# Fingerless Concept Phones The Trundlr Cellphone from Sam Stringleman is Designed for Arthritics By Michael Hines | Published 2011-08-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trundlr-cellphone References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/trundlr-cellphone-designed-people-suffering-arthritis/) & [samstringleman](http://www.samstringleman.com/596721/Cellphone/) The Trundlr cellphone is a conceptual mobile phone designed specifically for those with arthritis. Trundlr is designed to be multifunctional and easily navigated with minimal finger movement involved. The Trundlr [cellphone is navigated](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-mobile-technology) via a [floating display screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duo-phone) that sits atop the phone. The screen is controlled using light touches from the palm keeping the fingers safely on the sidelines. The same display that navigates through the phone can be removed and used as a magnifying glass. This may seem like an odd secondary function, but it makes sense considering that the majority of arthritis sufferers are senior citizens. Designers are slowly but surely starting to redesign [everyday items to be more accessible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-mouse-concept) to those with arthritis. It may be only a matter of time before designs like the Trundlr cellphone become commonplace. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Accessible Designs:** There is a growing trend in redesigning everyday items to be more accessible for individuals with arthritis. - **Multifunctional Devices:** The concept of multifunctional devices, like the Trundlr cellphone, caters to specific user needs and enhances user experience. - **Ergonomic Technology:** The development of technology with ergonomic features, such as the Trundlr cellphone's palm-controlled floating display screen, offers new possibilities for improved usability. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore and develop products that cater specifically to individuals with arthritis, offering them more functionality and convenience. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can leverage accessible designs and innovative features of devices like the Trundlr cellphone to improve the lives of individuals with arthritis and other mobility issues. - **Assistive Technology:** The field of assistive technology can utilize concepts like the Trundlr cellphone to create new solutions that address the unique needs of individuals with arthritis. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-mobile-device.md) - [Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handworn-smart-display.md) - [Scroll Wheel Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-phone-15.md) - [Malleable Wearable Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-adaptive-display-concept.md) - [Innovative Size-Changing Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-rizr.md) - [Mini Transparent Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-mini-phone.md) - [Rotating Button Panel Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-one.md) - [Cubic Industrial Phone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-phone-concept.md) - [Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-phone.md)