I have a serious case of “I want†right now. Lenovo leaked photos of a new super-stylish netbook with a touchscreen. Called the 'Pocket Yoga' on a Lenovo Flickr photostream, this is one gorgeous piece of equipment. Comparing the netbook to a purse and sliding it into a pocket raised the “I want†level markedly.
Unfortunately, the Pocket Yoga concept will likely never make it to market as they have stopped working on developments.
Implications - With fast-paced lifestyles continuing to be a regular part of most city-dwelling consumers' lives, there is a shift towards the need for smaller products. Companies who can develop products that are still functional, yet pocket-sized will continue to be favored over larger, less convenient products.
Pocket-Sized Netbooks
Sneak Peek at ‘Pocket Yoga' Inspires Some Serious Lenovo Lust
Trend Themes
1. Pocket-sized Products - Companies who can develop functional products that are pocket-sized will be favored over larger, less convenient products.
2. Touchscreen Technology - The demand for touchscreen technology is increasing, creating opportunities for companies to develop innovative products with touchscreens.
3. Stylish Netbooks - There is a growing desire for stylish netbooks, presenting an opportunity for companies to create aesthetically pleasing and trendy devices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can explore the development of pocket-sized products and stylish netbooks with touchscreen technology.
2. Fashion Accessories - The fashion accessories industry can tap into the demand for pocket-sized products by creating functional yet trendy accessories.
3. Gadget Manufacturing - The gadget manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of pocket-sized products by developing innovative gadgets with touchscreen technology.