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Contouring Flexible Batteries

Samsung's 'Stripe' and 'Band' Batteries Make Wearables Last Longer

— October 27, 2015 — Art & Design
Samsung's two newest flexible batteries can bend any which way while providing a longer charge for smartwatches and paving the way for new wearable designs.

The 'Stripe' is the thinner of the two -- comparable to a thin piece of tape, the long battery is just 0.3 mm in thickness. While it is incredibly thin, the battery is actually more dense than a standard one. This means it could be incorporated into things like jewelry and lead to a wider design of wearables like necklaces and clothing.

The second of the flexible batteries is the 'Band,' made specifically to power smartwatches with an added 50% of battery life. This is an important breakthrough as smartwatches are so compact that their current battery life doesn't last more than a single day. Even more incredible, the Band can be bent 50,000 times and still function perfectly -- making it a durable enhancement for fitness bands and smartwatches as well.
Trend Themes
1. Flexible Batteries for Wearables - The creation of thinner and more flexible batteries will lead to new wearable designs such as jewelry and clothing.
2. Increased Battery Life for Smartwatches - The 'Band' battery's 50% increase in battery life will be a disruptive innovation for the smartwatch industry and lead to further developments.
3. Durable Batteries for Fitness Bands - The 'Band' battery's durability after being bent 50,000 times presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fitness band industry.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - The flexible battery technology could provide the wearable tech industry with a wider range of designs and uses in the future.
2. Smartwatches - Samsung's 'Band' battery technology could revolutionize the smartwatch industry by significantly increasing the device's battery life.
3. Fitness Bands - The durable 'Band' battery technology can improve the functionality and lifespan of fitness bands, providing an opportunity for innovation in the industry.
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