# Coiled Cord Connectors The Curly Cable Reaches Out to Rangebound iPhone Users By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-cable References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/accessory/an_apple_accessory_thats_a_bit_of_a_stretch_21247.asp) & [devdesign-ideas](http://www.devdesign-ideas.com/DevDESIGNcurly/Curly_cable_2_2.html) As wonderful as smartphones are, most owners can agree that battery life is where they truly fall short. With nearly a daily need to charge your [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-universal-cable-for-apple-watch), the Curly Cable makes the process a little more convenient in providing you the easy means to continue using your device. A sub-one-meter charger wire requires you to crouch down to use your handset or your [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m30) while it's plugged into a baseboard-level socket. You may even need to get down onto all fours to make a phone call. The inventive team at Dev DESIGN 2.0 has thus come up with a springy solution for a [tangle-proof coiled cord](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cable-managements) which extends from 20 centimeters to 180 centimeters: the Curly Cable. Photo Credits: [Kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1117194589/curly-cable-for-ipad-and-iphone) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Convenience Charging:** The trend of coiled cord connectors presents an opportunity for innovative solutions that make charging smartphones more convenient and user-friendly. - **Tangle-proof Technology:** The rise of coiled cord connectors highlights the need for tangle-proof technology in charging cables, providing a disruptive opportunity for companies to create innovative, hassle-free charging solutions. - **Extended Reach:** Coiled cord connectors that can extend from short lengths to longer distances present an opportunity for disruptive innovations that allow users to comfortably use their devices while charging, without compromising on mobility. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can benefit from coiled cord connectors by exploring and developing new charging solutions that enhance user experience and convenience with smartphones and other devices. - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of coiled cord connectors by designing and manufacturing tangle-proof, extended reach charging cables that cater to the needs of smartphone users. - **Wireless Technology:** The wireless technology industry can identify disruptive opportunities in coiled cord connectors by integrating wireless charging capabilities into the design, eliminating the need for physical connectors altogether. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multipurpose Magnetic Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supercalla-cable.md) - [Flexible Charging Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-charge-adapter.md) - [Magnetic Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-magcable.md) - [Magnetic Charging Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-pro-cable.md) - [Phone Charger Wire Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/co-cable-organizer.md) - [Vibrant Lanyard Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanyard-charging.md) - [Premium Magnetic Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-pro.md) - [Folding Multi-Position Charger Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychain-charger-cable.md) - [Stylishly Reliable Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beats-cables.md)