# Sliding Bezel-Free Smartphones The Conceptual 'PIXEL ZERO' Smartphone Hides Components from Sight By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-05-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-zero References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/05/10/say-buh-bye-to-the-bezel/) The present focus by many technology manufacturers to [eliminate the bezel on smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-brutal) is seeing essential components integrated using notches, but the conceptual 'PIXEL ZERO' aims to offer a different approach. Integrated with a [sliding design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-sliding-system), the smartphone hides the light sensor, front-facing camera and other components until they're actually needed to keep the focus on a truly bezel-free device. This also helps to calm security woes amongst consumers by hiding the camera during regular use, while ensuring the components stay protected from damage. The [conceptual 'PIXEL ZERO' smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-phone-concept) is the design work of Pankaj Kuli and identifies what can be done to make devices more functional for consumers that are in search of the best aesthetics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Bezel-free Smartphones:** The trend of bezel-free smartphones presents an opportunity for manufacturers to innovate and find new ways to integrate essential components without compromising design aesthetics. - **Sliding Design:** The sliding design trend in smartphones opens up possibilities for concealing components when not in use, enhancing the bezel-free experience and addressing security concerns. - **Integrated Components:** The integration of essential components, such as the light sensor and front-facing camera, into bezel-free smartphones creates opportunities for seamless user experience and improved device protection. ### Where This Applies - **Technology Manufacturing:** The technology manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of bezel-free smartphones by developing innovative designs and solutions that seamlessly integrate essential components. - **Smartphone Design:** The smartphone design industry can explore the sliding design trend to create aesthetically appealing and functional devices that offer a truly bezel-free experience. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can embrace the trend of integrated components to produce devices that prioritize both aesthetics and functionality, ultimately attracting consumers looking for the best of both worlds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transparent Design Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-phone-1-concept.md) - [Visible Component Smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-phone-1.md) - [Transparent Aluminum Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-phone-2-concept.md) - [Mini Transparent Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-mini-phone.md) - [Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/01-phone.md) - [Triple-Folding Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-series-mini-trifold.md) - [Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-playstation-xperia-smartphone.md) - [Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-vision.md) - [Subtle Secondary Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sphone-concept.md)