# Projected Cell Technology The iPhone 'Next G' is Virtually Weightless in Your Palm By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-10-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-next-g References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/10/07/talking-with-a-palm/) Designed by Samuel Lee Kwon, the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-iphone-fold-concept) 'Next G' redefines its current concrete counterpart. Though the new [wrist-worn concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband) is tangible technology, the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept) gadget's familiar touchscreen is projected onto the wearer's palm. Equipped will all of the most important features, including a mic, a speaker, a camera receiver, touch screen and wrist pulse sensor, the iPhone 'Next G' is truly the next generation of iPhone, stepping away from the concept of self-contained technology. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Projected Cell Technology:** The concept of projecting the smartphone's touchscreen onto the user's palm opens up opportunities for immersive augmented reality experiences. - **Wearable Technology:** The wrist-worn design of the iPhone 'Next G' introduces new possibilities for integrating technology seamlessly into our everyday lives. - **Next Generation Smartphone:** The iPhone 'Next G' demonstrates the potential for redesigning traditional smartphones, pushing boundaries for form and functionality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The projected cell technology trend presents opportunities for consumer electronics companies to create innovative products that enhance user experiences. - **Wearable Technology:** The iPhone 'Next G' showcases the potential for wearable technology to become more intuitive and user-friendly. - **Mobile Communication:** The next generation smartphone trend disrupts the mobile communication industry by introducing new ways of interacting with devices and data. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Generation Folding Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-iphone-fold-concept.md) - [Ultra-Slim Folding Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-air-concept.md) - [Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-vision.md) - [Previous Generation Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept.md) - [Scroll Wheel Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-phone-15.md) - [Ultra-Sleek Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16-pro-concept.md) - [Immersive Titanium Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-14-ultra-concept.md) - [Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handworn-smart-display.md) - [Visible Component Smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-phone-1.md)