How Cool Can a Flip Phone Get?
How many “flips” does it take to make your Smartphone super-sexy. The answer? Three flexible AMOLED touchscreens and a keyboard on the reverse! Here’s what the Flip Phone feels like: a smart triangular piece held together with soft steel mesh hinges, hosting a custom flavor of Android.The boundaries of a PC and phone have smudged-up big time and this is a sample of what that future looks like. I love it!
Designer: Kristian Ulrich Larsen
What is being creative? from Kristian Larsen on Vimeo.


































228 Comments »
Sudeep says
Gosh. I'm drooling on this. Is it gonna be real soon?
One of the best things I've seen at Yanko!
Liviu says
If this is a joke, then fine, I bought it.
If it's gonna be real, then I'm amazed, stunned, shocked and… wow!
Bee says
agree, one of the best
zhuzhu says
it's fabulous, i like that phone
dni says
it's awesome… i want one
Sudeep says
Gosh. I'm drooling on this. Is it gonna be real soon?
One of the best things I've seen at Yanko!
Liviu says
If this is a joke, then fine, I bought it.
If it's gonna be real, then I'm amazed, stunned, shocked and… wow!
CMD says
Love the concept but does the Gorilla Glass cancel out the purpose/need of flexible AMOLED screens?
$one says
I agree, but if the Gorilla Glass really cancels it but there are some of the newest and greatest we've seen lately.
Here is one of them called Dragontrail which was demonstrated a few days ago:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpbOoQpwAFs&fe...
CMD says
On second thought… I don't think it would
DROOLING says
amazing. when will this be available???
don draper says
the VO is too cheesy, but the phone concept ain't bad
mc marie says
phonegasm
metal_falsetto says
OH MY GAWD, I've been looking for a phone that doubles as a flower vase!!!!1!
But seriously, that's pretty cool.
Bee says
agree, one of the best
Twylia says
That is a cool phone! I would love to have it, when is it coming anyone?
Chris says
Would buy this over an iphone.
Att?
Jon says
I want this so bad. how would plans work for it though
zhuzhu says
it's fabulous, i like that phone
Mike says
i just wish she didnt name it the flip but something more original.
try searching "flip" or "flip phone" on google… good luck
dni says
it's awesome… i want one
Jens Den Braber says
Nice phone, love the video too
@CharlesCrosbie says
Is it made out of Unobtanium?
Jason says
Someone hire this person
James says
Really? I don't know why people are going so crazy over this. I like the concept of doubling it as a traditional looking alarm clock but as far as longevity goes, I can't see it lasting long before it broke or tore down one of the seams, which no matter what it's made of would eventually. I think the idea is a good one and the design itself of each side is lacking and nothing out of the ordinary. The renders are lovely and it needs a name change. The ergonomics would need to be addressed if made like using / looking at two sides at once being difficult with the floppy effect taking hold.
I think if you're one of the mobile phone generation who has to keep up to date with the latest ones and updates their mobile every few months to a newer iphone then yes, this would be for you. But for someone like myself who keeps phones long term, the gimmicks would lose their appeal very quickly and the clear flaws be quite apparent like they did with most of the 'smart' multimedia type mobile phones.
Not for me really, I'd prefer less instant gratification of little gimmicks and would rather have a phone that always works, never lets me down and has better audio quality during calls which every manufacturer seems to ignore. A cute idea for the throwaway generation.
Redditor says
SHUT UP. That is all.
James says
- when 12 year olds try to give constructive comments.
Existor says
You shame Reddit with your useless comment.
jdude321 says
TL;DR
James says
I didn't ask you to read it little boy. Do you realise how silly is it to post a comment just to say that you didn't read something? Maybe I should go into a car showroom and tell them I didn't buy any cars. This is a site mainly for designers, not for trolls or people who can't tell the difference between constructive criticism meant for the designer and someone saying "crap" just for the sake of it. I gave positives as well. Any designer who gets criticism will welcome it as it'll give them ideas and make their designs better. If you want to make silly comments both you and Redditor, go to youtube. Hopefully this was short enough for your attention span to handle.
