Makers are adding more features and functions to meet diverse client preferences.

TOP TRENDS

• Compact yet catchy designs: China manufacturers are releasing portable and lightweight models for increased user convenience. Many offer universal styles with adjustable width and height to match various mobile phones. Selections include foldable variants and types with an adjustable base. Companies utilize strong yet light materials such as aluminum alloy, ABS or acrylic. To enhance the visual appeal, more suppliers are adopting sports, cartoon and holiday-themed patterns. They can also customize designs on request.
• Adding value: Manufacturers are integrating more functions to raise product value. Many models have SD, TransFlash, microSD and USB slots. In-car units support charging function via a cigarette lighter.
• Product safety: Suppliers use raw materials that meet international standards such as CE, RoHS and EN71, and pass SGS testing.
• Sales & price outlook: Most companies expect revenue to stay at current levels in the months ahead despite weakening demand from traditional markets such as the EU and North America. Quotes are projected to remain stable.

Product gallery Dipa Products Ltd Model: DPPH-31 Description: In-car holder; 40 to 115mm arm length, adjustable; USB port, cigarette lighter socket; 3in photo frame

Edge Global Holdings Ltd Model: MPZR01 Description: Aluminum+ABS frame; sticky PU; can be mounted on dashboard, windshield; dual damping hinges

Form Electronics Co. Ltd Model: UM-002 Description: ABS; four USB ports; LED indicator; 5V USB power supply; in red, blue, green, gray; 100x60x110mm; 115g

Fuzhou Xingchun Premium Mfg Co. Ltd Model: LF-SF-001 Description: Soft PVC; in various colors; customizable; 178x78mm

Gaoyi Tech Ltd Model: Hc05 Description: In-car holder for iPhone, Samsung, Nokia, HTC mobile phones; PC, ABS; 5V 1.5A USB car charger

Ningbo Best Century Gift Co. Ltd Model: BCb-032 Description: PU foam; glossy surface; squeezable; 93x87x58mm

Note: This article "Mobile phone holder line emphasizes multifunction units" was originally published by Global Sources, a leading business-to-business media company and a primary facilitator of trade with China manufacturers and India suppliers, providing essential sourcing information to volume buyers through our e-magazines, trade shows and industry research.

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