# Intuitive Smartphone Controllers QBlinks is a Handy Do-It-All iPhone Remote Control Device By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-10-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qblinks References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2014/07/24/qblinks/) & [qblinks](https://www.qblinks.com/) QBlinks is a Bluetooth LE device that is designed to be as useful and as versatile as a Swiss Army Knife, but for phones. The remote control can be used to deliver alerts and notifications, play music, activate Siri and even help to [locate a missing phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingerfind). What sets QBlinks apart from many other cell phone remotes is that it makes use of a cloud-based platform, so that you can connect an [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks) to multiple QBlinks simultaneously. With this device, you're able to designate specific colors to match a particular action, as well as [set gestures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flick-wand), such as alert the camera to take photo based on how many times the surface of QBlinks is tapped. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cloud-based Smartphone Connectivity:** Opportunity for companies to develop cloud-based platforms that allow for multiple device connectivity. - **Multi-functional Remote Controls:** Opportunity to create versatile remote control devices that can perform various tasks. - **Customizable Gestures and Colors:** Opportunity to design remote controls with customizable gestures and color-coded actions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop innovative remote control devices. - **Mobile App Development:** Opportunity for app developers to create applications that can be controlled through remote devices. - **Smartphone Accessories:** Opportunity for companies to create accessories that enhance smartphone functionality through remote control. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Home Scenario Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelly-blu-button1.md) - [Universal Smart Remote Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-smart-remote-controller.md) - [Wearable Gesture Control Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-wearable-controller.md) - [Omni-Control Smart Home Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linxura-smart-home-controller.md) - [Smartphone Keyboard Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks.md) - [Configurable Concave-Button Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-liza-remote.md) - [App Controlled Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingerbot-sense.md) - [Expandable Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-s9.md) - [Magnetic Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-m4-snapon.md)