# Knuckleduster Rain Shields The Brolly Rain Umbrella Frees Thumbs to Text Easier By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brolly-rain-umbrella References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2013/01/24/brolly-umbrella-frees-up-a-thumb-so-you-can-text-in-the-rain/) & [brollytime](https://www.brollytime.com/rain-umbrella-shop) Juggling an umbrella and a cellphone can be frustrating, especially if a person needs to use both, but the Brolly Rain Umbrella simplifies matters slightly. The [handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tank-series) has been converted into something akin to brass knuckles in order to better distribute weight among the fingers so that the thumb is freed up. Thus, the Brolly Rain Umbrella allows people to use it and a phone with ease. Comfortable, simple and compact, the Brolly Rain Umbrella tweaks the [traditional rain accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-duckhead) to address the needs of modern societies. Although this says much about how dependant people have become when it comes to technology and everyday devices, this company is simply rolling with the times. The Brolly Rain Umbrella is affordable and available in a blue and black colorway. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multitasking Umbrellas:** Incorporating new designs and features that enable easier access to technology while using umbrellas. - **Personalized Weather Protection:** Creating customizable and unique rain shields to fit individual needs and preferences. - **Tech-integrated Accessories:** Developing umbrellas that are compatible with today's technology and enhance lifestyle functionalities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Accessories:** Innovating rainwear and umbrellas to incorporate tech features and customization options. - **Smartphone Accessories:** Designing specialized accessories that enable easy and safe use of smartphones while engaging in outdoor activities. - **Travel and Tourism:** Developing weather protection solutions that not only cater to different weather conditions, but also enhance the overall travel experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Smartphone Parasols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-parasol.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Umbrella Standpoint Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standpoint.md) - [Rainproof Wheelchair Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobidry.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-puppies-golf.md)