# Mobile-Disabling Auto Devices 'cellCONTROL' Eliminates Phone Use for a Safer Drive By Matt Ho | Published 2012-01-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cellcontrol References: [autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2012/01/22/scosche-debuts-accessory-that-blocks-all-cell-phone-use-in-cars/) & [scosche](http://www.scosche.com/) Unless there's a handset involved, talking or texting on the phone is never a good idea, and Scosche is making sure that this dangerous act won't happen with a new device called the 'cellCONTROL.' The cellCONTROL installs itself right at the OBD-II port of the car. Users must download an app and then activate the system online for it to be fully functional. Once a vehicle starts moving, it uses Bluetooth to [block any incoming calls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jolt-app). This also includes incoming and outgoing calls to [SMS, MMS and Internet connectivity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muto). Should the cellCONTROL be deactivated, the application will alert an administrator through text or e-mail. The device isn't as limiting as you think though. As long as it detects that a [handset is in place](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automaticall), calls will be allowed. The cellCONTROL is compatible with 1,200 devices and any vehicle sold in the U.S. after 1996. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mobile-disabling Devices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more advanced and automated mobile-disabling devices that can detect and block phone use while driving. - **App-based Safety Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create app-based safety systems that can be easily installed in vehicles to prevent phone use and increase road safety. - **Bluetooth Connectivity Control:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative Bluetooth-based systems that can control and limit incoming calls, SMS, MMS, and internet connectivity while driving. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive Safety:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the automotive safety industry by designing and manufacturing devices that can disable mobile phone usage in vehicles. - **Mobile Device Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore opportunities in the mobile device management industry by developing solutions to remotely disable phone functionalities to promote safe driving. - **App Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the growing demand for safety apps by developing and offering app-based solutions that block phone use while driving. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Smartphone Car Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-android-auto-device.md) - [Vehicular Smartphone Signal Boosters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weboost-drive-sleek.md) - [Impact-Detecting Car Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmmpr-one.md) - [Driving Interface Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app.md) - [Revolutionary Carplay Android Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartbox.md) - [Car Health Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ds200.md) - [Alcohol-Monitoring Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholmonitoring-bracelet.md) - [AI-Powered Driving Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-driving-app.md) - [Smartphone-Silencing Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-cowboy-out-of-pocket-pouch.md)