# Downloadable Digital Animals These Digital Pets are a Sound Solution to the Real Thing By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-01-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-pets References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/01/18/interactive-3-d-pets-in-a-jar/) Despite how these adorable digital pets appear in the images, they are not micro-beings. Instead, they are digital displays provided by a downloadable online application. These [interactive 3D pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagix) are not only fun and visually stunning, but also serve to teach children the life stages of animals. They are interactive too, as each Jarpet contains [multi-sensory technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-mals). This concept also allows for infinite types of animals to "own" and therefore learn about, which is ideal for kids who are interested in specific animals. I know I would be interested to learn about dinosaurs and unicorns (if available). The Jarpet is a winner of a red dot award as a design concept winner, and by the looks of it, it certainly deserves it. It would be no surprise if one's room quickly turns into a zoo trying to collect the multiple [digital pets available](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitzee-hamster-ball). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Digital Pets:** The trend suggests an opportunity for developers to create more interactive and educational digital pets for children and adults. - **Multi-sensory Technology:** The trend suggests an opportunity for developers to integrate multi-sensory technology in the development of future digital products and services. - **Virtual Learning:** The trend suggests an opportunity for educators to explore the integration of virtual learning platforms in teaching biology, animal life, and other related subjects. ### Where This Applies - **Edtech:** The trend suggests an opportunity for EdTech companies to tap into virtual learning platforms that can use interactive digital pets. - **Gaming:** The trend suggests an opportunity for gaming companies to develop more interactive, educational, and visually stunning digital pet games for children and adults. - **Consumer Electronics:** The trend suggests an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop more interactive and multi-sensory devices and products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Pet Planter Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-pot-concept.md) - [Digital Floating Pet Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitzee.md) - [Next-Gen AI Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zumi.md) - [Digital Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitzee-jurassic-world.md) - [Squishy Digital Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punirunes.md) - [Animation-Themed Virtual Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bitzee-disney.md) - [Digital Pet Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-hearts.md) - [Virtual Metaverse Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-pets-company.md) - [Interactive Pixel Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-hugs.md)