# DIY Cubicle Periscopes Clever Boss-Avoiding Periscopes Ensure You're in the Good Books By Allison Love | Published 2010-05-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-avoiding-periscope References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5538156/is-the-boss-coming-up-periscope) & [unplggd](http://www.unplggd.com/unplggd/the-cubicle-periscope-keeping-drones-safe-since-2009-116727) If you're always getting caught doing what you really shouldn't be doing in the workplace, it's time to create your own boss-avoiding periscope. The idea is to attach a mirror atop a cardboard tube, add a [webcam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tew01) to the inside of the tube and keep tabs on whoever is walking your way. With this boss-avoiding periscope, feel free to Facebook and [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teamtap) away, all the while feeling absolutely safe and sure your boss isn't going to sneak up behind you and bust you for wasting company time. Absolutely ingenious. The boss-avoiding periscope may look a little conspicuous, though... ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Periscope:** There is a rising trend of creating DIY periscopes to avoid getting caught doing non-work-related activities in the workplace. - **Boss-avoidance Technology:** The development of boss-avoidance technology, such as periscopes with built-in webcams, is gaining popularity as a means to ensure privacy and productivity at work. - **Workplace Privacy Tools:** The demand for workplace privacy tools, like clever periscope designs, is increasing to help employees maintain a sense of security and freedom while using personal devices at work. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** The technology industry can capitalize on the demand for innovative boss-avoidance gadgets and tools, such as periscopes with embedded webcams. - **Office Supplies:** The office supplies industry can explore opportunities to offer specialized periscope kits or components for DIY enthusiasts looking to create their own boss-avoiding periscopes. - **Digital Security:** The digital security industry can identify disruptive innovation opportunities by creating periscope accessories that enhance privacy and protect against potential surveillance risks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slacking Support Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-slacker.md) - [Anti-Distraction Workplace Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/busy-bar.md) - [Quirky Solo Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-capsules.md) - [Submarine-Inspired Diving Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/periscope-mask.md) - [WFH Mouse-Activating Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouse-mover.md) - [Visualized Desktop Posture Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/posturemonitoring-desk-accessory.md) - [Advanced Video Call Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-4.md) - [Playful Spherical Webcam Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milo-webcam-concept.md) - [Workstation Projection Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/work-wall.md)