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Smart Laser Cat Toys

This Laser Toy Connects to Your Smartphone to Entertain Your Cat

— September 29, 2015 — Lifestyle
Keep your kitty entertained for hours with this laser toy that is programmed and controlled through your smartphone.

The 'Obi' is both small and minimal in its appearance and comes in either a black or white colorway with a contemporary cork face that seamlessly and unassumingly blends into your surrounding home decor. When the 'Obi' is turned on, a red laser shoots out of the device that can then be controlled manually through either an iPhone or iPad.

This innovative laser toy can also be set on an automatic mode that can also be further customized. Program a custom pattern into the toy and watch as your cat proceeds to lose its furry mind. This toy is not only convenient and entertaining but is also ideal for those who work long hours or those leaving their pet at home for an extended time period.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Laser Cat Toys - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced laser cat toys that can be controlled through smartphones for enhanced entertainment and convenience.
2. Customizable Laser Patterns - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create laser toys with programmable patterns to provide unique and engaging play experiences for cats.
3. Automated Interactive Cat Toys - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design laser toys with automatic modes and customizable settings to entertain cats when their owners are away.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Supplies - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the pet supplies industry by introducing smart toys and devices that enhance the play and engagement of cats.
2. Home Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and design to create laser toys that seamlessly blend with home decor, targeting the home decor industry.
3. Remote Pet Care - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch products and services that enable pet owners to remotely interact and entertain their cats, addressing the emerging market of remote pet care.
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