The May 2021 mobile trends tended toward innovations in smartphone technology, app launches, and smartphone accessories. These new products and services enhance the already fast-moving mobile industry, especially in relation to the future of mobile gaming.
One example of this emerging trend is the Sony Xperia 1 III smartphone, which features a high-performance CinemaWide HDR OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The substantial hardware upgrades equip this device to effectively handle the rigors of mobile gaming while offering a stunning visual experience for movies and shows.
Diverging from the mania surrounding mobile technology, Ostrichpillow's Digital Detox Phone Case allows mobile users to disconnect from their devices in order to rest and recharge. The sleek case hosts a comfortable and secure home for mobile devices, empowering users to mindfully enjoy time away from digital screens.
Top 40 Mobile Innovations in May
From Seamless Gamer Smartphones to Digital Detox Phone Cases:
Josh Thompson-Persaud — May 29, 2021 — Tech
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Silicone Smartphone Straps
These New Phone Loops Come in Two Styles
38
Digital Detox Phone Cases
Ostritchpillow's Phone Cases Make Peace and Quiet Possible
37
Next-Gen Folding Smartphone Designs
This Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Concept Has a Bezel-Free Design
36
Next-Gen Mobile Device Renderings
The iPhone 13 VR Concept Consists of Two Devices
35
DSLR-Inspired Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone Concept by Laci Lacko Minimizes Camera Lenses
34
Smartphone-Holding Headphone Cases
The 'AirStand' Works with the AirPods and the iPhone
33
Lavender-Hued 5G Smartphones
The Apple iPhone 12 Now Comes in a Vibrant New Shade
32
Optimized Safety Wireless Chargers
The Belkin Magnetic Wireless Charger is MagSafe-Compatible
31
Food Waste AR Apps
Morton Salt's AR App Provides a Creative Solution to Reducing Kitchen Waste
30
2-in-1 Portable Power Banks
The Chargeworx Power Bank Charges iPhones and Airpods at the Same Time
29
Plant-Based Phone Grips
PopGrip Plant is Made with Corn Starch, Castor Beans and Canola Oil
28
Exclusive Fashion Content Marketing
Rebecca Minkoff Recently Boasted an Official OnlyFans Account
27
Trigger-Style Smartphone Controllers
The OnePlus Gaming Triggers are Low-Cost and Responsive
26
Professional 5G Smartphone Concepts
This BlackBerry Key 3 Offers a Physical Keyboard and More
25
Health-Tracking Smartphone Cases
The Vmed Health Monitoring Smartphone Case Tracks 10 Vitals
24
Weighted Magnetic Smartphone Chargers
TheNomad MagSafe Charger Mount is for the iPhone 12
23
Collaborative Brainstorming Apps
Post-it's Brainstorming Session Feature Supports Virtual Collabs
22
Exclusive Virtual Phone Cases
CASETiFY Created Its First One-of-a-Kind NFT Art Piece
21
AR Foosball Tournaments
EE is Making Wembley Stadium Into a Foosball Table with Augmented Reality
20
Laptop-Attached Smartphone Holders
The 'GliDOCK' Smartphone Dock Attaches the Device onto a Laptop
19
Automated Alignment Wireless Chargers
The 'AimCharge' Wireless Charging Dock Offers 20W of Power
18
5G-Enabled Gaming Smartphones
The Conceptual PlayStation 5G is Feature-Rich
17
Speedy Video Dating
Hinge Video Prompts Lets Matches Join a Video Call
16
Aftermarket Smartphone-Mirroring Devices
The 'Dkooi' Smartphone Mirroring Device is Safety Focused
15
Breathing Excercise Apps
The Breathonics App by Silentmode Strengthens Mental Fitness
14
AI-Powered Photography Apps
The 'AestheticCam' App Helps Users Pinpoint the Best Shot
13
8-Bit Basketball Games
FUJIFILM Printlife Joined with the Raptors to Launch an In-App Game
12
Creative Gen Z-Targeted Phone Ads
Samsung Launched the 'Awesome is For Everyone' Campaign
11
Active Cooling Gamer Smartphones
The Legion Phone Duel 2 is Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
10
Battle Royale Mobile Games
Respawn Revealed its Standalone Mobile Version of Apex Legends
9
Thermal Imaging Smartphone Cameras
The InfiRay T2L Works with Any USB-C Connection
8
Object-Tracking Photography Smartphones
The Sony Xperia 5 III 5G Has the New 3D iToF Sensor
7
Pandemic-Prompted Ride-Hailing Services
Healthcare Workers Can Use the Lyft Pass for Healthcare
6
NFT Offset Initiatives
Aerial Helps Users Offset Their NFT Footprint
