# Folding Smartphone Charger Devices This Wireless Charger Stand Puts Your Device on Display By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-11-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-stand References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/11/22/smartphone-stand-meets-wireless-charger/) Power banks have become essential for smartphone users but are quickly becoming outdated with the advent of wireless charging, so this conceptual wireless charger stand has been designed as a new alternative. Designed by Areum Gu, the device has a [wallet-like design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-bank-wallet) that will allow users to charge their smartphone wherever they are in a wireless manner. The [folding design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qi2certified-15w-maggo-wireless) of the device makes it suitable for use on a flat surface or erected to put your smartphone on display to suit different needs or preferences. The conceptual wireless charger stand is covered in a soft yet tactile material that won't cause any scratches to your smartphone when used, while also making it a stylish solution to use wherever you are. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wireless Charging:** Power banks are becoming outdated with the advent of wireless charging. - **Multifunctional Devices:** Folding designs make devices suitable for use on a flat surface or erected to put your smartphone on display to suit different needs or preferences. - **Stylish Solutions:** Designs with soft yet tactile materials are the way forward for stylish solutions to charge smartphones or other devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** There is a constant need for wireless charging solutions in the consumer electronics industry. - **Promotional Products:** The folding charger stand can be customized and branded making it a popular promotional item for businesses and events. - **Home Decor:** The stylish design of the charger stand can make it an attractive addition to anyone's home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Angled Smartphone Charger Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-concept.md) - [Magnetic Device-Displaying Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniq-hoveo.md) - [Bed-Like Technology Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foam-wireless-charger.md) - [Origami-Style Charger Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicharge-folding-wireless-charger.md) - [Folding Next-Gen Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-qi2-maggo.md) - [Stand-Equipped Smartphone Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strickers-magsafe-power-bank.md) - [Display-Equipped Smart Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-charger.md) - [Compact Foldable Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kuxiu-k1.md) - [Decorative Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tricharge-wireless-charger-concept.md)