# Solar Powered Cell Phones Eco Moto? By Bamboo Magazine | Published 2007-04-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-cell-phones-eco-moto References: [crunchgear](http://crunchgear.com/2007/04/22/patent-monkey-lcd-solar-cell-smart/) [Motorola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-moto-smartphones) recently received a patent on a technology for combining an LCD screen and a solar cell on a wireless device. The conductive film on new solar cells is the same as the material used on new flat panel LCD televisions, enabling a convergence of sorts while potentially addressing the longstanding problem of [cell phone battery life](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-g57-power). The technology is not yet fully developed nor is it cost-effective for cell phone manufacturers, however, we may soon be able to charge our phones while soaking up the sun. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Solar-powered Wireless Devices:** Motorola's patent on combining LCD screens and solar cells opens up opportunities for developing solar-powered cell phones and other wireless devices. - **Convergence of Solar Technology and LCD Screens:** The convergence of solar technology and LCD screens presents an innovative solution to improve cell phone battery life and reduce reliance on conventional charging methods. - **Cost-effective Solar Cell Technology:** The development of cost-effective solar cell technology for cell phone manufacturing could revolutionize the mobile industry by offering sustainable and eco-friendly power sources. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Technology:** The mobile technology industry stands to benefit from the integration of solar cell technology into wireless devices, potentially enhancing battery life and reducing environmental impact. - **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy industry can explore the application of solar cell technology beyond traditional solar panels, tapping into the booming market of wireless devices and enhancing their environmental sustainability. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can seize the opportunity to develop solar-powered devices, such as cell phones, that provide an eco-friendly and efficient alternative to conventional battery charging methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-clipse-2.md) - [Ultra-Bright Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-moto-smartphones.md) - [Self-Closing Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-smartphone-charger.md) - [Solar-Powered Remote Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omni-remotes-model-p.md) - [Solar-Powered Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpt02-sol.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Lunar Material-Based Solar Cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-dust.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)