5
Seamless Gamer Smartphones
The Sony Xperia 1 III Has an HDR OLED Display with a 120Hz Refresh Rate
4
Digital Wellbeing Features
The 'Heads Up' Safety Feature Keeps Pixel Users Safe While Walking
3
AI Smartphone Keyboard Apps
The New Version of Typewise Uses Artificial Intelligence
2
Premium Podcast Subscription Services
Apple Announces a Monetized Overhaul to its Podcast App
1
Auto-Hibernate OS Updates
Android 12 Will Include Some New Space-Saving Features
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Futuristic Racer Smartphones
The Infinix NOTE 40 Series Racing Edition Honors Race Technology
Textual Quick Charge Smartphones
The Vivo Y100 4G Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Processor
Minimalist Mid-Range Smartphones
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro Has an Elegant Construction
Accessible Industrial Smartphones
The Nothing Phone (2a) Features the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
Folding Fashion-Forward Smartphones
The Honor Magic V3 Comes in Four Designer Color Options
Smartphone-Inspired Accessories
HMD Dropped the Phonecore Range During LFW with Sinead Gorey
High-Performance Gaming Phones
ZTE Nubia's Redmagic 9S Pro
Ring Light-Accented Smartphones
The OPPO F27 5G Has a 6.67-Inch OLED Screen and More
Industrial Cellphone Concepts
The Nokia N90 x Nothing Concept by Viet Doan Duc is Retro and Modern
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones
The Nokia Infinity Pro Concept Has an Elegant Form and Function
Foldable Crease-Free Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE Focuses on Precision Visuals
Intuitive AI Smartphone Models
The Rabbit R2 Smartphone Concept by Shreyansh Onial is Next-Gen
Racing Enthusiast Smartphone Models
The Infinix NOTE 30 VIP Racing Edition Has a Textured Finish
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Color-Infused Glass Smartphones
The Apple iPhone iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Have a 48MP Main Camera
Eye-Friendly E-Ink Smartphones
The Bigme HiBreak Has a Fast Display Refresh Rate
Durable Color-Accurate Smartphones
The Oppo F27 Pro+ Displays a Billion Colors and More
Retro Gaming Phone Cases
The GameBaby Optimizes the iPhone 15 & 16 Pro Max for Mobile Gaming
Videography Smartphone Cases
The 90 Degree Instinct Case Transforms the Samsung Galaxy Flip
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Ultra-Durable Clear Cases
AmazingThing Releases a New 'Titan' Case Series for the iPhone 15
Gorpcore-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
CASETiFY Unveiled the Ultra Bounce Case for the iPhone 16
Durable 5G Business Smartphones
The ThinkPhone 25 Will Be Backed by Updates Through 2029
Modern Digital Detox Boxes
The Stolp x Marie Kondo Emphasizes the Importance of Mindfulness
Flagship Quad-Curved Smartphones
The OnePlus 13 Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Powered Cooling Gaming Smartphones
The REDMAGIC 9 Pro Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
GenAI Flip Phone Campaigns
Motorola's Styled with Moto Features AI-Generated Virtual Models
Triple Foldable Smartphones
Huawei's Mate XT Ultimate Design Folds Into itself Three Times
Triple-Folding Smartphones
The Huawei Mate XT Has an LTPO OLED Screen That Works in Three Modes
Affordable Mobile Gaming Phones
Tecno Mobile's Pova 6 Pro has an Outspoken Gaming-Inspired Design
Micro-Curved Finish Smartphones
The Xiaomi 15 Pro Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Refined Mobile Gamer Smartphones
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Shows Off a Premium Design at CES 2024
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Folding High-Power Smartphone Models
The Huawei Mate X5 Comes in Five Color Options
Nostalgic Flip Phone Concepts
The Nokia N90 by Viet Doan Duc Reimagines a Vintage Design
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Anime-Inspired Smartphones
OnePlus & HoYoverse Unveil the OnePlus 12R Genshin Impact Edition
Pocket Computer Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 16S Concept Reimagines the Aesthetic of the Device
Curved OLED Smartphone Models
The New Motorola Edge Shows Off a New Endless Edge Display
Upcoming Flagship Smartphones
Samsung's S24 Lineup Features Qualcomm's 8 Gen 3 SoC
Retro Repairable Smartphone Models
