As much as yo-yos are fun, they are now also a very green and hip way to charge your electronics. The Apple iYo comes from Swedish designer Peter Thuvander.
The lithium ion cell wind-up remote is based on the OLPC crank.
"The remote control needs only 30 cranks--which is nothing when you yo-yo," says Thuvander. "I think I'd at least use it as an emergency device for all the dead iPhone moments I have."
The technology is way beyond me, but if it works and looks as cool as it does in these pictures, then I must have one.
What's Driving This Trend
- Green Charging
- The iYo-Yo utilizes yo-yo motion to generate green and sustainable energy for charging electronics.
- Crank-powered Devices
- The iYo-Yo demonstrates the potential for crank-powered devices as a reliable and environmentally friendly power source.
- Emergency Power Solutions
- The iYo-Yo's ability to function as an emergency charger presents an opportunity for innovative power solutions during times of low battery.
Who This Affects Most
- Electronics
- The iYo-Yo introduces a new approach to charging electronics, potentially disrupting the traditional charging industry.
- Sustainable Energy
- The iYo-Yo showcases a unique application of sustainable energy, which could disrupt the conventional energy industry.
- Consumer Electronics Accessories
- The iYo-Yo offers a new accessory category for consumer electronics, providing an alternative and eco-friendly charging solution.
