The smartphone is a powerful tool for communication that has quickly led to many users feeling addicted, so the conceptual 'Burnner' is meant to help them gain more control over their usage. The accessory works by being attached onto the rear of the smartphone where it will act as a grip for holding onto the device when in use. The device can be set to specific time limits, which will close the grip and indicate that time is up.
The conceptual 'Burnner' is the design work of Unae Ko and Janchi, and works with a charging base to power up the device itself and the user's smartphone thanks to a wireless charging pad. The system could help to greatly reduce smartphone use and combat against the onset of addiction by putting limits on exposure.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Smartphone Addiction Reduction
- Opportunity to develop more innovative technology products designed to help users curb their smartphone addiction.
- Wireless Charging Accessories
- Opportunity to develop new wireless charging products that work with accessories to limit smartphone use.
- Time-limited Device Accessories
- Opportunity to create more accessories that offer time-limited access to devices to promote better technology use habits.
Where This Applies
- Technology
- Manufacturers could create accessories with time-limited usage features to complement their devices.
- Healthcare
- Public health professionals could recommend the use of smartphone accessories like 'Burnner' to reduce smartphone addiction.
- Consumer Goods
- Companies could develop smartphone accessories to help consumers gain more control over their smartphone usage patterns.