The HMD Skyline Comes in Neon Pink and Twisted Black Finishes
Retro-Futuristic Cellphone Designs
The Conceptual Noka 7610 5G by AndroidLeo Merges Aesthetics
Expanded Chinese Technology Lines
Xiaomi Debuts a Range of Home and Tech Products for Consumers
Crimson-Tonal Foldable Phones
OnePlus Shares the Open Apex Edition in a Crimson Shadow Colorway
Gaming-Ready Smartphone Models
The Infinix GT 10 Pro Has the MediaTek Dimensity 8050 Processor
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Futuristic Rollable Smartphones
TECNO Mobile's 'Phantom Ultimate' Expands by Rolling Out
Retractable Camera Lens Smartphones
The HUAWEI Pura 70 Ultra Captures Stunning Images and More
High-Power Mobile Gaming Devices
The AYANEO Pocket DMG Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon G3x Gen 2
Camera-Centric Chinese Smartphones
Vivo's 'X100 Pro' Offers Best-In-Class Photography Specs
Refined Minimalist Smartphones
The Sharp AQUOS R9 Features On-Device Generative AI
Pared-Back OLED Phones
The Light Phone III Supports Texting But Not Email or Internet Access
Mixed-Reality Headset Smartphones
The Caviar 'Vision' iPhone 15 Pro is Apple Vision Pro-Inspired
Activewear-Branded Smartphones
The Conceptual Adidas FOG Phone Highlights the Three Stripes Logo
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Artwork-Covered Smartphone Models
The TECNO CAMON 20 X Mr Doodle Edition Has a Whimsical Finish
Chromatic Mid-Range Smartphone Models
The vivo Y36i Has a 6.56-Inch HD+ LCD Screen and More
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones
The LoFone Has an E Ink Kaleido 3 Color Display
Fashion-Forward Flip Smartphones
The Huawei nova Flip Comes in Four Finish Options
Tri-Folding Smartphone Concepts
The TECNO Phantom Ultimate 2 Imagines the Foldable Phone Future
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Textured Quad-Camera Smartphones
This iPhone 17 Concept by Mohamed Mahdy Has an Industrial Form
Feature-Rich Jewel-Like Smartphones
The HONOR 90 Smartphone Has a 200MP Main Camera Lens
Flexible Folding Concept Phone
Samsung's Flex in & Out Flip is a Bending Phone Concept
Sustainable Future-Proof Smartphones
The Fairphone 5 is Backed By a Five-Year Warranty and More
Adaptable AI-Enabled Smartphones
The Conceptual Play T 1 Foldable Phone is ChatGPT-Connected
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Durable Folding Flagship Smartphones
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 Has an 8.02-Inch Foldable AMOLED
Flipping Multi-Display Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Puts the Flex Window in Focus
Social Media-Free Flip Phones
The HMD Barbie Phone Fuses Nostalgic Style with Digital Wellness
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Angular Flagship Smartphone Models
The Xiaomi 14 and 14 Pro Have the Latest Qualcomm Processor
Multifunctional Smartphone Cases
TORRAS Designs the New UPRO Cases for the iPhone 15s
360-Degree Antenna Smartphones
The iQOO Neo9 Comes in Two Models with Wet Hand Control
Flipping High-Power Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is Slimmer, Tougher and Lighter
Paper-Like Display Smartphones
The TCL 50 NxtPaper and 50 Pro NxtPaper are Easy on the Eyes
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Off-Grid Projector-Packed Smartphones
The TANK 3 Pro Has a 120Hz DLP Projector Inside
Flagship Quad-Sensor Smartphones
The OnePlus 12 Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor
Innovative Size-Changing Phones
Motorola's 'Rizr' Dynamically Expands via a Rollable Screen
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Rugged Mobile Device Collections
These Samsung Tactical Edition Products are Pro-Grade
High-Fashion Flip Phones
Samsung x Maison Margiela Collaborated on the Galaxy Z Flip 5s
Luxe Leather Smartphone Cases
Mujjo Unveils the Full Leather Wallet Case for iPhones
Android-Powered Handheld Systems
AYANEO Debuts its Second Android Handheld, the Pocket S
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
Game Console-Inspired Phones
Nothing Announced the Phone (2a) Special Edition with a Unique Design
Flip Phone-Inspired Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro is Limited-Edition
Inaugural Foldable Smartphone Designs
The Infinix ZERO Flip is Tech-Forward and Versatile
Ocular Support Smartphones
