# Solar-Charging Remote Controls Samsung's Solar Cell Remote Control Takes a Sustainable Route By Amy Duong | Published 2021-01-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-cell-remote References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/samsung-solar-cell-remote-control-ces-2021-201053496.html) Samsung introduces the Solar Cell Remote Control during CES 2021 and it showcases an eco-friendly approach to technology. The control can be powered by both outdoor and indoor lighting, making it versatile. In addition to this, it can also be charged using a simple USB if there is lack of lighting. Samsung states that the remote itself is made from “recycled polyethylene terephtalate" to form 31 grams of plastic. This material makes up 24% of the materials to reduce waste. The tech company also states that this is part of a mission to prevent waste that is caused by a projected 99 million AAA batteries over the course of seven years. In alignment with this, the company is taking steps to elevate its eco-friendly packaging options this year. Image Credit: Samsung ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Technology:** Eco-friendly technology is on the rise as seen through the introduction of Samsung's Solar Cell Remote Control, presenting opportunities to innovate and create sustainable products. - **Solar-powered Devices:** The Solar Cell Remote Control highlights the trend towards solar-powered devices, offering opportunities for innovation in developing more solar-powered products. - **Circular Economy:** Use of recycled material in the construction of the remote control is in line with the trend of circular economy, presenting opportunities to build more products that reduce waste. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The introduction of Samsung's Solar Cell Remote Control shows opportunities for innovation in the consumer electronics industry, particularly in terms of sustainability. - **Renewable Energy:** There are opportunities in the renewable energy industry to capitalize on the trend of solar-powered devices, like Samsung's Solar Cell Remote Control. - **Sustainable Packaging:** As Samsung aims to improve its eco-friendly packaging, the sustainable packaging industry presents opportunities for innovation in more environmentally friendly product packaging. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Remote Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omni-remotes-model-p.md) - [Solar-Powered Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-solar.md) - [Environmentally-Focused TV Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-samsung-neo-qled-tvs.md) - [Eco-Friendly Mobile Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriends.md) - [Solar-Powered Oral Care Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quip-solar-battery-charger.md) - [Solar-Powered Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-door-lock.md) - [Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-ecofriends-collection.md) - [Sustainable Technology Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-x-msftsrep-ecoconscious-collection.md) - [Solar-Powered Wireless Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpt02-sol-headphones.md)