness

Implications - Hyper-flexible electronics that can be folded or bent are being embraced by urban consumers low on space. Whether for convenient transportation or to be tucked away when not in use, such paper-thin gadgets suggest a need for unobtrusive devices that don't compromise comfort in favor of connectivity. This shift is related to the interest in technology that is easily integrated into the daily lives of consumers and suggests a widespread desire for function-focused design.

Workshop Question - In terms of new materials, what can your brand use as an alternative to your current option?

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6 Featured, 54 Examples: 308,653 Total Clicks

Date Range: Aug 15 - May 16

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Consumer Insight Topics: Tech Art & Design Mobile Design Gadgets Computers

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Flexible Paper-Thin Displays (UPDATE) - The Bendable LG Display Made Its Debut at Ces 2016

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Warm 9,720 Clicks Pub: Jan 15, 16

Flexible Paper-Thin Displays (UPDATE)

The Bendable LG Display Made Its Debut at Ces 2016

Earlier this year, rumors began circulating about a flexible LG display that would have the ability to bend and fold like a piece of paper. This technology eventually made its debut at CES 2016 in... [More]

Roll-Out Solar Chargers - The HeLi-on Compact Solar Charger Features a Windup Solar Cell Mat

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Warm 7,584 Clicks Pub: Nov 18, 15

Roll-Out Solar Chargers

The HeLi-on Compact Solar Charger Features a Windup Solar Cell Mat

When it comes to solar panel cells, the more space that you are capturing sunlight on, the more energy you’ll get, so the HeLi-on Compact Solar Charger is designed with a roll-out solar panel... [More]

Flexible E-Paper Displays - Guangzhou OED Technologies Offers Foldable Graphene-Based Tech Displays

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Warm 1,970 Clicks Pub: May 2, 16

Flexible E-Paper Displays

Guangzhou OED Technologies Offers Foldable Graphene-Based Tech Displays

Guangzhou OED Technologies is a Chinese tech brand that has put together an e-paper device display that is ultra flexible thanks to the use of graphene in the structure. The graphene supports a high... [More]

Flexible Snake Cameras - The 'Link' Camera Features a Lens on Either End of the Snake-Like Design

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Average 4,131 Clicks Pub: Jan 19, 16

Flexible Snake Cameras

The 'Link' Camera Features a Lens on Either End of the Snake-Like Design

Being that consumers are becoming more involved with the content creation process more than ever thanks to the advent of smartphones, the ‘Link’ snake camera is designed as a way to... [More]

Portable Roll-Up Keyboards - The 'LG Rolly Keyboard' Collapses into a Stick

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Mild 544 Clicks Pub: Aug 28, 15

Portable Roll-Up Keyboards

The 'LG Rolly Keyboard' Collapses into a Stick

The ‘LG Rolly Keyboard’ is the first ever portable keyboard that collapses into a stick. The idea of creating a portable keyboard is quite difficult as it must be small enough to bring... [More]

Interactive Paper Kits - This Set of Stickers and Electronics Create Interactive Paper Technology

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Mild 849 Clicks Pub: Jan 17, 16

Interactive Paper Kits

This Set of Stickers and Electronics Create Interactive Paper Technology

Having created many interactive posters, Novalia is known as a master of paper technology. While the technology behinds its interactive paper creations seems quite complex, the brand designed the... [More]