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Sci-Fi Kitchen Clocks

This Star Wars Timer Will Help You Countdown to the New Star Wars Movie

— June 3, 2014 — Pop Culture
This Star Wars timer is the ideal kitchen gadget if you are a fan of the sci-fi franchise. Designed to look like the loveable robot R2D2, the kitchen timer will ensure your meals are properly prepared. The droid clock also makes a quirky gift for friends and family.

Given the recent announcements regarding casting of Star Wars Episode VII, you may want to stock up on all the intergalactic accessories you can. The Star Wars timer will also help you pass the time before the movie comes out. So far the all-star, super stacked cast includes 12 Years a Slave's Lupita Nyong'o, Game of Throne's Gwendoline Christie, Inside Llewelyn Davis's Oscar Issac, Lord of the Rings's Andy Serkis and Girls's Adam Driver.
Trend Themes
1. Sci-fi Kitchen Gadgets - Designing kitchen gadgets inspired by popular science fiction franchises, such as Star Wars, can create a unique and fun cooking experience for fans.
2. Pop Culture Kitchen Accessories - Creating kitchen accessories that are themed around popular culture references, like Star Wars, can attract fans and enthusiasts who want to add a geeky touch to their cooking routine.
3. Quirky Timer Designs - Developing timers with unconventional and playful designs, like the R2D2 inspired Star Wars timer, can bring a sense of novelty and entertainment to everyday kitchen activities.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchenware - The kitchenware industry can tap into the demand for sci-fi themed gadgets by creating a range of innovative and functional products that cater to fans' interests.
2. Gifts and Novelties - The gifts and novelties industry can explore the market for unique and quirky items like the Star Wars timer, as customers seek out distinctive and unexpected gifts for friends and family.
3. Home Decor - The home decor industry can incorporate pop culture references into everyday items, such as kitchen timers, allowing customers to express their personality and interests through their home accessories.
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