These mobile design innovations range from female-centric mobile devices to gaming smartphone concepts that are modeled after retro Nintendo controllers. In addition to a handful of affordable, durable and luxe smartphones, other standouts include compact or minimalist devices that are specifically designed to promote privacy or to discourage too much screen time in today's digitally obsessed world.
A notable example is the Kickstarter-funded 'Janus One' model that boasts a retro and button-accented interface. Rather than allowing for mobile gaming and app access, the device offers durability and is equipped with the bare essentials -- calling and texting capabilities that keep communication brief and specific.
When examining smartphone features like buttons or LCD displays, standouts include wrap-around screens that are not only flexible but also more versatile and durable than traditional designs. Additionally, customizable smartphone button stickers and hands-free phone controllers make communication easier and ensure that drivers aren't distracted while behind the wheel.
75 Mobile Design Innovations
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Wraparound LCD Displays
This Flexible LCD Display Can Be Wrapped Around Your Wrist
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All-Screen Smartphone Concepts
Apple Has Published a Patent for an All-Screen iPhone
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Super Slick Smartphones
The Phone Designer Surface Phone Has a Crisp Look to Match Clean Operation
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Luxurious Presidential Smartphones
This iPhone is Decorated with a Gold Encrusted Vladimir Putin
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Minimalist Functionality Phones
This Minimalist Phone Give You Basic Functions with a Sleek Design
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Credit Card-Sized Phones
The Aeku M5 Micro Phone Features Low Radiation Levels When Used
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Simplified Smartphone Cases
The 'EziSmart' Features Enlarged Buttons and an Emergency Function
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Minimized Mobile Phones
This Slim and Compact Phone Actually Sheds the Most Hi-Tech Features
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Curved-Screen Smartphones
This Chinese Smartphone Features Ridiculously High Processing Power
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Foldable Flip Smartphones
The Oppo Concept Flip Phone Revives the Former Design With Modern Tech
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Powerfully Petite Smartphones
The Posh Mobile Micro X S240 is a Small Android Phone with Power
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Sleek Budget Smartphones
The Lenovo Vibe K5 and K5 Plus Appeal to Bargain Smartphone Buyers
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Next Generation Smartphones
The Apple iPhone 6s and 6s Plus Phones Contain Many New Features
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Flexible Bracelet Smartphones
Chinese Company Moxi Group Will Sell the First Bendable Smartphone
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Digital Detox Smartphones
This Simplified Smartphone Has No Screen or Apps
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Ultra-Secure Smartphones
The GranitePhone Encrypts Your Phone Calls, Chats and Contacts
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Revolutionary Flexible Phones
This Foldable Smartphone from Samsung Bends in Half Without Breaking
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Affordable Luxury Smartphones
The ZTE Blade V7 and V7 Lite are the Cheaper Successors to the Axon
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Rebooted Mid-Range Smartphones
The HTC One A9 Gives You Freedom of Functionality
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Privacy-Focused Smartphones
This Private Mobile Features Secure Apps and Encrypted Messaging
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Revised Flagship Smartphones
This New LG Smartphone Features an Improved Processor Unit
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Unobtrusive Waterproof Smartphone Cases
The Evo Xplorer Offers Dust, Shock and Dropping Protection
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High-Performance Smartphones
The Motorola X Style (Pure Edition) Has An Improved Screen Size
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Fingerprint-Scanning Smartphones
Leaked Sony's Xperia Z5 Images Highlight a High Camera Quality
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Internationally Affordable Smartphones
Obi's Worldphone Appeals to Millennials Around the World
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Transparent-Back Smartphones
This Modified Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Has Its Innards Exposed
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Flexible Smartphone Screens
The Galaxy X Cellular Will Feature a Fully Pliable Exterior
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Crystal-Clear Smartphones
This Huawei Smartphone's Screen Lets You View Content With Clarity
