A Japanese agriculture company recently developed a product called the 'Bento Watch,' which allows consumers to ensue that they always have delicious snacks on hand. While it may lack the high-tech features of a smartwatch, this handy piece of wearable tech still serves a very important purpose.
The Bento Watch is a deceptive piece of wearable tech that looks just like an ordinary wristwatch. However, instead of telling time, the watch acts a storage compartment for delicious snacks. In fact, the watch comes pre-loaded with a microscopic, chef-prepared meal that allows for snacking on the go. There is even a pair of tiny pop-out chopsticks to help the wearer keep their hands clean while enjoying the tiny treats.
While the Bento Watch is unfortunately not a real product, the humorous device points out the very real demand for products that facilitate on-the-go snacking.
Snack-Storing Watches
The 'Bento Watch' is a Piece of Wearable Tech for Those Who Like to Snack
Trend Themes
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On-the-go Snacking — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wearable tech that allows for convenient, easy access to snacks while on the move.
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Hidden Storage — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create products that have hidden compartments for storing snacks or other essentials.
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Functional Fashion — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion and function by designing wearable tech items that serve practical purposes, such as snack storage.
Industry Implications
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Wearable Tech — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate snack storage compartments into smartwatches or other wearable devices.
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Food Packaging — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative packaging solutions that allow for convenient snacking on the go.
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Fashion Accessories — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design fashionable accessories that incorporate hidden compartments for carrying small items like snacks.