A huge number of phones were released in 2011, and with the continued
release of affordably priced device to target all levels of consumers,
sales are expected to double by 2013. It's not a huge leap to think in a
few years almost everyone will have some form of 'smart' device.
We've already come a long way from the Zack Morris phone,
so where is personal, portable tech to go from here? Keep reading for
our top five predictions for the future of handheld devices.
#5 Bendable
How far away is a phone you can roll up or fold neatly into your pocket? closer than you would think. Multiple companies have already been making leaps and bounds in the creation of flexible screen and memory and prototypes are already in the works. In the future we won't be holding our phones, we'll be slapping them onto our wrists and wearing them.
#4 Waterproof
By 2013 accidentally dropping your phone into a puddle might not be a big deal, or an issue at all. Technology has already been created that is not only water-proof but water-repellant, which could protector your device from coffee spills to unfortunate diving accidents.
#3 Solar Powered
The world is fighting to become more energy conscience, and so is technology. Manufacturers are looking to reduce carbon footprints and battery waste through the creation of solar powered phones and tablets. In the meantime, solar-powered chargers are already available for purchase in several cool designs.
#2 Intelligent
Phones in the future are not only going to be faster, they'll be smarter too. AI has already been introduced into phones and it might be only a matter of years before a virtual assistant replaces your real one.
#1 Safe
Our cellphones and tablets go everywhere with us, so it's no surprise there is plenty of opportunity for breaks and scratches. There has been a lot of scrambling to create the first 'invincible' surface, but it will be some time before a truly accident-proof general use phone is created.
In the meantime, we don't suggest waiting for the future to protect your current precious device. Invest in a strong case, and of course a screen protector to protect your phone or tablet from scratches and the wear and tear of constant use.
An additional benefit to screen protectors is that you can peel them off, switch them up and experiment with a variety of different effects to customize the look of your device.
Clarivue offers screen protectors for a huge variety of devices in Ultra-Clear, Anti-Glare, Mirror and Privacy finishes. Try them all and you're sure to find a screen protector that's perfect for you, and protects your phone today.