Anonymous says
Aww, you seem upset because people didn't bother to read your diatribe of dislikes for the phone?
Lemme put this into a better phrasing for you.
U MAD BRO?
Father says
shut up moron … dont give silly comment .. we prefer valuable comment … kids may you burn in hell uhaauhauhuha
James McGowan says
We buy a new phone every 2 years, theres no reason one of these wouldn't last at least that long.
xbtt says
lol…shudup b4 u embarass urselv evn more..
bill says
yep . . got a little weepy
James says
Really? I don't know why people are going so crazy over this. I like the concept of doubling it as a traditional looking alarm clock but as far as longevity goes, I can't see it lasting long before it broke or tore down one of the seams, which no matter what it's made of would eventually. I think the idea is a good one and the design itself of each side is lacking and nothing out of the ordinary. The renders are lovely and it needs a name change. The ergonomics would need to be addressed if made like using / looking at two sides at once being difficult with the floppy effect taking hold.
I think if you're one of the mobile phone generation who has to keep up to date with the latest ones and updates their mobile every few months to a newer iphone then yes, this would be for you. But for someone like myself who keeps phones long term, the gimmicks would lose their appeal very quickly and the clear flaws be quite apparent like they did with most of the 'smart' multimedia type mobile phones.
Not for me really, I'd prefer less instant gratification of little gimmicks and would rather have a phone that always works, never lets me down and has better audio quality during calls which every manufacturer seems to ignore. A cute idea for the throwaway generation.
Redditor says
SHUT UP. That is all.
James says
- when 12 year olds try to give constructive comments.
Existor says
You shame Reddit with your useless comment.
jdude321 says
TL;DR
James says
I didn't ask you to read it little boy. Do you realise how silly is it to post a comment just to say that you didn't read something? Maybe I should go into a car showroom and tell them I didn't buy any cars. This is a site mainly for designers, not for trolls or people who can't tell the difference between constructive criticism meant for the designer and someone saying “crap” just for the sake of it. I gave positives as well. Any designer who gets criticism will welcome it as it'll give them ideas and make their designs better. If you want to make silly comments both you and Redditor, go to youtube. Hopefully this was short enough for your attention span to handle.
Anonymous says
Aww, you seem upset because people didn't bother to read your diatribe of dislikes for the phone?
Lemme put this into a better phrasing for you.
U MAD BRO?
Father says
shut up moron … dont give silly comment .. we prefer valuable comment … kids may you burn in hell uhaauhauhuha
James McGowan says
We buy a new phone every 2 years, theres no reason one of these wouldn't last at least that long.
CMD says
Love the concept but does the Gorilla Glass cancel out the purpose/need of flexible AMOLED screens?
CMD says
On second thought… I don't think it would
$one says
I agree, but if the Gorilla Glass really cancels it but there are some of the newest and greatest we've seen lately.
Here is one of them called Dragontrail which was demonstrated a few days ago:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpbOoQpwAFs&fe...
DROOLING says
amazing. when will this be available???
don draper says
the VO is too cheesy, but the phone concept ain't bad
mc marie says
phonegasm
metal_falsetto says
OH MY GAWD, I've been looking for a phone that doubles as a flower vase!!!!1!
But seriously, that's pretty cool.
Terri says
I am 56 yr old Mom. My boys all have modern phones and that's great. I have a Nokia flip, outdated. I have never cared for anything fancy for myself. I keep these not so hip phones until they literally fall apart then I get another not so fancy phone. This Flip phone has me excited. I am ready to go modern with this phone and no other. I am totally impressed.
dextroz says
This phone will not come out for 5 years. Get the Motorola Atrix in the mean time.
Michael Interbartolo III says
awesome design, would love to see HTC scoop up this designer and put this out as their next gen dual core LTE phone.
Terri says
YES I WANT ONE, I HAVE T-MOBILE, I'm Not Into All Those Mordern Phones But I Want This One!
jordanelwell says
You Don't Need To Capitalize Every Word Of A Sentence.
Twylia says
That is a cool phone! I would love to have it, when is it coming anyone?
Chris says
Would buy this over an iphone.
