There is something to be said for staying present and enjoying the experience wholly, which is why this service is trying to help venues establish phone-free zones. Yondr provides tools that disable mobile phones and allow people to experience live music more fully.
With a goal of showing people the power of a moment when they aren't focused on documenting or broadcasting it, Yondr enables venues and artists to create phone-free zones. Based out of San Francisco, the company developed a fitted cell phone case that limits the phone when inside the specified zone. This allows event attendees to keep their phones on them, but stops them from being able to take pictures, send texts or otherwise become disengaged.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Phone-free Zones
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technologies and services that create designated spaces without mobile phone distractions for enhanced in-person experiences.
- Venue Accessories
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture phone-disabling tools and accessories specifically tailored for venues and event spaces.
- Live Music Experience
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop interactive technologies that enhance live music experiences by minimizing phone distractions and encouraging audience engagement.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Event Space
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create and market phone-disabling tools and services for event venues to establish phone-free zones and enhance attendee experiences.
- Mobile Accessories
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture phone sleeves and cases that disable certain functions within specified areas, such as event venues.
- Entertainment
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technologies and solutions that enhance live entertainment experiences by reducing mobile phone distractions and increasing audience engagement.
