# WiFi Skype Phone, Net Browser & Messenger Sony Mylo 2 (CES 2008) By Ben Preiss | Published 2008-01-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-mylo-2 References: [newlaunches](http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sony_mylo_reloaded_the_new_version_is_here.php) & [pcmag](http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2704,2245761,00.asp) The Sony Mylo 2 is a WiFi dependent device, so if you're not near a lot of hot spots (college campus, city, etc), it won't work too well. On the other hand, if you are, you then have the ability to make [Skype](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dial-anyone) calls and surf the web using the Mylo's hi-res screen and slide-out keyboard, which might make this gadget very attractive to a lot of people. **Implications** - The Mylo communicator comes equipped with Adobe Flash Lite 3 software, so you will have access to video sites such as [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiophone-prima-4g). You can also download and upload items as well as take pictures. The Mylo communicator has a 1.3-megapixel camera, instant messaging applications and a "[Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-portal-go) notifier" that lets you know when you have an update. The nifty gadget comes with 1GB of internal memory and will be able to play and store all of your favorite tunes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 93% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wifi-enabled Devices:** There's an opportunity to create WiFi-reliant gadgets that provide users convenient access to web services and communication tools. - **Integrated Applications:** Developing gadgets with applications like Adobe Flash Lite 3 with the ability to access sites like YouTube and social media platforms can be an opportunity for developers. - **Smart Communicators:** Incorporating instant messaging apps and camera feature, among others, in personal communication devices like the Sony Mylo 2 can be promising in attracting wider target audience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tech Industry:** The tech world can further improve WiFi-enabled devices, integrated apps, and smart communicators for a more seamless and diverse user experience. - **Mobile Industry:** There's an opportunity for the mobile industry to incorporate WiFi-reliant gadgets with existing devices for better convenience and efficiency. - **Social Media Industry:** Social media providers can collaborate with gadget developers to incorporate their platforms to new devices to keep users engaged while on the go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hands-Free Communication Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milo.md) - [Sleek Holographic Communication Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-communication-device.md) - [Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-mobile-device.md) - [Card-Sized AI Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindone-smartphone.md) - [Tactile Keyboard Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communicator.md) - [Portable Media Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-media-player.md) - [Voice-First Web Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexacom.md) - [Earbud-Equipped Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-5710-xpressaudio.md) - [Hotspot-Enabled Productivity Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surface-laptop-5g.md)