# Self-Closing Smartphone Mounts The Smart Car Life 'Marvo' Solar Smartphone Charger Streamlines Use By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-10-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-smartphone-charger References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/solar-phone-charger-14-10-2022/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smartcarlife/phone-mount-never-without-electricity?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=9045500e&ref=92jvxd)  The Smart Car Life 'Marvo' solar smartphone charger unit is a [vehicle mount](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-car-charger) for drivers looking to streamline access to their mobile device when in the car. The mount maintains an intuitive construction that works with a range of different vehicle models and works with a solar panel in the top section to keep it working. This will allow the [self-tightening functionality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-wireless-car-charger) to work seamlessly at all times without the need for conventional power access. The Smart Car Life 'Marvo' solar smartphone charger has a [magnetic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultracharge-magnetic-charger-25w) to function seamlessly and is crafted using a series of high-quality components. This includes aluminum, zinc alloy and aluminosilicate glass to ensure it's ready to stand the test of time in the car cabin. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Self-closing Smartphone Mounts:** The trend towards solar-powered, magnetic smartphone mounts for vehicles creates opportunities for further development of self-tightening and intuitive functionality. - **In-vehicle Solar Charging Stations:** The trend towards solar-powered smartphone mounts in vehicles creates opportunities for in-vehicle charging stations powered by renewable energy sources. - **High-quality Materials in Car Accessories:** The trend towards high-quality components in smartphone mounts for vehicles creates opportunities for innovation in the use of durable and sustainable materials in car accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Accessories:** The automotive accessories industry can capitalize on the trend towards solar-powered, magnetic smartphone mounts that offer intuitive and convenient smartphone access. - **Renewable Energy:** Renewable energy industries can capitalize on the trend towards in-vehicle solar charging stations available through smartphone mounts for vehicles. - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Smartphone manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards high-quality materials in smartphone mounts for vehicles by developing products that feature durable and sustainable components. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Adjusting Smartphone Car Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totallee-wireless-car-charger.md) - [Minimalist Vehicular Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-charge-mount.md) - [Magnetic Wireless Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iottie-velox.md) - [Magnetic Automotive Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-613-magnetic-wireless-charger.md) - [Automotive Wireless Phone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automotive-wireless-phone-charger.md) - [Wireless Charging Auto Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-vent-mount.md) - [Flexible Magnetic Car Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dashboard-charger.md) - [Wireless Phone-Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qi2-wireless-car-charger.md) - [Suctioning Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-vacuum-suction-holder.md)