# Triangular Cardboard Radios The ONEMI Opts for a Flat-Pack Shape and Design for Emergency Use By M | Published 2016-05-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-radios References: [bit.ly](http://bit.ly/1q2IqMq) & [shackletongroup](http://www.shackletongroup.com/) While smartphones, laptops and tablets tend to be the most popular forms of digital communication to-date, portable radios still remain vitally important devices -- especially in emergency situations. The ONEMI Radio is an ideal example of a flat-pack device design that is built for the sole purpose of transmitting broadcasting frequencies with a practical, yet modern, triangular shape. The ONEMI Radio is a design put together by the Shackleton Group that provides unmonitored communication to regions that are prone to earthquakes, such as Chile. The device is engineered to allow for communication between the government to the population with an affordable radio built from cardboard. The simplistic materials allows the cost of the device to be affordable to all demographics, for use in emergency and crisis situations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## 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 - **Flat-pack Radio Devices:** Developing low-cost radio devices that can be quickly assembled for emergency situations using flat-pack designs and recyclable materials. - **Unmonitored Communication Systems:** Providing communication systems that operate independently without the need for monitoring or digital infrastructure to serve areas prone to natural disasters or emergency situations. - **Affordable Emergency Communication:** Creating emergency communication devices that are affordable for all demographics, especially those who are vulnerable and located in disaster-prone areas. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Emergency Response:** Designing communication systems that enhance emergency response and recovery operations for natural disasters, especially in areas that lack digital infrastructures. - **Sustainability:** Leveraging recyclable materials and flat-pack designs to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability in emergency communication devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** Developing affordable and practical communication devices for consumers that can be used in emergency situations when traditional communication systems may not be available. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Origami-Inspired Disaster Relief Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-folding-pods.md) - [Collapsible Emergency-Ready Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomori-lantern-kit.md) - [Geometric Foldable Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentatonic-1.md) - [Disaster-Preparation Sleek Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4rq002003.md) - [Nostalgic Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calming-noise-radio.md) - [Industrial Design Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-desk.md) - [Delightfully Playful Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anomalo.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md)