# Contouring Flexible Batteries Samsung's 'Stripe' and 'Band' Batteries Make Wearables Last Longer By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-10-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-batteries References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2015/10/samsung-bendable-batteries-prototype/?utm_source=mainrss) & [uk.businessinsider](http://uk.businessinsider.com/samsung-band-and-stripe-batteries-2015-10) [Samsung's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-pack-2) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitplay-fidlock-watch-band) as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Flexible Batteries for Wearables:** The creation of thinner and more flexible batteries will lead to new wearable designs such as jewelry and clothing. - **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. - **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. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wearable Technology:** The flexible battery technology could provide the wearable tech industry with a wider range of designs and uses in the future. - **Smartwatches:** Samsung's 'Band' battery technology could revolutionize the smartwatch industry by significantly increasing the device's battery life. - **Fitness Bands:** The durable 'Band' battery technology can improve the functionality and lifespan of fitness bands, providing an opportunity for innovation in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bendable Battery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bendable-battery.md) - [Minimal Pebble-Like Battery Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-pack-2.md) - [Ultra-Thin Battery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-storage-technology.md) - [Rollable Smartwatch Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollable-smartwatch.md) - [Paper-Based Energy Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-battery.md) - [Sculpted Stone-Like Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/layer-x-samsung-battery-pack.md) - [Wearable Watch Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watch-power-bank.md) - [Silicone Eco-Friendly Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexi-bands.md) - [Sizeable Wellness Wearable Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-4.md)