Att?
aldo says
It's Nice greattt
Jas says
This is freaking awesome! I cant begin to imagine how much this phone would cost if it does come to market soon. But I would probably buy it regardless.
Jon says
I want this so bad. how would plans work for it though
Mike says
i just wish she didnt name it the flip but something more original.
try searching “flip” or “flip phone” on google… good luck
Jens Den Braber says
Nice phone, love the video too
Jason says
Someone hire this person
@CharlesCrosbie says
Is it made out of Unobtanium?
Natalia Plahotnaya says
I want one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
bill says
yep . . got a little weepy
Brian says
James, nice to read your thoughts (though a little dull)… I suggest you review the video with your hearing aid turned up. Listen to the words more carefully and you’ll perhaps understand why this is exciting to the rest of us
This is beautiful design, original and advanced. I love it! Just make it in a 5″ version too for us old folks who like a big screen
Also, the video is unbelievably professional. Better than most pro videos for ‘real’ products I’ve ever seen!
Congratulations
Kind Regards
Brian
James says
Really? I don't know why people are going so crazy over this. I like the concept of doubling it as a traditional looking alarm clock but as far as longevity goes, I can't see it lasting long before it broke or tore down one of the seams, which no matter what it's made of would eventually. I think the idea is a good one and the design itself of each side is lacking and nothing out of the ordinary. The renders are lovely and it needs a name change. The ergonomics would need to be addressed if made like using / looking at two sides at once being difficult with the floppy effect taking hold.
I think if you're one of the mobile phone generation who has to keep up to date with the latest ones and updates their mobile every few months to a newer iphone then yes, this would be for you. But for someone like myself who keeps phones long term, the gimmicks would lose their appeal very quickly and the clear flaws be quite apparent like they did with most of the 'smart' multimedia type mobile phones.
Not for me really, I'd prefer less instant gratification of little gimmicks and would rather have a phone that always works, never lets me down and has better audio quality during calls which every manufacturer seems to ignore. A cute idea for the throwaway generation.
eva says
really nice!
alfinkahar says
i think this is really cool,
but why we need more screen since in android we already have multiple screen window?
but behind its function i think this’s really a brilliant fresh unique design…
Terri says
YES I WANT ONE, I HAVE T-MOBILE, I'm Not Into All Those Mordern Phones But I Want This One!
jordanelwell says
You Don't Need To Capitalize Every Word Of A Sentence.
Terri says
I am 56 yr old Mom. My boys all have modern phones and that's great. I have a Nokia flip, outdated. I have never cared for anything fancy for myself. I keep these not so hip phones until they literally fall apart then I get another not so fancy phone. This Flip phone has me excited. I am ready to go modern with this phone and no other. I am totally impressed.
dextroz says
This phone will not come out for 5 years. Get the Motorola Atrix in the mean time.
Michael Interbartolo III says
awesome design, would love to see HTC scoop up this designer and put this out as their next gen dual core LTE phone.
R says
The tech is here, Samsung has a flexible display. This phone should be built.
aldo says
It's Nice greattt
James says
I didn't ask you to read it little boy. Do you realise how silly is it to post a comment just to say that you didn't read something? Maybe I should go into a car showroom and tell them I didn't buy any cars. This is a site mainly for designers, not for trolls or people who can't tell the difference between constructive criticism meant for the designer and someone saying “crap” just for the sake of it. I gave positives as well. Any designer who gets criticism will welcome it as it'll give them ideas and make their designs better. If you want to make silly comments both you and Redditor, go to youtube. Hopefully this was short enough for your attention span to handle.
Natalia Plahotnaya says
I want one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
mack says
I was thinking of a very similar design just this morning.My wife and I have a Sumsung Fascinate,and we have a problem when answering the phone.The dialer buttons should be one of the tri- view windows,so that you do not have to touch to open,then answer.Answering could be back to one touch…
Dejan says
This is truly inspiring. The gadget is awesome!
eva says
really nice!
alfinkahar says
i think this is really cool,
but why we need more screen since in android we already have multiple screen window?
but behind its function i think this’s really a brilliant fresh unique design…
sonofthebass says
Apple -ish
Samm says
For just a concept phone, it looks amazing. I certainly hope they go into production.
