Kids today might think you were from the stone age when you tell them about your pet rock from back in the day… today, kids are playing USB Pet Rocks!
Actually, no they’re not; these are mostly marketed at people like you looking to relive a bit of their youth in an innovative way. ThinkGeek says you might want this contraption because “They don’t need food or water; They don’t chew on your stuff; They are the greenest USB products ever created, as they draw absolutely no electricity” among other reasons.
You may think it’s ridiculous, but I think it’s a rock solid idea!
What's Driving This Trend
- USB Merchandise
- Opportunities exist for innovation with USB-connected items that bring the comforts of the old world and modern technology together.
- Eco-friendly Gadgets
- Innovative ideas can be created to promote eco-friendly products that appeal to a wide market that desires environmentally-friendly solutions.
- Nostalgic Tech Gear
- There is potential for the creation of more nostalgic tech gear, serving as souvenirs that bring back memories of the past.
Who This Affects Most
- Gadgets
- Developing USB-connected products opens the door to opportunities for tech gadget producers.
- Toy Manufacturers
- Toy manufacturers can develop products that incorporate nostalgia and modern technology to appeal to a broad audience.
- Green Tech
- There is potential for eco-friendly product development in the market where eco-friendliness sells as a valuable aspect of the product.
