Delegated Interfaces
Permanent
Distraction
Entertainment is readily available to consumers whenever, wherever.
Trend
What is the Permanent Distraction trend?
Permanent Distraction: Personal entertainment is reaching new heights, with oddly placed consoles and other methods of distraction keeping consumers entertained everywhere they go. Today’s consumer is perpetually distracted by digital devices, handheld video games and mobile gadgets; integrating these pieces into virtually every facet of daily life may mean the end of peace and quiet.
Trend themes
Themes within the Permanent Distraction trend
Three behaviours holding the trend togetherOn-the-go Entertainment
The trend of constant entertainment through digital devices and handheld video games has resulted in products such as in-car arcades and cabinet-mounted tablets, offering companies the opportunity to provide consumers with immediate satisfaction and access to their products.
Augmented Toilets
The integration of technology into bathrooms has resulted in innovative toilet designs such as musical toilets and cabinet-mounted tablets in bathrooms, allowing companies in the bathroom fixture industry to create products that offer a unique and high-tech experience for consumers.
Toilet Humor
The trend of adding humor and fun to everyday experiences has resulted in products such as toilet newspapers and the playable Pac-Man costume, providing businesses the opportunity to create unique and entertaining products for consumers that keep them engaged and amused.
Industry implications
What the Permanent Distraction trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookEntertainment Industry
The entertainment industry can utilize the constant need for on-the-go entertainment and create innovative solutions that cater to the demand for immediate satisfaction.
Bathroom Fixture Industry
The bathroom fixture industry can embrace the trend of augmented toilets and incorporate technology into their products, providing consumers with a unique and high-tech experience.
Product Development Industry
There is an opportunity for the product development industry to create entertaining and humorous products such as toilet newspapers and playable costumes, that add excitement and fun to everyday experiences.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Permanent Distraction
Trend score 5.3 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 77%, freshness 8%.
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Evidence
Examples of the Permanent Distraction trend
8 featured examples from Aug 23 to Dec 23, 2010Toilet Tank Aquariums
Save Water with the Eco-friendly Fish 'n Flush
The Fish n' Flush introduces innovation to the bathroom fixture manufacturing industry by combining a fish tank and toilet, opening possibilities for new and distinctive designs.
Bathroom Gaming Consoles
Toilet Gamers Don't Let the Call of Nature Take Them Away Gaming
Gambling and gaming companies can develop new products and experiences targeting toilet gamers.
Apple Toilets
The iPottie Tries its Hand at the Royal Flush
Companies in the bathroom fixture manufacturing industry can create high-tech and luxury smart toilets similar to the iPottie to cater to the modern consumer's needs and preferenc…
Toilet Newspaper
Educational Toilet Experiences With the 'Things We Didn't Know Loo Roll'
Toilet paper manufacturers and brands can embrace the concept of providing educational content on their products to enhance user experience.
Coin-Operated Costumes
The Playable Pac-Man Costume is Sure to be a Hit This Halloween
Companies in the costume and party supplies industry can capitalize on the demand for interactive and unique costumes that offer a memorable experience.
Cabinet-Mounted Tablets
The Griffin Cabinet Mount for iPad is for Kitchens, Garages & Bathrooms
Opportunity for increased sales of tablet devices if they are more securely mountable in various locations.
Musical Toilets
Inax Regio Smart Toilet is Very Intuitiive for Your Bathroom Pleasure
Smart Toilets are a prime example of how AI can be integrated into products for home automation, creating new opportunities for businesses in the IoT sector.
In-Car Arcades
The Nintendo Emulator Headrest Lets You Game On the Go
Disruptive innovation opportunity for automotive companies to integrate advanced entertainment systems into their vehicles.