I’m also happy to see Android running this puppy. This could be the next Tablet idea. I love the aluminum frame and the steel mesh, i think the last thing i would worry about is breaking between screens.
A few concerns though:
1) Cost, will three AMOLED screens become prohibitively expensive?
2) Battery, will three AMOLED screens drain the heck out of the battery?
3)Folding, Call me silly, but when im rushing off to class and have to slap my phone shut last minute, how easy is it going to be to get it into “flat” mode?
Andreas says
What an awesome piece of technology! that is definitely a must have – and might even be more stylish and cool than the next iPhone…
But the name might be a problem, since flip is already registered by cisco….
mahdi says
what is the name of this phone
James says
Flip. it says on the bottom
Guest333 says
nice!
Folken says
So Nice !
Designamite says
This is truly amazing! I want it! If somebody doesn't make it it's a crime! lol
mack says
I was thinking of a very similar design just this morning.My wife and I have a Sumsung Fascinate,and we have a problem when answering the phone.The dialer buttons should be one of the tri- view windows,so that you do not have to touch to open,then answer.Answering could be back to one touch…
Dejan says
This is truly inspiring. The gadget is awesome!
sonofthebass says
Apple -ish
Samm says
For just a concept phone, it looks amazing. I certainly hope they go into production.
I’m also happy to see Android running this puppy. This could be the next Tablet idea. I love the aluminum frame and the steel mesh, i think the last thing i would worry about is breaking between screens.
A few concerns though:
1) Cost, will three AMOLED screens become prohibitively expensive?
2) Battery, will three AMOLED screens drain the heck out of the battery?
3)Folding, Call me silly, but when im rushing off to class and have to slap my phone shut last minute, how easy is it going to be to get it into “flat” mode?
Andreas says
What an awesome piece of technology! that is definitely a must have – and might even be more stylish and cool than the next iPhone…
But the name might be a problem, since flip is already registered by cisco….
mahdi says
what is the name of this phone
James says
Flip. it says on the bottom
Guest333 says
nice!
Folken says
So Nice !
Designamite says
This is truly amazing! I want it! If somebody doesn't make it it's a crime! lol
Pixel says
Go go gadget lust!
Harry says
Finally, the iPhone killer!!! This is THE next generation communication device. Go for it…. asap.
vanatoru says
in your mind, maybe! it is a future project, nice presentation!
Pixel says
Go go gadget lust!
Harry says
Finally, the iPhone killer!!! This is THE next generation communication device. Go for it…. asap.
vanatoru says
in your mind, maybe! it is a future project, nice presentation!
koakes says
I think I'm in love. Such a fantastic idea.
nexusOneOwner says
What about the battery live? How many hours will it last when you work with it?
My Nexus One brings me 6 or 7 hours with only one AMOLED screen…
Maya3D says
The project seemes really cool, but I saw something like this at some danish designer's website: http://www.victoriakusk.com , go to the website, click on Nokia Kolmio project – this seemes like some stolen groupwork!!!
Alexander James Leyton says
Victoria Kusk was in the same group as Kristian. The above is what you see after he carried working on the phone, without the Nokia branding. The group was together for one project, then he chose to continue the work for his MA degree.
I am a graphic designer from the UK working on packaging and brand design for it =]
Maya3D says
Are you working on brand design for Flip phone???
jack365 says
Fantastic!
Now I know I am living in the 21st century !!!
koakes says
I think I'm in love. Such a fantastic idea.
nexusOneOwner says
What about the battery live? How many hours will it last when you work with it?
My Nexus One brings me 6 or 7 hours with only one AMOLED screen…
bram says
omg wat does that phone gonna cost its way cooler then the iphone 4 and bb torch
also way cooler than evry other smartphone
Maya3D says
The project seemes really cool, but I saw something like this at some danish designer's website: http://www.victoriakusk.com , go to the website, click on Nokia Kolmio project – this seemes like some stolen groupwork!!!
Alexander James Leyton says
Victoria Kusk was in the same group as Kristian. The above is what you see after he carried working on the phone, without the Nokia branding. The group was together for one project, then he chose to continue the work for his MA degree.
