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— June 11, 2009 — Unique
Paper clips just got a heck of a lot cooler (if they ever were cool to begin with). Sungho Lee is a Korean Designer who sent DesignBoom.com images of his latest project, 'LED Clips.'

DesignBoom states that “normal LED's light parts consist of two legs, a plus and minus terminal pin for power supply.”

Lee has changed this traditional LED form, changing the legs which can be lit up by clipping onto batteries.

Implications - Applying interesting and entertaining features to products that the average consumer uses on a regular basis is a great way for companies to separate themselves from competitors. Buyers will be drawn toward a product that serves an entertaining purpose as well as its original intended use.

Trend Themes

  1. LED Clips — Sungho Lee's LED clips that can be lit up by clipping onto batteries.
  2. Innovative LED Designs — Innovative and entertaining features added to products can differentiate them from competitors.
  3. Everyday Product Upgrades — Upgrading everyday products with added features can attract buyers.

Industry Implications

  1. Office Supplies — The LED clips can disrupt the office supplies industry.
  2. Consumer Goods — The upgrade to everyday products can disrupt the consumer goods industry.
  3. Lighting Design — Sungho Lee's innovative LED designs can disrupt the lighting design industry.
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