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Top 90 Mobile Trends in September

From Nature-Friendly Smartphones to Flexible Phone Designs

— September 30, 2018 — Tech
The September 2018 mobile trends present an eclectic list that embraces functional innovations, improvements in design aesthetics, creative marketing initiatives and helpful techy add-ons.

Samsung teamed up with contemporary Swedish label Axel Arigato which ultimately extended the smartphone brand into the fashion industry with an alluring editorial, featuring Kanye collaborator Teyana Taylor and Korean model Wooseok Lee. The theme of the photoshoot is see-through fashion and it features the new transparent Samsung Galaxy S9.

California-based tech company Royole's flexible phone design is one of the most noteworthy products featured in the September 2018 mobile list. The prototype of the device boasts some impressive and promising properties. To be debuted at IFA 2018, Royole's bendable design enables the phone to be used traditionally or wrapped around a wrist like a smartwatch.
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Responsive Customer Service Holines
Responsive Customer Service Holines
T-Mobile's 'Team of Experts' Offers 24/7 support
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89
Durable Digital Professional SSDs
Durable Digital Professional SSDs
The Samsung X5 Portable SSD Supports Peak Data Transfer Speeds
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88
Telecom-Backed 5G Smartphones
Telecom-Backed 5G Smartphones
Sprint and LG will Bring a New 5G Smartphone to the Market in 2019
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87
Optimized Language Education Apps
Optimized Language Education Apps
'Mandarin Hero' Helps Users Quickly Improve Their Skills
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86
Biometric Screen Smartphones
Biometric Screen Smartphones
The Oppo R17 Pro Boasts a Fingerprint Scanner in the Display
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85
Expense-Tracking AI Programs
Expense-Tracking AI Programs
Tradeshift Go Reduces Expense Fraud for Medium-Sized Businesses
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84
Vibrant Geometric Smartphones
Vibrant Geometric Smartphones
The Wild-Type Color Series Smartphones Come in Three Shape Options
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83
Aftermarket Voice Assistant Devices
Aftermarket Voice Assistant Devices
The MYRIANN Google Home Portable Battery Case is Convenient
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82
AI Lawn Care Assistants
AI Lawn Care Assistants
LawnTap's 'Gaia' is a Helpful Artificial Intelligence Bot
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81
Dual Digital Storytelling Campaigns
Dual Digital Storytelling Campaigns
Movistar's Perspectives Campaign Raises Awareness of Bullying
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80
Audio Workout Apps
Audio Workout Apps
'ClassPass Go' Offers Premium-Quality Fitness Classes for Free
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79
Time-Monitoring App Tools
Time-Monitoring App Tools
Instagram and Facebook's Activity Dashboard Breaks Down Time Consumption
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78
Productive Rollable Tablet Designs
Productive Rollable Tablet Designs
The 'MagicScroll' from the Human Media Lab is Multifunctional
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77
On-Demand Sommeliers
On-Demand Sommeliers
China's 1919.com Offers Personalized Sommelier Service in China
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76
Virtual AI Travel Assistants
Virtual AI Travel Assistants
30SecondsToFly's Claire Platform Streamlines Business Traveling
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75
Social Event-Planning Apps
Social Event-Planning Apps
'PotluckHub' Helps Users Host Parties and Celebrate with Friends
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74
Audio-Enhancing Smartphones
Audio-Enhancing Smartphones
The Conceptual Xiaomi MI MIX INFLUX Smartphone is Stylish
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73
Private Gratitude Journaling Apps
Private Gratitude Journaling Apps
'HappyFeed' Encourages Users to Record Happy Daily Moments
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72
AI-Powered Smart Ledgers
AI-Powered Smart Ledgers
wi-Q Technologies and Fetch.AI Introduce a new Autonomous Economic Agent
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71
Minuscule HiFi Audio Earbuds
Minuscule HiFi Audio Earbuds
The RHA CL2 Planar In-Ear Headphones Can be Wireless or Wired
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70
AI-Powered Concierge Services
AI-Powered Concierge Services
Lewis is a Chatbox that Helps Users Navigate London
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69
Organized Finance-Optimizing Apps
Organized Finance-Optimizing Apps
'Astra' Helps You Efficiently Achieve Your Savings Goals
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68
Wearable Dedicated MP3 Players
Wearable Dedicated MP3 Players
The SanDisk Clip Jam MP3 Player Offers 18 Hours of Playback
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67
Personalized Nutrition Labels
Personalized Nutrition Labels
The Pinto App Makes Understanding Food Labels Easier
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66
Golden Next-Generation Smartphones
Golden Next-Generation Smartphones
The Gold Genie 2018 iPhone X Comes in Several Gilded Options
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Celebrity-Created Networking Apps
Celebrity-Created Networking Apps
The Daisie App Helps Connect Creative Artists with One Another
