# Squeezable Shortcut Smartphones The HTC U11 Smartphone Boasts a Squeezable Chassis By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-u11 References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/htc-u-11-launch/49540/) & [htc](http://www.htc.com/us/) The [HTC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confidentiality-hightech-smartphone) U11 is the latest smartphone from the brand that looks to increase the overall efficiency of the user by adding in an unexpected functionality that makes it a fun, interactive device to utilize. Packed with the all-new Edge Sense technology, the smartphone is capable of being squeezed on the sides in order to bring about shortcut operations such as snapping selfies, opening a certain app or even accessing Google Assistant or [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-2) [Alexa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraloq-smart-home-locks). The HTC U11 smartphone sports a 5.5 inch display, 3D sound recording for immersive videos, a 12MP UltraPixel camera and a Snapdragon 835 processor. The new smartphone sports an all-glass design that offers a glossy and attractive aesthetic to make it look like a premium option for the average user. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 - **Squeezable Smartphones:** The development of smartphones with squeezeable chassis opens up possibilities for new touch-based interactive features. - **Edge Sense Technology:** The integration of Edge Sense technology in smartphones allows users to perform shortcut operations by squeezing the device, offering a new level of convenience and ease of use. - **All-glass Design:** The adoption of all-glass designs in smartphones offers a sleek and premium aesthetic, enhancing the overall user experience and attracting a wider customer base. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Smartphone manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of squeezable smartphones by developing innovative designs and implementing touch-based interactive features. - **Mobile Technology:** The integration of Edge Sense technology opens up opportunities for mobile technology companies to create new applications and software that enhance user experience and productivity through innovative gestures. - **Consumer Electronics:** The all-glass design trend in smartphones presents disruptive innovation opportunities for consumer electronics companies to create visually appealing and premium products that appeal to a wide range of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Confidentiality-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confidentiality-hightech-smartphone.md) - [Octa-Core Budget Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octacore-budget-smartphone.md) - [Innovative Compact Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-smartphone.md) - [Refined Minimalist Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharp-aquos-r9.md) - [Curvaceous Flagship Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-flagship-smartphone.md) - [Camera-Highlighting Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-7.md) - [Ultra-Affordable Name-Brand Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-wildfire-e5-plus.md) - [Wacky Design Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-phone-experimentation.md) - [Camera-Inspired Sleek Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-15-ultra.md)