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER is a CES 2024 Innovation Optimized for Human Eyes
Midrange AI Productivity Smartphones
The Google Pixel 8a is Powered by the Tensor G3 Processor
Embossed Branding Smartphones
The Huawei nova 12 Series Smartphones Will Come in Three Models
Ultra-Bright Flagship Smartphones
The Meizu 21 Offers Support for 80W Fast Charging and More
Rollable Phone Screen Patents
Huawei has Filed Patents for an Upcoming Rollable Smartphone Display
Antihero-Inspired Phone Accessories
HMD Celebrates the New Venom Film with the Smart Outfits
Triple-Camera Gamer Smartphones
The iQOO 12 and 12 Pro Feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Curvaceous Color-Changing Smartphones
The vivo V29e Has an Elegant, Dual-Tone Color Design
Stealthy Modern Luxe Smartphones
The Infinix Note 40 Smartphone Has Ultra-Fast Charging
Foldable Flagship Smartphone Models
The OnePlus Open Prioritizes Mobile Productivity
Silicone-Covered Leather-Like Smartphones
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier Has Gorilla Glass 5 and More
Omni-Compatible Magnetic Phone Grips
The Latest PopSockets MagSafe Phone Grips are Intuitive
Automatically-Expanding Phone Screens
Vivo and Transsion are Planning the First Rollable Phone
Sleek Aftermarket Smartphone Accessories
The Moment x Galaxy S24 Ultra Accessories are Stylish
Designer Productivity Smartphones
The Oppo K11 Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G Processor
AI-Enhanced Foldable Smartphones
TECNO Introduces the PHANTOM V Flip 2 with New Features
Paper-Like Display Smartphones
These New TCL Smartphones Prioritize Eye Comfort
Large-Screen Android Devices
Ayaneo's 'Pocket EVO' Features a 7" 120hz OLED Panel
Textured Clamshell Flip Smartphones
The TECNO PHANTOM V Flip 5G Has a Circular Exterior Display
Collaboration Artistic Smartphone Cases
These Samsung Galaxy Accessories Showcase Emerging Artists
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Foldable Book-Style Smartphones
The vivo X Fold3 Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor
Transforming Productivity Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Has a 7.6-Inch Display
Accessible Folding Smartphone Models
The nubia Flip 5G Showed Off a Snappy Aesthetic at MWC 2024
Mobile-First Gaming Controllers
The SCUF Nomad Enhances Comfort and Performance for Mobile Gamers
Eye-Tracking Interface Smartphones
The Honor Magic 6 Will Feature the Magic Capsule Technology
Rubber-Edged Phone Cases
Apple Releases a Series of New Phone Cases with 'FineWoven' Materials
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Modular Mobile Phones
The HMD Fusion Features Swappable Components with Different Features
Metallic Unibody Smartphones
The OnePlus Nord 4 Comes in Three Metal-Matching Colors
Illuminated Leather Smartphone Technologies
Infinix 3D Lighting Leather Brightens Device Edges
Sporty Smartphone Partnerhips
Vivo Unveiled Its V30 Series Smartphones at UEFA EURO 2024™
Gamer-Centric Mobile Phones
The ROG Phone 9 is Designed to Offer a Lag-Free Experience
Refined Elegance Flip Smartphones
The OPPO Find N3 Flip Has an Elegant and Intuitive Design
Vegan Leather Smartphone Cases
Amanda Chan Designs the Protective Lyden Duo Series
Distraction-Free Flip Phones
Consumer Cellular Unveils its 'Shot on Flip Phone' Campaign
Edgeless Display Smartphones
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo Has a pOLED Display and More
Multifunctional Stealthy Phone Cases
The Ostand Spin by TORRAS Enhances the Phone's Stability
Foldable Oversized Display Smartphones
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Has an Eight-Inch Main Display
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Colorful Slab Performance Smartphones
Google Introduces its New Pixel 9 Smartphone Series
Expansive Display Android Smartphones
The Honor Play 50 Plus Comes in an Array of Colors
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Productivity-Supporting Smartphones
The iQOO Z9 Has 8GB of RAM That Can be Doubled via Software
Masterful Photography Smartphones
The Sony Xperia 5 V Features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Rugged Multimedia Smartphone Models
The TANK 3S Boasts a 100-Lumen 120Hz DLP Projector
Premium Camera-Intact Smartphones
The Xperia 5 V Phone is Designed with a 52-Megapixel Sensor