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Focus-Enhancing Music Apps
Focus-Enhancing Music Apps
Brain.fm App Crafts Music for the Brain to Initiate Any Mental State
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Spending Allotment Finance Apps
Spending Allotment Finance Apps
'Fund$nap' Shows Users Just How Much Money They Have Left Over
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62
Rose-Colored Lightning Cables
Rose-Colored Lightning Cables
Native Union's Durable Lighting Cable Have an Adorable Aesthetic
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61
Travel-Enhancing Phone Bike Mounts
Travel-Enhancing Phone Bike Mounts
iOttie's Easy One Touch 4 is Convenient, Safe and Affordable
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60
Exclusive Low-Cost Retailer Tablets
Exclusive Low-Cost Retailer Tablets
The Lenovo Tab E7 will be Available at Walmart for Just $100
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59
Social Chat Dating Apps
Social Chat Dating Apps
'eMeetly' Lets Users Connect with Potential Mates in Facebook Messenger
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58
Gilded Audiophile Music Players
Gilded Audiophile Music Players
The Sony DMP-Z1 Digital Music Player is Finished with Real Gold
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57
On-the-Go Fitness Platforms
On-the-Go Fitness Platforms
Equinox and American Express' PlatformX Provides 10-Minute Workouts
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56
Vital Wellness Wearables
Vital Wellness Wearables
Vital Scout Continuously Monitors Stress, Recovery, Activity & Sleep
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55
Self-Cooling Smartphone Designs
Self-Cooling Smartphone Designs
The Samsung Galaxy Note9 Has a Water Carbon Cooling System
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54
App-Free Mobile Phones
App-Free Mobile Phones
The Punkt MP01 Limits Distractions for Technology Users
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53
Voice-Controlled Social Lenses
Voice-Controlled Social Lenses
The Hands-Free Snapchat Lenses Respond to Words Like "Hi" & "Love"
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52
5G Smartphone Modifications
5G Smartphone Modifications
The 5G Moto Mod Enables the Moto Z3 to Achieve Ultra-Fast Connectivity
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51
Low-Cost Traveler Hotspots
Low-Cost Traveler Hotspots
The 'Tern' Global WiFi Hotspot Lets Users Choose the Optimal Plan
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50
Wireless Fast-Charging Pads
Wireless Fast-Charging Pads
iOttie's iON is a Sleek Solution for College Student's Charging Needs
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49
Interstellar Selfie Apps
Interstellar Selfie Apps
This NASA App Lets You Pose in Front of Breathtaking Space Photos
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48
Social Media Story Books
Social Media Story Books
Insta Novels is a New Medium to Bring Literature to the Modern Masses
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47
Mobile eSports Leagues
Mobile eSports Leagues
The Clash Royale League Aims to Enhance Mobile eSports Legitimacy
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46
Attachable Tech Backup Batteries
Attachable Tech Backup Batteries
Lucid Chargers 'The Sticker' Power Bank is Compact and Stylish
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45
Fan-Equipped Power Banks
Fan-Equipped Power Banks
The 'CirXquare' Fan Provides Heat Relief and Smartphone Charging
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44
AI-Powered Travel Services
AI-Powered Travel Services
Paul English Launches the User-Engaging Lola App for Travel Purposes
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43
Speedy Video Call Smartwatches
Speedy Video Call Smartwatches
The 'X1 Watch' Works with a Variety of Video Calling Services
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42
Fashion Commerce Communities
Fashion Commerce Communities
URSTYLE is a Social Fashion Network Powered by Blockchain & AI Tech
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41
Versatile Online Gaming Expansions
Versatile Online Gaming Expansions
Fortnite for Android is Available on Samsung Galaxy Phones
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40
Curated Paint Collections
Curated Paint Collections
'Clare' Simplifies the Process of Picking the Perfect Interior Color
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39
Robust Minimalist Smartphones
Robust Minimalist Smartphones
The Conceptual HTC Fusion Smartphone Sports a Fresh Look and Feel
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38
Elegantly Functional Technology Mounts
Elegantly Functional Technology Mounts
The NKMOS Modular Mounting System Works with Any Device
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37
Real-Time Health-Tracking Wearables
Real-Time Health-Tracking Wearables
The Fitbit Charge 3 Accurately Monitors Your Heart 24/7
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36
Stylish OEM-Approved Smartphone Docks
Stylish OEM-Approved Smartphone Docks
The Logitech Powered Wireless Charger is for Apple Devices
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35
Inactivity Tracker Apps
Inactivity Tracker Apps
'Couch Potato' Brands Itself as the World's First "Sit Tracker"
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34
Opioid Relapse Apps
Opioid Relapse Apps
The ResQ App Gamifies Addiction Control to Help Former Users Succeed
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33
Branded Automotive Device Chargers
Branded Automotive Device Chargers
The Tesla Wireless Charger Packs a 6,000mAh Battery Within
