Filling the "gaps" in urban life. The automatic opening/closing and flat structure transform your daily commute.

Station ticket gates, bus boarding doors, or the entrance to an office building. Have you ever felt how incredibly frustrating those few seconds spent folding an umbrella can be—especially when you're in a hurry? Trying to tidy up the fabric while getting your fingertips wet, or forcing it into your bag while messing up all your things. This new folding umbrella, which combines an automatic open/close function with a flat design, was born to eliminate such small, daily "noises."

From the perspective of an expert who has handled countless umbrellas, I will unravel why this "flat-type automatic open/close umbrella" is an indispensable tool for the modern urban dweller, examining both its convenience and the characteristics you should know.

The liberation of "doing it all with one hand"

The true value of an automatic open/close umbrella lies not just in "opening" with the press of a button, but in "closing" as well. Even if one hand is occupied with bags, you can dodge the rain the moment you step out of a car and close the umbrella right before entering a building. Being able to perform this sequence of movements smartly provides a sense of psychological ease that goes beyond mere time-saving.

Furthermore, this umbrella has evolved through a unique "flat shape." While traditional folding umbrellas are generally cylindrical, the inside of a bag is essentially a combination of planes. Much like a thick planner or laptop, its thinness, which allows it to slip into the gaps between documents without ruining the silhouette of your business bag, is a logical answer for maximizing limited space.

Characteristics as a tool, and how to approach them

The more sophisticated a function becomes, the more specific its characteristics are. So that those of you who love gadgets can make a well-informed choice, I am sharing some points to keep in mind.

• The weight trade-off: Due to the springs at the heart of the auto-mechanism and the sturdy frame structure that withstands impact, it will certainly have a more substantial weight compared to ultra-lightweight models. However, this is also "proof of reliability." Recently, the wall of weight has been dropping year by year thanks to the use of materials like carbon fiber.

• The "art" of shaft storage: Automatic umbrellas require a certain amount of force to push the shaft back in after closing. This is the energy needed to recharge the spring. Once you grasp the trick of pushing firmly from both ends against your stomach, the movement transforms into a satisfying click, much like operating a piece of machinery.

• Value as an investment: Rather than using cheap, disposable umbrellas, this is about using one well-structured item while maintaining it. If it eliminates the "stress of folding" that you feel during your daily commute, it can be considered a highly efficient investment for improving your quality of life.

Smart mobility, right in your hand

I strongly recommend this "flat-type automatic open/close umbrella," especially for those who primarily commute by train or business professionals who always carry a laptop.

At Amvel, we offer models that refine this concept even further.

• The VERYKAL Flat, which pushes lightness and thinness to the limit.

• The VERYKAL LARGE Flat, which adds 100% light and heat shielding to a spacious size.

On rainy days, the simple act of closing your umbrella can become beautiful. I invite you to incorporate that experience into your daily routine.