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Customizable Phone Button Stickers
Dimple Adds Four Custom Buttons to Your Android
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Endless Storage Smartphones
Nextbits' Cloud Storage Smartphone Provides Infinite Space
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Rapid-Processing Smartphones
Meizu's New High-End Smartphone Comes With 6 GB of RAM
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Gaming Smartphone Concepts
'Nintendo Plus' is a Smartphone and Gaming Console Hybrid
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Lasting Titanium Smartphones
The Gresso Radical Has a Strong and Extremely Durable Titanium Body
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Senior-Targeted Smartphones
This Fujitsu Smartphone is Providing Easier Access to Communication
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Digitized Radio Smartphones
This New LG Smartphone Supports DAB+ Radio Formats
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Pressure-Activated Phone Interfaces
Apple's 3D Touch Tech Lets Users Access Features With a Tap
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Bejewelled Gold Smartphones
This Gold Smartphone is an iPhone SE Transformed By Goldgenie
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Self-Charging Phones
Nikola Labs Charges Itself by Collecting & Converting Radio Frequencies
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Cost-Effective Smartphones
The Zuk Z2 Smartphone is Available in China for Approximately $270
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Glimmering Gilded Smartphones
Goldgenie Has Given the Samsung Galaxy S7 the Midas Touch
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Sleek Expandable Smartphones
The Oppo R9 and R9 Plus Feature Fast Charge Technology and More
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VR Smartphone Platforms
Google Daydream is an Android Version That's Optimized for VR
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Multifunctional Smartphone Buttons
The TAP Device is an NFC Tag Allowing for a Multitude of Uses
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Simplified Senior Smartphones
Zilta is a Phone for the Elderly That Makes Communication Easy
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Sleek Ultra-Secure Smartphones
The Sirin 'SOLARIN' Smartphone Protects Against Cyber Attacks
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Buoyant Waterproof Phones
The 'Comet' Device Boasts Floating Capabilities When Submerged in Water
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Button-Less Smartphone Concepts
Nokia's Normandy Android Interface Leaked at CES 2014
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Ultra-Durable Smartphones
The MD501 by DeWalt is a Smartphone Designed for Tough Environments
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Fingerprint-Accessed Mobile Interfaces
Android 6.0 Marshmallow Uses Fingertip Authentication
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Pint-Sized Smartphones
The New iPhone SE is a Smaller and More Affordable Smartphone Option
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Curved-Edge Metallic Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Has a Metal Frame and Glass Back
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Ultra-Rapid Smartphones
The Lumia 950 Blends Speedy Functioning With Slick Design
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Rapid-Processing Smartphones
The Vernee Apollo Lite Smartphone is Designed For Glitch-Free Use
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Selfie-Focused Smartphones
The Sony Xperia XA Ultra Features a Hi-Res and Large-Scale Front Camera
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Low-Cost Premium Smartphones
The Meizu M3 Note is Packed with Lots of Features at a Low Price
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Compact Budget Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini is a Capable Yet Affordable New Device
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Swiveling Camera Smartphones
The Oppo N3 Smartphone Has Motorized Selfie Camera
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Curved-Screen Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Features a Curved Glass Back
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Stimulating Baby Phones
The VTech Touch and Swipe is a Smartphone For Babies and Toddlers
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Holographic Phone Displays
HoloFlex Created a One-of-a-Kind 3D Phone Using Holographs
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Premium Affordable Smartphones
The Meizu M3 is Set to be Available in China for $92
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Amplifier-Inspired Smartphones
The Marshall London is Targeted Towards Musicians and Audiophiles
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Metal Bezel Smartphones
This Motorola Smartphone Concept Sees the Device Embrace Larger Size
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Tactile Smartphone Designs
This Concept ASUS Diverges From the Minimalist Mobile Movement
