# Pocket-Sized Innovation In 2009, bigger will most definitely not (always) be better. By [Bianca](https://www.trendhunter.com/bianca), Brand & Innovation Strategist | Published Sep 19, 2008, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/pocket-sized-innovation-in-2009-bigger-will-most-definitely-not-always-be-b ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.9/10 - Evidence articles: 12 ## What is the Pocket-Sized Innovation trend? **Pocket-Sized Innovation:** The combination of global population growth and the constant stream of new technologies is causing a demand for innovations to shrink in size. This doesn’t just include the rise in small-space living and the surging development of compact cars, but also new pocket-sized consumer goods. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 12 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 14 to Jul 3, 2008 - Published: Sep 19, 2008 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Pocket-Sized Innovation trend ### Miniaturization The trend of miniaturization is causing a demand for innovations to shrink in size, creating opportunities for compact, space-saving and portable products. ### Projection technology Projection technology can turn any flat surface into a workspace or screen, enabling companies to develop devices with a much smaller footprint for frequent travelers and remote workers. ### Airport security safe The recent airline security restrictions on liquids have led to innovations in airport security safe hygiene products, offering compact and practical solutions for travelers and campers alike. ## What the Pocket-Sized Innovation trend means for industry ### For Consumer electronics Miniaturization trend presents opportunities for compact, space-saving and portable consumer electronics products that cater to the needs of frequent travelers and remote workers. ### For Travel and tourism Airport security safe and compact hygiene innovations offer practical solutions for travelers and campers that prioritize convenience and mobility. ### For Fashion and apparel Miniaturization trend presents opportunities for innovative fashion and apparel products that offer function and mobility, such as portable office ties and compact, space-saving clothing items. ## Trend signals for Pocket-Sized Innovation Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 51%, activity 58%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 51% - Activity: 58% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Pocket-Sized Innovation trend 12 featured examples from Mar 14 to Jul 3, 2008. - [Pocket-Size Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-scooters-patinette-butterfly-fits-in-your-pocket): Patinette Butterfly (Category: Autos) Implication: The trend towards compact and foldable transportation solutions presents an opportunity for manufacturers in the personal transportation industry to capture niche markets and cate… - [Ballet Flats in a Bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipsy-feet): Tipsy Feet (Category: Unique) Implication: The footwear industry can benefit from the trend of portable footwear, by exploring designs that offer convenience and comfort for consumers. - [Portable Office in a Tie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-office-tie-stationery-neckware): Stationery Neckware (Category: Tech) Implication: The portable office tie presents an opportunity for innovation in the fashion industry by adding functionality to accessories. - [Projected Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pen-like-computer-front-pocket-pcs): Computers in Pens (Category: Tech) Implication: Projection technology and mobile computing advancements present opportunities for innovation in the technology sector. - [22 Teenie Tiny Gagets + Pico USB](https://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/great-things-come-in-small-packages-worlds-smallest-innovations) (Category: Tech) - [Paper Shampoo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-shampoo): Airport Security Safe Hygiene Innovations (Category: Fashion) Implication: The travel industry can benefit from the trend of ultra-compact hygiene solutions and alternative detergent forms like paper shampoo to offer more convenient and practical hygiene… - [Space Saving Clothes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-t-shirt): Magic T-Shirt Grows With Water (Category: Tech) Implication: The fashion industry can leverage the trend of space-saving clothes to design more innovative and efficient clothing that meets the changing needs of travelers and consumers. - [Canned Clothes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pants-in-a-pinch): Pants in a Pinch (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive opportunity for companies in the children's clothing industry to create innovative, compact clothing options for toddlers and young children. - [Pocket Shower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-shower): Luxuries of Home in the Wild (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Explore how the outdoor recreation industry can incorporate innovative and portable shower solutions. - [Pocket Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-turntables-for-djs-with-not-so-deep-pockets): Pacemaker Portable DJ System (Category: Tech) Implication: The music technology industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing more advanced and compact portable DJ systems that offer cutting-edge features and comp… - [Polaroid 2.0](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-instant-digital-prints): The PoGo Portable Instant Digital Prints (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of palm-sized printers that instantly print photos from mobile phones presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the photography industry. - [Pocket TV for Macs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miglia-tvmini-hd-express): Miglia TVMini HD Express (Category: Tech) Implication: The electronic manufacturing industry can explore opportunities in producing compact TV devices like the TVMini HD Express for specific computer platforms, opening up new consumer… ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)