# Sharing-Based Mobiles The arc Social Phone was Designed for Networking Nuts By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-03-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-social-phone References: [industrialdesignserved](http://www.industrialdesignserved.com/gallery/arc-social-phone/2244098) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/arc-social-phone/2244098) The reason that a person purchases a [cellphone in the first place](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noka-7610-5g) is so that he has a means of connecting with others. In the case of the arc Social Phone, this is a piece of technology that's intended for those who demand the highest level of hi-tech interaction. Designed by noirblack of Kharkiv, Ukraine, this smartphone has been given a [gorgeous curving shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meti) that fits nicely into your palm and your pocket. Anti-glare glass forms the [sensitive touchscreen surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nothing-phone-3) of the handset that displays icons, apps and media with vivid detail. Three prominent symbols can be found on the arc Social Phone home screen: the 'message' button sends you to your emails, texts and other correspondence; the 'feeds' button guides you through your news, rss and social feeds, making sharing direct and effortless; and the 'contacts' button lets you browse through photos of your friends before initiating a conversation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Social Networking:** The arc Social Phone emphasizes easy and direct sharing, catering to the trend of increased social networking. - **Hi-tech Interaction:** The arc Social Phone offers a high level of hi-tech interaction, aligning with the trend of advanced smartphone technology. - **Curved Design:** The arc Social Phone features a curved design that enhances user experience, reflecting the trend of aesthetically appealing smartphones. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Technology:** The arc Social Phone disrupts the mobile technology industry by focusing on social sharing and advanced interaction. - **Consumer Electronics:** The arc Social Phone presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the consumer electronics industry with its unique design and user-friendly features. - **Digital Communication:** The arc Social Phone brings disruptive innovation to the digital communication industry by providing an intuitive and efficient platform for social networking. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Accessible Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmd-arc.md) - [Mindful Communication Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks-communicator.md) - [Swappable Keypad Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidephone-sp01.md) - [Fan-Designed Glowing Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-2a-plus-community-edition.md) - [Photography-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ax-phone.md) - [Wacky Design Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-phone-experimentation.md) - [Artful Aluminum Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-1.md) - [Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-minimalist-phone.md) - [Hourglass-Shaped Phone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meti.md)