# Nose-Clipping Magnifiers The EyeCard is an Ultra Thin Magnifying Glass By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-03-23 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyecard References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/eye-card-a-perfect-gift-for-those-precious-eyes) & [proidee](http://www.proidee.co.uk/concept-store/by-categories/handy-practical/eyecard-set-of-2?HI=laufband&ID_KATEGORIE=120046&SID=SID_z8WKKg7tMqvwTQYKChK7icpYhGBr) The eyeCard is an ultra thin [magnifying glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macroscope-2) that's roughly the same size as your average credit card. It's an easy-to-carry tool that can [slide right into your wallet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tracking-card-pro) so you can always have it ready to use. The eyeCard provides a magnification of 2.5 times, making it easier to read even the smallest fine print. What makes the eyeCard so special is its petite size. It measures only 2mm thick and weighs an insignificant 5 grams. Along with its [nose clip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-the-wing), the eyeCard gives you more freedom to use both hands. When you can't make out the tiny writing on tickets, menus or time tables, slip the eyeCard onto your nose and see things that much clearer. The eyeCard is made out of shatterproof plastic and comes with a plastic case. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ultra Thin Magnifying Glass:** Businesses can explore the possibility of creating ultra-thin magnifying glasses for practical portable use - **Nose-clipping Tool:** Companies can develop more efficient and comfortable nose-clipping tools for magnifying glasses - **Shatterproof Technology:** Innovators can implement shatterproof technology in products to make them sturdier and more durable ### Sectors Adopting This - **Eyewear Industry:** The eyewear industry can expand their product lines to include ultra-thin magnifying glasses that can easily fit in a wallet or pocket - **Manufacturing Industry:** The manufacturing industry can start producing shatterproof and ultra-thin plastic materials which have the potential to be widely used in many consumer products - **Travel Industry:** The travel industry can offer complementary ultra-thin magnifying glasses to customers who have difficulty reading fine print while on the go ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Individual Lens-Protecting Eyewear Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oqular-clip.md) - [Metallic Multitool Wallet Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-tool-card.md) - [Compact Optical Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4x10d-cf.md) - [Scuba-Centric Reading Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-eyewear.md) - [Magnifying Measurement Rulers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-sizes-ruler.md) - [Glasses Cleaning Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloth-capsule.md) - [Card-Sized EDC Tool Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grim-workshop-sere-cards.md) - [Thin Miniature Continuity Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elephant-card.md) - [Tablet-Based Video Magnifying Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-magnifier.md)