I am a graphic designer from the UK working on packaging and brand design for it =]
Maya3D says
Are you working on brand design for Flip phone???
jack365 says
Fantastic!
Now I know I am living in the 21st century !!!
bram says
omg wat does that phone gonna cost its way cooler then the iphone 4 and bb torch
also way cooler than evry other smartphone
athome says
unbelievable
max says
where can you buy the Flip phone or the Nokia Kolmio
athome says
unbelievable
max says
where can you buy the Flip phone or the Nokia Kolmio
Consuela Orear says
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discobee1 says
I’m pretty sure I NEED this phone! It’s the most beautiful piece of personal technology I have ever seen. I was never that impressed w iPhone… but THIS? OH YEAH!
marc says
omg, WANT!
xbtt says
lol…shudup b4 u embarass urselv evn more..
Consuela Orear says
PS: Like my Facebook fan page and follow me on Twitter and I’ll do the same for you!
HvdE says
Amazing for smartphome looks great!
Not a new idea though
fretain says
Its fabulous…
how amazing the idea is…
btw is it coming out thou?
im dying to buy one of those….
marc says
omg, WANT!
HvdE says
Amazing for smartphome looks great!
Not a new idea though
fretain says
Its fabulous…
how amazing the idea is…
btw is it coming out thou?
im dying to buy one of those….
Naomi says
I like the design – very different to the iphone and similar ones in the marketplace at present. Looks sleek in movement but would be concerned about mechanisms after a year of use. I would purchase one if it comes out.
Naomi says
I like the design – very different to the iphone and similar ones in the marketplace at present. Looks sleek in movement but would be concerned about mechanisms after a year of use. I would purchase one if it comes out.
Francisco Miranda says
totally amazing i would describe it as mentally halarious…something some would just think or dream abot but here it is…i bet if it could go on production wit any phone company it would defenatly leave all these goofy phones back track like they where cavemen…lol but love the disgn
Francisco Miranda says
totally amazing i would describe it as mentally halarious…something some would just think or dream abot but here it is…i bet if it could go on production wit any phone company it would defenatly leave all these goofy phones back track like they where cavemen…lol but love the disgn
adesignaddict says
What's with all those "where can i buy this?" comments?! It's a CONCEPT! In other words: it'll never hit the market like this!
First, who needs three screens, especially this small? People are already annoyed with short battery life as it is and those would drain that puppy's energy supply in a heartbeat. Secondly, even with newer and thinner screens this phone would still be a brick to carry along because there's no way it would hit stores that thin with all those mentioned functions. Thirdly, the video is a stylish way of presenting the produkt, but some of those usage ideas just seem way off. I mean, who needs their phone to hold a flower? Also, try reading an electronic book on a screen that fits in your palm….
It's a nice presentation and product design, but would fail in the real world, period. Be realistic people, please!
adesignaddict says
What's with all those “where can i buy this?” comments?! It's a CONCEPT! In other words: it'll never hit the market like this!
First, who needs three screens, especially this small? People are already annoyed with short battery life as it is and those would drain that puppy's energy supply in a heartbeat. Secondly, even with newer and thinner screens this phone would still be a brick to carry along because there's no way it would hit stores that thin with all those mentioned functions. Thirdly, the video is a stylish way of presenting the produkt, but some of those usage ideas just seem way off. I mean, who needs their phone to hold a flower? Also, try reading an electronic book on a screen that fits in your palm….
It's a nice presentation and product design, but would fail in the real world, period. Be realistic people, please!
vogelcube says
This is one of those that doesn't make any sense. Sure, I'd love to have three screens so it can switch from phone to pseudo-tablet, but unless you have an extension cord, that won't work.
1AMOLED, 2 eink screens, maybe. Made so you don't HAVE to use the AMOLED screen… then it might have passible battery life.
vogelcube says
This is one of those that doesn't make any sense. Sure, I'd love to have three screens so it can switch from phone to pseudo-tablet, but unless you have an extension cord, that won't work.
1AMOLED, 2 eink screens, maybe. Made so you don't HAVE to use the AMOLED screen… then it might have passible battery life.
swe says
who know the price???
swe says
who know the price???