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32
Military Specification Smartphones
Military Specification Smartphones
The DOOGEE S55 Smartphone Boasts an Octa-Core Chip
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31
Visually Striking Smart Speakers
Visually Striking Smart Speakers
The Cavalier 'Maverick' Speaker Puts a Focus on Premium Design
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30
Smart Bar Glassware
Smart Bar Glassware
Pernod Picard's Connected Glass Uses NFC Tech to Place Bar Orders
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29
Free Weight Management Platforms
Free Weight Management Platforms
Lose It! Introduces a DNA-Informed Update to Its Application
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28
Nail Polish Database Apps
Nail Polish Database Apps
'NailBuff' Helps Users Discover & Reference Favorite Nail Polish Shades
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Stylish Designer Smartwatches
Stylish Designer Smartwatches
The Michael Kors Runway Wear OS Smartwatch is Chic and Durable
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26
Ultra-Portable Audiophile Music Players
Ultra-Portable Audiophile Music Players
The Hidizs AP80 Supports Hi-Res Audio and More
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25
HD Audiophile Music Players
HD Audiophile Music Players
The ACTIVO CT10 Hi-Res Music Player Supports Premium Audio
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24
Cryptocurrency Education Apps
Cryptocurrency Education Apps
The B21Life App Educates Users on How Cryptocurrency Works
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23
AI Shopping Assistant Apps
AI Shopping Assistant Apps
'Uniqlo ID' is Powered by Google Assistant & Machine Learning Tech
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22
Redesigned Smartphone Aesthetics
Redesigned Smartphone Aesthetics
The HubblePhone is a Multi-Screen Smartphone of the Future
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21
Nature-Friendly Smartphones
Nature-Friendly Smartphones
Sylvain Boyer Designs the Friendlui Phone with Organic Elements
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20
Tech Use-Curbing Devices
Tech Use-Curbing Devices
'TechDen' Helps Kids Develop Better Habits When it Comes to Technology
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19
Influencer Smartphone Recording Gimbals
Influencer Smartphone Recording Gimbals
The DJI Osmo Mobile II Stabilizes Your Device
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18
AR Fragrance Campaigns
AR Fragrance Campaigns
'DKNY Stories' is Being Promoted on BeautyPlus with an Exclusive Filter
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17
Song-Humming Game Apps
Song-Humming Game Apps
'Hummi.nz' Lets Users Hum Their Favorite Tune for Others to Guess
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Virtual Self-Care Apps
Virtual Self-Care Apps
#SelfCare is a Healthcare App Focused on Mental Health and Relaxation
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15
Portable Pico Projector PCs
Portable Pico Projector PCs
The Masterkey 4.0 Pocket PC Boasts a Laser Keyboard and More
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14
AR Ice Cream Wrappers
AR Ice Cream Wrappers
My Yeti's Ice Cream Packaging Design Engages Kids with Augmented Reality
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13
Vaporwave Fitness Platforms
Vaporwave Fitness Platforms
Our Body Electric Offers Live and On-Demand Fitness Classes Online
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12
Checkout-Free Retail Concepts
Checkout-Free Retail Concepts
Zippin's Concept Store Shows a Next-Gen AI-Powered Shopping Platform
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11
Aluminium-Made Reusable Straws
Aluminium-Made Reusable Straws
ELO Encourages Consumers to Shy Away from Single-Use Plastic Straws
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10
Teeny Pocket-Friendly Smartphones
Teeny Pocket-Friendly Smartphones
The 'Minima' Smartphone Concept is Capable Yet Compact
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9
Gamified AR Makeup Apps
Gamified AR Makeup Apps
The 'Wow How' App Uses Gaming Tech to Teach Consumers Application Tricks
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8
Flexible Phone Designs
Flexible Phone Designs
The Royole Bendable Smartphone Prototype Will Be Shown at IFA 2018
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Authenticated Sneaker Tags
Authenticated Sneaker Tags
The 'Legit Tag' Protects Consumers from Counterfeit Products
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6
Leather-Wrapped Charging Pads
Leather-Wrapped Charging Pads
The Courant Catch is a Stylish Wireless Charger with Fast Charging
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5
Nostalgic Ultra-Slim Smartphones
Nostalgic Ultra-Slim Smartphones
This Conceptual Motorola RAZR Smartphone Celebrates the Original
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4
Wireless Multi-Device Chargers
Wireless Multi-Device Chargers
Wyrex Charges Android and iOS Devices, Apple Watches and Air Pods
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3
Connected Puzzle Desk Toys
Connected Puzzle Desk Toys
The GoCube Infuses a Classic Toy with Cutting-Edge Technology
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2
Smartphone Fidget Spinner Attachments
Smartphone Fidget Spinner Attachments
The 'Fidj' Smartphone Accessory Turns Your Device into a Toy
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1
Provocative Fully Transparent Fashion
Provocative Fully Transparent Fashion
Axel Arigato Teams Up with Samsung for an Alluring Editorial
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