Smartphone trends set to dominate 2020

Global SourcesUpdated on 2023/12/01

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Mobile innovation is at its peak in the year 2020; see which trends will drive the market.

The hype for smartphone innovation will be back in 2020. This year holds a lot of exciting mobile phone releases that consumers are looking out for, namely 5G, foldable phones, and improved cameras and AI. In fact, a surge of smartphone sales is expected in 2020. Look out for upcoming smartphones and related mobile accessories from Verified Suppliers on Global Sources that will pack these mentioned features:

1. Monster cameras – Smartphones in 2020 are expected to adopt three to five rear cameras. The setup can include the main camera, ultrawide-angle lens, Time of Flight sensor, plus Cine and Periscope lenses. Phones this year are also getting bumps in megapixels. The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S11 will sport a 108-megapixel sensor for the main camera and will allow for 8k video recording, which will be a first in mobile phone history.

2. 5G mobile internet connectivity – 5G is the biggest contributing factor for the renewed consumer interest in smartphones. With 5G comes increased bandwidth, which will allow users to experience faster internet speeds, 10 times faster than 4G even at crowded places. Streaming and downloading music and videos will be a breeze, and the buffering delay will soon be a thing of the past.

China has been leading the 5G race, while the US and UK are following suit by building more infrastructures to support 5G network. 5G is about to get bigger in 2020, and Apple finally joins the bandwagon. The Cupertino-based company is set to release the iPhone 12 series later within the year, and all three models are said to be 5G-enabled.

3. Foldable phones – More companies are set to release foldable phones in 2020. Samsung’s Galaxy Fold 2 launch is rumored to be on April 2020. The handset is said to be more durable and more affordable.

The South Korean tech giant faces competition in the foldable phone market as Huawei and Microsoft aim to release their own foldable phones within the year.

As the world waits for these innovative phones to get released in 2020, here are some of the trendiest mobile accessories to source:

Motorbike design

Company: Shenzhen Anling Electronic Co. Ltd

The AS60 model is a Bluetooth 5.0-enabled speaker with FM radio, auxiliary and TF card support.

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Bluetooth 5.0 + EDR

Company: Shantou Haiyun Electronic Factory

Integrating a foldable design, this pair of Bluetooth headphones, the SN-P18 model can play music up to 10m.

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Sweat-resistant

Company: Avantronics Ltd

The BTHS-TWS109-BLK model is a pair of IPX5-rated wireless headset that integrates a soft ear hook. Music time is up to 3 hours.

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Supports Hi-Fi

Company: Shenzhen Aierson Technology Co. Ltd

This wooden Bluetooth speaker, the NH-BT-W model doubles as a wireless charger. The unit integrates superbright LEDs and supports FM radio.

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3,500mAh capacity

Company: Shenzhen Maxnon Technology Ltd

The TX58N model is a 3,500mAh power bank case for iPhone. The device has CE, FCC, and RoHS certifications.

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Battery for iPhone 7

Company: Shenzhen Xinruiming Technology Co.

The Huarigor Battery-ip7G-7003 model is a 1960mAh battery for iPhone 7. The unit integrates -over charging, -current and short-circuit protection.

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For Samsung Galaxy A70

Company: Foshan Socool Electronic Technology Co. Ltd

This PC mobile phone case, the HM-PUPCIP5-05548 model protects against dust and scratches.

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Football speaker

Company: Shenzhen Junjiahao Technology Co. Ltd

Designed like a football, the model ZQ1-6699 Bluetooth speaker can light up to seven different colors.

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Wireless earbuds

Company: Shenzhen Orick Industrial Co. Ltd

The model ORK-44 Bluetooth 5.0-enabled TWS earbuds has a 4 to 5hr playtime.

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10W transmission power

Company: Shenzhen Okaysun Technology Co. Ltd

The WC014 model is a wireless charging stand with a 9V 1A output and DC 9V 1.67A input.

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