Modular Magnet Game Controllers

The 'PhoCo' Pocket Gaming Controller by Aryan Vijay is Ultra-Thin

The conceptual 'PhoCo' pocket gaming controller has been designed by Aryan Vijay as a magnetic, modular peripheral perfect for supporting gamers when playing on their smartphone anywhere.

The controller has a folding form that collapses down for easy storage alongside a smartphone in a pocket or bag and can be ready for use in mere seconds. The magnetic design of the controller enables the physical button module to be removed, which will reveal a QWERTY keyboard underneath to further enhance the capabilities of the user when on their smartphone.

The conceptual 'PhoCo' pocket gaming controller supports smartphones of your choosing and is equipped with a range of physical control buttons to deliver an immersive gameplay experience when at home or out of the house.

Modular Magnet Controllers
The trend towards modular and magnetic controllers provides an opportunity for disrupting the gaming industry by providing a more portable and customizable gaming experience.
Ultra-thin Gaming Controllers
The trend towards ultra-thin gaming controllers presents an opportunity to disrupt the gaming accessories industry by providing more lightweight and portable gaming accessories.
Smartphone Gaming Accessories
The trend towards gaming accessories for smartphones presents an opportunity to disrupt the gaming industry by providing more casual gamers with a more accessible and affordable gaming experience.

Who This Affects Most

Gaming Accessories
The gaming accessories industry can capitalize on the trend towards modular and lightweight controllers by providing more customizable and portable gaming products.
Mobile Devices
The mobile device industry can capitalize on the trend towards smartphone gaming accessories by providing more high-performance smartphones designed specifically for gaming.
E-commerce
The e-commerce industry can capitalize on the trend towards smartphone gaming accessories by providing more convenient and accessible sales channels for gaming products.
SCORE
7.1 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 98%
Activity 98%
Freshness 16%

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