# Ergonomic Anatomy Smartphones The 'Echo' Call Device Offers a Smaller Design Suited to the Ear By M | Published 2016-08-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-device References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/08/12/an-unnaturally-natural-phone/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/FaisalSemari) The '[Echo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-amazon-echo-frames)' is a conceptual call device designed by Faisal Semari that offers consumers a smaller, more compact and [curved smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-phone-mini) that is tailored to better suit the shape of the ear. This provides a much more ergonomic design that morphs to the body, for added comfort when taking a call. While most smartphone devices tend to be modular and rectangular, the 'Echo' phone completely diverges from this standard. The device leaves behind [angular forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-brutal) in place of a curved surface that warps where the ear would sit. This provides a much more organic design that is tailored to the body. The smartphone can even be transitioned to a handheld device thanks to an incorporated earpiece that folds down and turns the the phone into a headset. Both modes of wear are much more ergonomic and comfortable for the consumer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Curved Smartphone Design:** The 'Echo' phone introduces a curved design that better suits the shape of the ear, providing a more ergonomic and comfortable experience for users. - **Tailored Ergonomic Devices:** The concept of creating devices that are tailored to the body's natural shape opens up opportunities for more comfortable and ergonomic products in various industries. - **Multifunctional Wearable Technology:** The incorporation of an earpiece that folds down and turns the 'Echo' phone into a headset highlights the potential for wearable technology that seamlessly transitions between different modes of use. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can explore curved smartphone designs to create more comfortable and ergonomic devices for users. - **Health and Wellness:** The concept of tailored ergonomic devices can be applied to the health and wellness industry to create products that prioritize comfort and user experience. - **Wearable Technology:** The 'Echo' phone's ability to transform into a headset showcases the potential for innovative wearable technology in the telecommunications industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-infinity-pro.md) - [Hourglass-Shaped Phone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meti.md) - [Topographical Relaxation Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecue-case.md) - [Contoured Ear-Hugging Headphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earbugs.md) - [Ergonomic Hearing Aid Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/claro-hearing-aid.md) - [Sleek Modular Flip Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easco.md) - [Mini-Sized Alternative Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-phone-mini.md) - [Earbud-Equipped Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-5710-xpressaudio.md) - [Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/01-phone.md)