# Gaming Console Smartphones The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-03-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-phone-concept References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/03/29/nintendo-switch-phone-is-a-capable-gaming-device-and-reliable-daily-driver-fused-into-one/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nintendo-switch-phone-is-a-capable-gaming-device-and-reliable-daily-driver-fused-into-one)  The market is filled with a variety of [gaming smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soolra) built with the needs of mobile titles in mind, but the Nintendo Switch Phone concept takes things in a decidedly different direction. Conceptualized by Ivan Llaneza, the mobile device follows on the design aesthetic of the original Nintendo Switch gaming console with a rectangular construction, accented by blue and red buttons. The top and bottom of the smartphone allows Joy-Con-style controllers to be added onto the device to further enhance the gaming experience. The Nintendo Switch Phone concept is equipped with a 7.1-inch OLED display that comes in the form of an LTPO panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. Featuring an IP68 rating, the smartphone has a [Qualcomm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-pocket-dmg) [Snapdragon 8 Gen 2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-phone-7-series) processor for handling a range of game titles, while the 7,000mAh battery with support for 60W fast charging maximizes gameplay. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.1/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gaming Smartphone Consoles:** There is an opportunity in the market to create gaming smartphones with a focus on console-like experiences. - **Modular Gaming Smartphones:** There is an opportunity to explore different designs and features to make gaming smartphones more modular and versatile for gamers. - **Hybrid Gaming Devices:** There is an opportunity to create hybrid devices like the Nintendo Switch Phone concept that can serve as both a smartphone and a gaming console. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile Manufacturers:** Mobile manufacturers can explore creating new gaming smartphone designs with features and specs specifically tailored to gamers. - **Gaming Device Manufacturers:** Gaming device manufacturers can explore the opportunities in creating hybrid gaming devices like the Nintendo Switch Phone concept or new modular gaming smartphones. - **Tech Startups:** Tech startups can innovate in the gaming and mobile markets by creating disruptive designs and improving on current gaming smartphone offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Branded Gaming Hardware Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-phone-concept.md) - [Meta Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-small-invader.md) - [Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-nintendo-switch-2.md) - [Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-playstation-xperia-smartphone.md) - [Smartphone-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-a.md) - [Foldable Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-flip-concept.md) - [Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switoo.md) - [Shapeshifting Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-famicon.md) - [Analog Joystick Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-flex.md)