# Back-Bending Smartphone Stands The FUMM Smartphone Stand Works with All Gadgets at All Angles By Michael Hines | Published 2013-05-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fumm-smartphone-stand References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/fumm-smartphone-mount/27689/) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1247222675/fumm-flexible-universal-mobile-mount-for-iphones-a?ref=category) The FUMM smartphone stand is a do-all accessory designed to work with just about any gadget. FUMM (Flexible Universal Mobile Mount) was created by Robert Han of Santa Clara, California. The stand works with all types of smartphone devices and other gadgets, including GPS. FUMM works via its [suction cup arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsockets-suckup-grip-and-mount). The arms attach onto any surface, and the surface itself can accommodate any phone. Most smartphone stands are designed to be used in only one or two ways. The FUMM smartphone stand can safely affix to windows or desks. Han is currently seeking funding for the FUMM on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyan). He has raised a little over $4,500 and is seeking a total of $35,000 for his project. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Multi-functional Gadget Accessories:** Creating gadget accessories that can work with a variety of devices and surfaces presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the tech accessories industry. - **Flexible and Adaptable Device Stands:** Developing device stands that can be adjusted to work at any angle and provide stability for a variety of gadgets could disrupt the market for existing device stands and holders. - **Crowdfunding for Innovative Tech Products:** Exploring more effective ways to raise funding for innovative tech products through crowdfunding platforms could disrupt traditional methods of product development and launch. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tech Accessories:** Developing multi-functional gadget accessories could disrupt the market for single-use tech accessories and increase product versatility. - **Smartphone Devices:** Creating flexible and adaptable device stands could disrupt the market for traditional phone stands and holders, resulting in more user-friendly phone accessories. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Innovative funding models like crowdfunding could disrupt traditional product development cycles and offer new opportunities for entrepreneurs and small business owners in the tech industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gripping Smartphone Mount Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kling-kong-smartphone-kickstand.md) - [Origami-Style Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-snap-phone-tripod-stand.md) - [Magnetic Phone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyan.md) - [Pocket-Sized Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mophie-portable-magnetic-stand.md) - [Magnetic Phone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ganinno-r-stand.md) - [Multi-Purpose Computer Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-stand3.md) - [Multi-Functional Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meboge.md) - [Hex Wrench Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workingmans-sword.md) - [Cable Storage Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hold-the-phone-stand.md)