Using a smartphone from bed has become commonplace for many consumers but is causing sleep disturbances as individuals find themselves unable to disconnect, so products like the 'LoomyLoomy' are being designed to help with this issue.
Designed by Alex Dumler, the unit works by being positioned on a bedside table or nightstand and will immediately go to work by having a smartphone slid into the base. The Qi-enabled design will power up the smartphone, while the reflective upper section will communicate with users through light; this is achieved using the companion app that will let them know when it's time to sleep, when it's time to wake up and more.
The 'LoomyLoomy' could work to reduce the instance of unnecessary smartphone use before bed and thus increase the quality of sleep.
Anti-Smartphone Bedside Chargers
The 'LoomyLoomy' Powers Devices and Communicates with Light
Trend Themes
1. Smartphone Bedside Chargers - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop bedside chargers that automatically limit smartphone usage before bed to promote better sleep.
2. Qi-enabled Charging Devices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create charging devices that use Qi technology to wirelessly power smartphones and other devices.
3. Light-based Communication - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate light-based communication systems into products to provide non-intrusive alerts and notifications.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture anti-smartphone bedside chargers for the consumer electronics market.
2. Health and Wellness - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products that promote healthy sleep habits, such as Qi-enabled bedside chargers.
3. Smart Home - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate light-based communication technology into smart home devices for seamless communication with users.