# E-Ink Screen Smartphones The Kingrow K1 Protects Eye Health by Omitting Blue Light Illumination By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kingrow-k1 References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/kingrow-k1-e-ink-smartphone-29-05-2019/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/kingrow-k1-a-smartphone-for-optimized-eye-health--2#/) The Kingrow K1 smartphone is a different kind of device for consumers that will offer them a way to stay connected without the use of potentially harmful components. Outfitted with an [e-ink display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcool-inkplay), the smartphone is free from blue light that can cause fatigue and cellular deterioration over extended periods of time. The dual-SIM smartphone can be charged once to provide up to two weeks of usage thanks to the ultra-low power profile of the device. The Kingrow K1 smartphone features [anti-glare glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epaper-computer) on the display to further decrease the amount of reflection created by the device. The [eReader functionality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkreader-duo) will enable users to read books for extended periods without having to deal with eye dryness that can come about through the use of existing smartphone and tablet screens. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 85% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **E-ink Screen Smartphones:** Opportunity to create and market more smartphones featuring e-ink screens that reduce the harmful effects of blue light on eyes and offer long-lasting battery life. - **Anti-glare Glass Displays:** Opportunity to incorporate anti-glare technology in more devices to reduce the amount of reflection created by electronic device displays. - **Ereader Functionality:** Opportunity to develop devices with eReader functionality for users who want to read for extended periods without experiencing eye dryness. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Smartphone manufacturers should consider incorporating e-ink screens and anti-glare technology in their devices. - **Ereader Manufacturing:** Companies involved in eReader manufacturing can expand their business by developing devices with smartphone functionalities. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can take advantage of the emerging trend of incorporating e-ink screens in smartphones to promote eye health and reduce harmful blue light exposure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eye-Friendly E-Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigme-hibreak.md) - [Low-Cost E Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigme-hibreak-s.md) - [Pro-Grade E-Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bigme-hibreak-pro.md) - [E-Ink Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisense-a9.md) - [Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-minimalist-phone.md) - [Paper-Like Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-50-nxtpaper-and-50-pro-nxtpaper.md) - [Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lofone.md) - [Paper-Like Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-smartphones.md) - [Hybrid E-Paper Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-nxtpaper-60-ultra.md)