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Wriggling Laptop Appendages

The USB Animatronic Squirming Tentacle Moves Around

— December 8, 2012 — Tech
Your laptop is full of USB ports, many of which go unused every day, so why not take full advantage of those with the USB Animatronic Squirming Tentacle?

This device uses power from your computer when you plug it into your USB port, and instantly begins wriggling and twirling, as though it has come to life. These tentacles are covered with little suction cups and have a curled tip, making them look just like octopus tentacles that are squirming around. If you get a few and connect them to every USB port on your computer, your laptop will start to look like an alien that is about to squirm its way off of your desk.

While super fun and strange, the USB Animatronic Squirming Tentacle doesn’t actually store any information.
Trend Themes
1. Usb-powered Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of USB-powered accessories that add functionality or entertainment value to laptops.
2. Novelty Computer Peripherals - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique and quirky computer peripherals that bring joy and amusement to users.
3. Personalized Laptop Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design customizable laptop accessories that allow users to express their individuality and personalize their devices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the consumer electronics industry by creating innovative and playful products that enhance the user experience.
2. Gaming and Entertainment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore opportunities in the gaming and entertainment industry by developing USB-powered accessories that enhance gaming experiences or provide unique entertainment value.
3. Promotional Merchandise - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the promotional merchandise industry by offering customizable USB-powered accessories that companies can use for branding and marketing purposes.
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