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Molex Announces Findings from 'The Future of Mobile Devices' Global SurveyLISLE, Ill., Sept. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Molex, a global electronics leader and connectivity innovator, today unveiled the results of a global survey polling manufacturing stakeholders to identify the top trends and technologies shaping the future of mobile devices. Survey findings reveal continued evolution of mobile-device form factors, disruptive features and innovations that will impact smartphones, smart wearables and other mobile devices manufactured in 2026. "The future of mobile devices shines brightest when envisioning the potential to transform nearly every aspect of our daily lives," said Justin Kerr, vice president and general manager, Micro Solutions Business Unit, Molex. "Different device combinations and form factors will emerge to propel life-changing innovations in 'connectedness'—from new healthcare apps and smart home hubs to mobile payments and other possibilities limited only by our imaginations." Molex commissioned Dimensional Research to conduct The Future of Mobile Devices global survey in July 2021, polling 207 qualified participants representing mobile device OEMs and suppliers. A variety of questions were asked to identify the features and timeframes for future mobile devices, as well as gauge the growing impact of 5G and onnectivity innovations, along with barriers impeding overall progress. No 'Typical' Mobile Device in 2026 The top-five disruptive features most anticipated, and ranked in order, by respondents are self-charging; holographic or projection displays; fully recyclable; environment-proof, such as dust- or waterproof; and no-break displays. Also on the list are foldable devices, pop-up cameras, health biosensors, rollable devices and separation of device and display. Time will tell which features attain enough practical applications, market momentum and customer traction to become standardized in five years, if ever. According to the survey, form factors (e.g., screen size, shape, etc.) also will evolve over the next five years. While 90% of those polled expect mobile devices to take on different form factors, there wasn't consensus on whether they would be smaller, larger or different altogether. Nearly two-thirds believe demand for novel wearables will grow, including smart clothing (40%), glasses (33%), earpieces (29%) and watches (29%). Typical consumers will likely have more specialized devices by 2026, according to two-thirds of those polled. Still, 64% believe smartphones with integrated capabilities will minimize or replace the need for tablets. Connectivity and 5G Lead Significant Innovations and Benefits Continued Focus on Solving Technology Challenges Molex Consumer & Commercial Solutions About Molex View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/molex-announces-findings-from-the-future-of-mobile-devices-global-survey-301371229.html SOURCE Molex Incorporated |