Thought to be one of the latest 'it' phone, the Samsung SCH-220 is a $650 slider phone available only in Korea. The phone has been affectionately dubbed the Mini Skirt phone.
The design of the phone emphasizes a minimalism concept with a touch screen and most of the buttons easily hidden by the slider. The phone is just 10.9mm thick and it features a reflective mirror coating. It's available in three colors - white, garnet red, and sapphire blue.
The Mini Skirt phone also features a 2 megapixel camera, MP3 player, bluetooth and an electronic dictionary.
Samsung SCH-C220
Anycall Mini Skirt Phone
Trend Themes
1. Minimalism Concept Phones - New designs that emphasize minimalism and hide most buttons could disrupt the phone industry by creating a sleeker look and easier interface.
2. Reflective Coating Trend - The use of reflective mirror coatings in phones can create a more unique and luxurious look, offering an opportunity for innovative design and materials.
3. Color Variety in Phones - More color options for phones such as the Samsung SCH-C220 may become a trend in the industry as it gives consumers more diversity in phone choices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics Industry - With the high demand for new phone designs, companies within the consumer electronics industry must strive to innovate and create cutting-edge products to remain competitive.
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