# Smartphone Lighting Hybrids Raw Edges Transforms Mobile Devices into Functional Lamps By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-12-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-lighting References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/smart-light-by-raw-edges/) & [raw-edges](http://www.raw-edges.com/) Raw Edges recently released a series of smartphone lighting hybrids that transform one's mobile device into a practical bedside lamp. Titled 'SmartLight', the series features five concepts that will ensure your phone is emitting light while being charged. Inspired by battery charging patterns, the design studio came up with a [bedside phone charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wake-lamp) that is multi-functional. While powering up, one's mobile device, users can transform it into a mini lamp thanks to this [smartphone lighting system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harlowe-sol-5). These [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-trio) charging docks by Raw Edges include spotlight and suction cup inspired concepts that are made using simple materials along with rocking chair and art deco-inspired designs. The simple products will appeal to design enthusiasts with a fascination for practical and transformative products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smartphone Lighting Hybrids:** The trend of smartphone lighting hybrids is emerging, providing opportunities for businesses to create innovative products that transform mobile devices into functional lamps. - **Multi-functional Products:** The rise of multi-functional products, such as the SmartLight series by Raw Edges, presents disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses to combine different functionalities into a single device. - **Practical and Transformative Products:** The growing demand for practical and transformative products, like the smartphone lighting hybrids by Raw Edges, offers businesses the chance to cater to design enthusiasts seeking functional and aesthetically pleasing solutions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Product Design:** The product design industry can tap into the trend of smartphone lighting hybrids to create innovative and visually appealing products that combine charging capabilities with lighting functionality. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can leverage the multi-functional nature of smartphone lighting hybrids to offer consumers practical and stylish lighting solutions that seamlessly integrate with their interior design. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the development of smartphone lighting hybrids to enhance the functionality and user experience of mobile devices, creating unique selling points for their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Charging Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spot-on-charger.md) - [Intentional Disconnection Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/share-power.md) - [Illuminated Charger Design Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/current-concept.md) - [Artistic Tech-Charging Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/combi-table-lamp.md) - [Minimalist High-Tech Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momax.md) - [Illuminating Magnetic Smartphone Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonside-maglight.md) - [Multipurpose Entryway Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-lamp.md) - [Ambient Illumination Tech Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spot-on-wireless-charger.md) - [3-in-1 Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biancinoti.md)