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Comprehensive Chinese Smartphones
This OnePlus Smartphone Features Expansive Storage Capabilities
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TV Content-Streaming Smartphones
The Asus Zenfone Go TV Smartphone Device Features a TV Tuner
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Affordable Minimalist Smartphones
The Nokia 230 Targets Consumers in Developing Markets
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Enhanced RAM Smartphones
The LeEco Le Max 2 is a New Smartphone with 6GB of RAM
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Developing Market Smartphones
The LG K Series Entry-Level Smartphones Offers Affordable Usage
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Speedy Waterproof Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy S7 is an Advanced Smartphone Ready for Action
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Shoestring Budget Smartphones
The Microsoft Lumia 550 Can Be Yours For Only $140
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Upgraded Budget Smartphones
Lenovo's New Moto G Phones Offer Top-Notch Features For Low Cost
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Female-Focused Smartphones
The Cyrcle Smartphone is Intended to Appeal to Women
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Gesture Control Smartphones
The ZTE Blade S6 Offers Solid Specs at a Budget Price
Related Ideas
Premium Retro Mobile Phones
Nokia Presents the Nokia 150 and Nokia 130 as 'Dumb Phones'
Value-Conscious Low-Cost Smartphones
The itel S23+ Offers the Latest Features for Less
Futuristic Racer Smartphones
The Infinix NOTE 40 Series Racing Edition Honors Race Technology
Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs
The Conceptual 'JUSTWATCH' by Jacek Janiczak is Feature-Rich
Enhanced Mobile Game Controllers
Backbone Released its 2nd-Generation Suite of Bumper Controllers
Hybrid Low-Power Smartwatches
The Conceptual 'Ksana' Hybrid Smartwatch has an E Ink Display
Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones
The Nokia Infinity Pro Concept Has an Elegant Form and Function
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Shoulder Button-Equipped Phones
The Redmagic 8 Pro has High-Speed Shoulder Triggers for Gaming
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Action Button Smartphone Cases
The 'BANG!CASE' Expands Smartphone Productivity
Folding Fashion-Forward Smartphones
The Honor Magic V3 Comes in Four Designer Color Options
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
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi Ultra Mobile Gaming Controller is Responsive
Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers
The Samsung Shortcut Sneaker Can Perform Five On-Device Actions
Intuitive AI Smartphone Models
The Rabbit R2 Smartphone Concept by Shreyansh Onial is Next-Gen
Color-Infused Glass Smartphones
The Apple iPhone iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Have a 48MP Main Camera
Compact Gamepad Designs
99 City 8's Gamepad Concept Boasts a Hint of Playful Color
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
3D-Printed Modular Phone Cases
The Modular Sliding System Pushes Creative Boundaries
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
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Digital Detox Phone Concepts
Andrea Mangone Boasts a Minimalist Foldable Phone
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Console-Style Smartphone Controllers
The GameSir G8 Galileo Works on Android and iOS Devices
Millennium-Inspired Cellphones
These New Nokia Phones are Nostalgic with Modern Features
GenAI Flip Phone Campaigns
Motorola's Styled with Moto Features AI-Generated Virtual Models
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Retro-Inspired Handheld Concepts
AYANEO Announced the 'Pocket DMG' as Part of its 'REMAKE' Line
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Retro Smartphone Music Systems
The Conceptual 'RE:PLAY' Smartphone Music Player is Nostalgic
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
Multifunctional Handheld Gaming Devices
The Unihertz Jelly Star is an Adorable Smartphone
Nostalgic Flip Phone Concepts
The Nokia N90 by Viet Doan Duc Reimagines a Vintage Design
High-End Phone Gaming Controllers
Backbone Changed the Packaging for its Backbone One V2
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
Geometric Gamer Laptop Concepts
This Conceptual Dell Gaming Laptop Series by Wei-Yi Li is Stylish
Curved OLED Smartphone Models
The New Motorola Edge Shows Off a New Endless Edge Display
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Tactile Vehicle Key Fobs
This Conceptual Car Key Fob by Zander De Beer is Ergonomic
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
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
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
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Sleek Smartphone Stylus
The Moto G Stylus 5G Features Upgraded Sensitivity and Software
Artwork-Covered Smartphone Models
The TECNO CAMON 20 X Mr Doodle Edition Has a Whimsical Finish
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Minimal Phone Interfaces
