# Sleeve Fan Attachments These Fan Attachments Help Combat Heat in The Summer By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-07-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fan-attachment References: [boingboing.net](http://boingboing.net/2016/07/12/electric-fan-for-your-armpits.html) & [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/thankos-armpit-air-conditioners-are-better-than-any-ama-1783526396) This unusual fan attachment combats the sweat that can easily accumulate in the humid summer weather so many cities experience. Designed by Japanese gadget company 'Thanko,' these battery operated [fan attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jisulife-handheld-fan-ultra2) can be clipped onto the user's sleeve to simultaneously cool them down and dry off any sweat that may have accumulated. The fan can be easily charged with a USB and has three settings based on the user's needs. The odd gadget could be useful for people during the warm summer months, for people whose bodies respond by sweating when they have anxiety, or even for people with [sweating disorders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wati). The armpit coolers can run between five to nine hours and are discreet enough that they could be useful for many individuals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Humid Weather Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more wearable cooling devices to combat sweat and discomfort in humid climates. - **Personal Cooling Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative fan attachments that can be easily attached to clothing to provide personal cooling solutions. - **Discreet Wearable Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design discreet and fashionable wearable gadgets that address specific personal needs like sweat management. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gadget Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expand product lines to include creative and practical attachment gadgets for personal comfort and well-being. - **Wearable Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine the functionality of wearable technology with personal comfort, such as developing cooling devices for specific body areas. - **Healthcare and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate cooling devices and gadgets into the healthcare and wellness industry to aid individuals with sweating disorders or discomfort caused by anxiety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable App-Connected AC Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gloture-wearcool.md) - [Wearable Air Conditioning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolify-air.md) - [Personal Air Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silent-cicada.md) - [Targeted Cooling Relief Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckband-fan-vision.md) - [Cooling Outdoor Neckbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolify-2s.md) - [High-Power Cooling Neckbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neck-cooler.md) - [Body-Mounted Air Conditioner Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-air-conditioner-cooling-vest.md) - [360-Degree Neck Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-bladeless-neck-fan.md) - [Wearable Temperature Control Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-reon-pocket-5.md)