# UFO-Like Irons The Philips Easyglider Features an Ergonomically Correct Design By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-easyglider References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/easyglider-steam-iron-touts-new-gripping-method-to-prevent-repetitive-strain-injury/) & [studionamic](http://www.studionamic.com/) Although the [Philips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-oneup-electric-mop) Easyglider may look like it will lift off to return to its alien masters at any moment, it is actually an innovative iron that could potentially revolutionize the act of ironing. Designed by Portuguese Studio NAMIC, the Philips Easyglider iron features a new gripping method to prevent [repetitive strain injury](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-mouse-concept). This ergonomically correct design makes this routine chore safer and easier for the user. When not in use, it folds conveniently for [compact storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qrevo-curvx). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ergonomic Design Irons:** Opportunity for companies to develop new ergonomic iron designs that will prevent repetitive strain injuries and transform the household appliances industry. - **Foldable Irons:** Innovative opportunity for companies to create foldable irons that are convenient for storage and could potentially revolutionize the household appliances industry. - **Alien-inspired Design Appliances:** Trend of science-fiction inspired household appliances creates room for companies to design alien-inspired appliances that will transform the household appliances industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Household Appliances:** Opportunity for companies in the household appliances industry to innovate and develop new products that promote ergonomic design and foldability features. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for product designers to develop unique and innovative household appliances design inspired by science fiction and futuristic concepts. - **Manufacturing:** Opportunity for manufacturing industry to develop novel production processes and materials to produce foldable and ergonomic household appliances with futuristic designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Fucntional Steam Iron Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darimeven.md) - [Fully Automated Ironing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fully-automated-ironing-system.md) - [Shapeshifting Garment Care Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garment-steamer.md) - [Health-Conscious Mouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergo-ergonomic-mouse-concept.md) - [Pressurized Steam-Equipped Clothing Irons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressurized-steamequipped-clothing-iron.md) - [Space-Saving Garment Care Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-dualfunction-ironing-board-mirror.md) - [Clip-Style Clothing Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steamur.md) - [Versatile Styling Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calista-airglide-pro.md) - [Ionic Technology Hair Stylers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-styler.md)