Minimis Launcher Hopes to Reduce Distractions and Screen Time
Mappable Button-Equipped Phones
The Redmi K50 Features Two Mappable Shoulder Buttons
Minimalist Phone Home Screens
Dumbify Offers a Minimal Interface to Reduce Digital Distractions
Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones
The LoFone Has an E Ink Kaleido 3 Color Display
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
Fashion-Forward Flip Smartphones
The Huawei nova Flip Comes in Four Finish Options
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
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Horizontal Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO is Android-Powered
Compact Jelly Smartphones
Jelly Star is the World's Smallest Android 13 Smartphone
Contemporary Smartphone Exhibitions
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs 'The World in My Hand'
Compact 5G Smartphones
Unihertz's Jelly Max is a High-Performance, Palm-Sized Device
Multifunctional Smartphone Cases
TORRAS Designs the New UPRO Cases for the iPhone 15s
Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual iPhone Vision by Antonio De Rosa is Robust
360-Degree Antenna Smartphones
The iQOO Neo9 Comes in Two Models with Wet Hand Control
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
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
MP3 Player Smartphone Wallpapers
These iPod Wallpapers Transform the iPhone into a Retro Device
Android-Powered Handheld Systems
AYANEO Debuts its Second Android Handheld, the Pocket S
Game Console-Inspired Phones
Nothing Announced the Phone (2a) Special Edition with a Unique Design
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
Flip Phone-Inspired Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Retro is Limited-Edition
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Speaker-Centric Smartphones
The Music Phone by Nubia has Two Headphone Jacks and a Large Speaker
Demure Specialty Smartphone Models
The Huawei Mate 60 RS Ultimate Design Comes in Two Finishes
Rollable Phone Screen Patents
Huawei has Filed Patents for an Upcoming Rollable Smartphone Display
Folded Mouse Design Concepts
NAK Studio Presents the Portable Folded Mouse Concept
Social Media-Free Flip Phones
The HMD Barbie Phone Fuses Nostalgic Style with Digital Wellness
Curvaceous Color-Changing Smartphones
The vivo V29e Has an Elegant, Dual-Tone Color Design
Inclusive Smartphone Control Devices
The 'Matrix5' Assistive Key Device by Aerum Gu is Tactile
Industrial Folding Mouse Designs
The Conceptual Emergency Foldable Mouse is Angular
Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones
Andrea Mangone Designs the Minimal 0/1 Phone
Foldable Flagship Smartphone Models
The OnePlus Open Prioritizes Mobile Productivity
Automatically-Expanding Phone Screens
Vivo and Transsion are Planning the First Rollable Phone
Metallic Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 3+ Metal Edition Has an Android-Powered System
eSports-Grade Mobile Controllers
The GameSir X4 Aileron Puts Console-Style Controls on Smartphones
Miniature Haptic Communicators
ONECOM's FINTIN V1 is a CES 2024 Innovation Award Winner
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
Smartphone Keyboard Accessories
Clicks is a Physical Keyboard for the iPhone Debuting at CES 2024
Joystick-Focused Gaming Handhelds
The GameMT E6 Plus Places Emphases on its Dual-Stick Design
Foldable Gaming Controller Concepts
The Swift Game Controller Concept Makes it Easily Portable
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
Expandable Mobile Gaming Controllers
abxylute's S9 Controller Enables Cloud Gaming on Phones
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Controllers
The INVZI Mytrix is MFi Certified and High-Quality
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Tactical Smartphone Accessories
The PUI Series Creates a Unique Way to Interact with Phones
Transparent LED-Accented Smartphones
The Nothing Phone (2) Has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Magenta-Hued Flip Phones
The Motorola razr+ Comes in Pantone's 2023 Color of the Year
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Retro-Inspired Mechanical Keyboards
AZIO Introduces a Juxtaposing Tactile Keyboard Design
Illuminated Leather Smartphone Technologies
Infinix 3D Lighting Leather Brightens Device Edges
Refined Elegance Flip Smartphones
The OPPO Find N3 Flip Has an Elegant and Intuitive Design
Retro Phone-Inspired Label Makers
102 Design Lab Presents the Vintage Phone Labeling Machine
Distraction-Free Flip Phones
Consumer Cellular Unveils its 'Shot on Flip Phone' Campaign
Inclusive Modular Controllers
Aiden Schutte Designs the Inclusive Free Play Controller Concept
Rugged Multimedia Smartphone Models
The TANK 3S Boasts a 100-Lumen 120Hz DLP Projector
Classes-Free AI-Powered Tablets
The Pad 3D II by Nubia is Showcased at MWC This Year
Retro-Chic Nostalgic Flip Phones
HMD and Mattel Join Forces on a Bright Pink Barbie Phone
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Expansive Display Android Smartphones
The Honor Play 50 Plus Comes in an Array of Colors
Colorful Slab Performance Smartphones
Google Introduces its New Pixel 9 Smartphone Series