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Screen-Free Communication Devices

The Republic Wireless 'Relay' and 'Anywhere HQ' are Versatile

— December 19, 2017 — Tech
Smartphone usage amongst many younger consumers has reached troubling levels, so the Republic Wireless 'Relay' and 'Anywhere HQ' have been created to offer a way for users to stay connected without the need for screens. The 'Relay' works by incorporating a walkie-talkie-like design that will enable it to connect users together on 4G LTE and WiFi networks to let them talk to one another with the push of a button. The 'Anywhere HQ' is a voice-activated speakerphone that will let you make and take calls from your mobile phone, while also blocking out spammers.

The conceptual Republic Wireless 'Relay' and 'Anywhere HQ' devices acknowledge how consumers are shifting to require new products beyond smartphones and cellphones to stay connected with one another.
Trend Themes
1. Screen-free Communication - The rise of screen-free communication devices indicates a growing demand for novel ways to communicate without being dependent on smartphones or digital screens.
2. Walkie-talkie-like Devices - The walkie-talkie-inspired design of the Republic Wireless 'Relay' emphasizes the growing interest in user-friendly communication devices featuring simple yet effective features.
3. Voice-activated Speakers - The 'Anywhere HQ' voice-activated speakerphone is an example of technology deliberately designed to merge convenience with functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - The telecommunications industry has the opportunity to disrupt the market by creating more user-friendly devices that cater to screen-free communication trends.
2. Hardware Manufacturing - Hardware manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for simple, efficient, and cost-effective communication devices that do away with excessive features like those found in traditional smartphones.
3. Internet of Things (iot) - IoT industry players can leverage voice-activated speakerphone technology to create innovative products that can perform an array of functions without the need for screens.
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