# Ergonomic Device-Holding Pillows This Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow Folds Up Compactly By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-neck-pillow References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2016/02/16/memory-foam-travel-neck-pillow-2/121860) & [amzn](http://amzn.com/B015JB0C16) The prevalence of airplane and train travel means effective solutions for getting rest on the transportation solutions is key, which the Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow enables without fuss. U-shaped in design and capable of collapsing into a small form factor when not in use, the pillow is crafted with [visco-elastic foam that provides support](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapeutic-pillow) yet is compact when needed. The design materials used to create the Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow mean it won't allow germs to infiltrate the design which makes it a cleaner option to other designs. The pillow features a device pocket on the side to enable users to listen to music or [white noise during rest periods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeris-1-eye-massager) to ensure they can rest during their trip. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ergonomic Travel Accessories:** Opportunity for innovative products that provide comfort and support during travel. - **Compact Design Solutions:** Opportunity for creating designs that can fold up or collapse into a small form factor for easy storage and transportation. - **Hygienic Travel Products:** Opportunity for developing cleaner and germ-resistant products for travel purposes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Travel Accessories:** Opportunity for manufacturing companies to create innovative, ergonomic products tailored for travelers. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for designers and engineers to develop compact and versatile designs for various applications. - **Health and Wellness:** Opportunity for companies in the health and wellness industry to create hygienic and germ-resistant products for travel and relaxation purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Posture-Aligned Travel Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeper-hold-travel-pillow.md) - [Face-First Flight Rest Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rest-aid.md) - [Neck-Safe Travel Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabeau-tne-s3.md) - [Customized Compressible Camp Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-pillow.md) - [Two-In-One Neck Pillows Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neck-pillow-lounge.md) - [Packable Camp Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packable-camp-pillow.md) - [Multi-Purpose Travel Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-travel-pillow-system.md) - [Customizable Pocket Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sururu-pillow-p17.md) - [Wrapping Posture Support Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-travel-pillow.md)