# Curved Aquatic Smartphones The 'Aqua' Smartphone Has an Ergonomic Design for Comfortable Holding By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqua-smartphone References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/05/15/this-phone-nails-the-wet-look/) The smartphone has become an essential piece of technology that millions of users rely on each day, so the conceptual 'Aqua' smartphone imagines a device with enhanced ergonomics to make usage more comfortable. Designed by Branislav Varnicic, the smartphone has a [pebble-like aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meti) that is smooth and curvy to ensure that it will feel more natural in your hand when held for extended periods. Boasting a [projection keyboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unihertz-titan-2), the smartphone takes a more forward approach to transforming the mobile technology experience for avid users to enjoy. The conceptual 'Aqua' smartphone identifies what can be done to transition smartphones into [artistic handheld devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-phone-experimentation) that is much more appealing than the somewhat boxy aesthetic that almost all other alternatives have. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ergonomic Smartphones:** Designing smartphones with enhanced ergonomics for comfortable extended usage. - **Artistic Handheld Devices:** Transforming smartphones into aesthetically appealing artistic creations. - **Projection Keyboards:** Incorporating projection keyboards in smartphones for an improved user experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop ergonomic and highly aesthetic smartphones with advanced features. - **Mobile Technology:** Mobile technology companies can incorporate projection keyboards into their smartphones to provide an advanced user experience. - **Design and Aesthetics:** Design and aesthetics firms can work with smartphone manufacturers to develop artistic handheld devices that are aesthetically pleasing and functional. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-infinity-pro.md) - [Industrial Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-what-if-phone.md) - [Inclusive Smartphone Control Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assistive-key-device.md) - [Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-minimalist-phone.md) - [Rotating Button Panel Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-one.md) - [Topographical Relaxation Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecue-case.md) - [Vibrant Sharp-Edged Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-brutal.md) - [Innovative Compact Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-smartphone.md) - [Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-playstation-xperia-smartphone.md)