# Marvelous Mobile Cartography The 'Connected States of America' Map is Drawn by Cellphone Links By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-07-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-states-of-america References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/a-map-of-america-drawn-by-cellphone-connections-video.html) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fV8vB1BB2qc&feature=related) The 'Connected States of America' is a phenomenal map made up entirely of the cellphone connections that occur on a daily basis. The cellphone connections go beyond regional and state boundaries, and in that way, the [map shows the links](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphone) between the various parts of the country. What I particularly like about the 'Connected States of America' is its magnitude. The map gives a different way of thinking about the geography of the United States. Have a gander at the video for yourself to see more. **Implications** - The digital revolution has created a vast amount of information and data. Internet users are looking for curators to emerge to structure the plethora of info. Companies that can find meaningful ways to [structure pertinent information](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marketmap) will be poised for success. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cellphone Mapping:** The trend of utilizing cellphone connections to create detailed maps showcasing links between various parts of a country. - **Data Curation:** The trend of companies emerging to structure and curate vast amount of available information/data. - **Non-traditional Geographical Representations:** The trend of creating non-traditional maps that depict a unique view of geography like 'Connected States of America' map. ### Where This Applies - **Mapping and Geospatial Industry:** The industry can utilize cellphone connection data to map and visualize important information about population and travel patterns. - **Data Management and Analytics Industry:** The industry can aid in the curation of vast amount of information with advanced analytical tools to provide useful insights from structured data. - **Tourism Industry:** The industry can use non-traditional maps like 'Connected States of America' map to create novel and engaging travel guides and experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Photo-Sharing Memory Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memorymaps.md) - [Interactive Mapping Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-map.md) - [Iconic Cartographic Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/route-66-centennial.md) - [Real-Time Social Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-maps.md) - [Zip Code Visualizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipcode-heat-map.md) - [Visual Journey Mapping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-map-video.md) - [Global Connectivity Insights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24roam.md) - [Location-Based Social Media Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instagram-map.md) - [Park-Navigating Map Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/map-update.md)