Pedro Andres DeCastro Davila says
I would like to see a 17" model of this with a pen tool, a 3d camera mode, and games developed for the 3d mode
the boxed t says
one thing for all of you.this phone can be great.why, because people now a days are dumb as hell.
thair going to see this a "super cool and awsome" when in fact it lacks some qualities. thank you that is all
Pedro Andres DeCastro Davila says
I would like to see a 17″ model of this with a pen tool, a 3d camera mode, and games developed for the 3d mode
the boxed t says
one thing for all of you.this phone can be great.why, because people now a days are dumb as hell.
thair going to see this a “super cool and awsome” when in fact it lacks some qualities. thank you that is all
Picaso says
nothing less than amazing videos great and the phone is totaly the future cant wait to see it out there hope to see another video
Picaso
Picaso says
nothing less than amazing videos great and the phone is totaly the future cant wait to see it out there hope to see another video
Picaso
Deaf Švaňa says
wow:)
Deaf ŠvaÅa says
wow:)
Edmund Fong says
May i know where can buy it and how much was it … ? thanks ..
Edmund Fong says
May i know where can buy it and how much was it … ? thanks ..
cavalla says
count me in on the wait list!!
cavalla says
count me in on the wait list!!
Jake Tuckey says
Absolutely amazing to say the least! I currently have a Android powered HTC EVO and love it. This phone of yours would be my dream phone and I don't see a single fault in it at all.
If this phone cost $600-700, I'd still buy it. but I know it could be done and sold for way less than that.
It would be the iPhone killer for sure!!! Get these renderings over to HTC… If Nokia won't get on it, I am sure HTC could pull
it off!
Very nice!!!
jdude321 says
Noooo he just jelly because he wants one and won’t admit to it.
jdude321 says
Noooo he just jelly because he wants one and won’t admit to it.
Alex Vazquez says
I'm going crazy over this! Its so amazing, and if it has the power that's in store for all the new Android devices, this is going to be a titan in the mobile technology market. I agree with everyone that's saying you need to get this design into a manufacturer's hands. But it should be not tied to any service, like the Nexus S.
JosearcToGo says
How much? 600, 700? I'll pay it… simply awesome!..
JosearcToGo says
How much? 600, 700? I'll pay it… simply awesome!..
Xristos Konosidis says
when do they sell this phone?
Jone says
Good idea and I'm fall in love with her.
Eric says
does someone know the price for this amazing phone?
and when it is available?
Eric says
does someone know the price for this amazing phone?
Salah says
Price — no but yes I would like to have one ——- creative —– and Delicate
Bill Farrell says
I just came…..
Bill Farrell says
I just came…..
Reed Salmon says
I agree with the people above me, it has advantages and disadvantages. Unfortunately the battery life won't last UNLESS did you guys notice that when she flipped screen the ones on back would go off so she wouldn't flip the page or mess up the other ones on back. If that is correct then it actually would have a decent battery life. I've been trying to talk to Kristian via email and am awaiting reply. If she tells me anything i''ll post it somewhere on a blog and on this blog.
also I don't think the mesh side idea is good or how easily and fast it snaps open (murmur DANGEROUS!! murmur)
Reed Salmon says
I agree with the people above me, it has advantages and disadvantages. Unfortunately the battery life won't last UNLESS did you guys notice that when she flipped screen the ones on back would go off so she wouldn't flip the page or mess up the other ones on back. If that is correct then it actually would have a decent battery life. I've been trying to talk to Kristian via email and am awaiting reply. If she tells me anything i''ll post it somewhere on a blog and on this blog.
also I don't think the mesh side idea is good or how easily and fast it snaps open (murmur DANGEROUS!! murmur)
Zimk says
Cool! I must have this… Phone? Computer? I don't now, but this is good idea.
Zimk says
Cool! I must have this… Phone? Computer? I don't now, but this is good idea.
House Design Ideas says
Really cute design
R-Kai says
I order one. PLS. sent to me.
southlight says
Is this phone already sell on??
Then please tell me how can i get this phone. Please answer me.
husain says
such a great concept…..hope it will come ….
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