# Pattern-Trailing Orbicular Lights The FLIP Color Changing Lamp Changes Color Across the Spectrum By Akihiko Tse | Published 2013-10-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-color-changing-lamp References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/128537095655399043/FLIP-Color-Changing-Lamp-by-NONdesigns) & [nondesigns](http://www.nondesigns.com/non/shop.aspx?id=AYuHWGWZDcg=) On the surface, the FLIP Color Changing Lamp is just a ball of light, but tossing it, throwing it and spinning it in the air turns it into the stuff of raves. Made by NONdesigns, these $485 orbicular lights are enjoyable and tactile for everyone to play with. By simply lobbing it around, the [light changes color across the spectrum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-roller). The FLIP Color Changing Lamp can create some imaginative and spectacular [trails of light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lp-lamp) if moved around quickly enough, such as by rolling or whirling it around. Made from acrylic and Corian, the batteries can last up to eight hours after a full recharge, done through a plug-in charger. The orbs themselves are slight bigger than the size of one's palm, and have a NONdesign plated logo imprinted on the light. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Lighting:** The FLIP Color Changing Lamp demonstrates the trend of interactive lighting, where users can manipulate the light source to create unique visual effects. - **Tactile Technology:** The orbicular lights of the FLIP Color Changing Lamp cater to the trend of tactile technology, offering a hands-on experience through its tactile and throwable design. - **Color-shifting Products:** The FLIP Color Changing Lamp taps into the trend of color-shifting products, providing users with the ability to change the lamp's color across the spectrum simply by interacting with it. ### Where This Applies - **Lighting:** The lighting industry can explore opportunities for creating interactive and customizable light fixtures that allow users to control the color and visual effects. - **Technology:** The technology industry can capitalize on the trend of tactile interfaces by developing more tactile and interactive devices that enhance user engagement. - **Decor and Home Accessories:** The decor and home accessories industry can embrace the trend of color-shifting products by incorporating color-changing elements into their designs, offering consumers unique and customizable decor options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Calming Orb Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-lamp1.md) - [Levitating Dynamic Ring Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitos.md) - [Dazzling Gradient Lighting Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-bulb.md) - [Childhood-Inspired Magnetic Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbe.md) - [3D-Printed Mood Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbyt.md) - [Floating LED Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poof-light.md) - [Interactive Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangent-lamp.md) - [Poetic Rippling Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yurameki.md) - [Removable Head Portable Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-orbe.md)