Balancing ergonomics, materials, UI and connectivity.

Everyone has them, and everyone uses them. Yet the proliferation and diversification of personal communication devices has left many consumers bewildered and spoiled for choice. Each year sees the market flooded with new models and devices. This constant change is also reflected in the design of telecommunication devices from landline phones to cellphones, smartwatches, DECT devices, headsets, networking technology, portable printers and routers, 2-way radios, VOIP devices, video-conferencing devices, and more.

All of these devices have become smaller, more sophisticated, and more portable than ever before. The iF Design Awards offer vital orientation to the customer, showcasing those devices that achieve the optimal balance of ergonomics, material choice, user interface design, and connectivity.

New and innovative product design for Communication Devices seems to be a big challenge nowadays for designers and manufacturers. But it´s appreciated very much by the user!

The award category collects devices like cell phones, DECT devices, batteries, charging devices, headsets, telephones, telephone systems, networking technology, portable printer, routers, 2-way radios, VOIP devices, audio/video devices for conferences, accessories and more.

Apply with your innovative design achievements in a highly competitive industry!