Classic toy designs are brought into the tech-obsessed age with digital enhancements
Implications - Although the incorporation of technology in playthings is becoming commonplace, a rising number of innovations that give classic designs a modern overhaul are creating parental nostalgia. Wanting to provide children with the same experiences they had, but in a more 21st-century way, the designs also satisfy a child's need for constant electronic stimulation.
Trend Themes
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Retrofuturism — Modernizing classic designs satisfy both nostalgia and electronic stimulation.
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Digitalization of Analog Toys — Digital upgrades to traditional toys enhance experience and create new gaming possibilities.
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App-connected Toys — Toys that connect to apps provide new experiences, learning opportunities and stimulation.
Industry Implications
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Toy Manufacturing — Manufacturing companies can create new products to satisfy changing needs of electronic and non-electronic users through improved designs and upgrade concepts.
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Technology — Toys with digital capabilities and app connectivity tap into the constantly-growing tech industry, bridging the gap between physical and digital, and creating new solutions for everyday material culture.
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Cloud Computing — Capturing and storing data on the cloud platform solves data storage problems and allows playback on any device, creating new potential for cloud computing and innovation.
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Date Range:
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