Hyunsub Shin and Yeji Han designed the new Olock smartphone accessory, which is meant to curb the use of smartphones as a whole. It is a Magsafe accessory that attaches to the back of the phone and features functions that prompt lower use of the actual smartphone itself.
It sticks to the back of the phone and features a real analog clock with a single-hour hand that keeps users aware of the time. Additionally, it also functions as a small storage for items such as cash, cards, and other receipts. There is a compartment that can hold paper cars ad also gets the embossed details of the block hand for the time that users keep off of their phones.
Image Credit: Hyunsub ?Shin and Yeji Han
What's Driving This Trend
- Magsafe Accessories
- The Olock smartphone accessory is a Magsafe attachment designed to reduce smartphone usage and promote awareness of the time through a real analog clock.
- Curb Smartphone Use
- The Olock accessory prompts users to lower their smartphone usage by providing additional functions and storage capabilities.
- Multi-purpose Smartphone Add-ons
- The Olock accessory serves as both a clock and a small storage compartment, offering users convenience and versatility.
Who This Affects Most
- Mobile Accessories
- The Magsafe accessory market presents opportunities for innovative smartphone add-ons, such as the Olock, that enhance user experience and address concerns over excessive phone usage.
- Smartphone Gadgets
- The Olock smartphone accessory is part of the growing trend of gadgets that accompany smartphones and promote healthier smartphone habits.
- Analog Timepieces
- The integration of a real analog clock in the Olock accessory taps into the analog timepiece industry, offering a unique blend of technology and traditional timekeeping.
