# Immeasurably Useful USBs The Frohne eClip Flash Drive Stores Files and Fulfills Additional Needs By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-07-11 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frohne-eclip References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/frohne-eclip-a-paper-clip-and-usb-flash-drive/) & [frohneusa](http://www.frohneusa.com/) As proven by the Frohne eClip, [flash drive technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-pi-flash-drive) has reached a sufficiently sophisticated point where supplementary features can be integrated into the design of the tiny gadgets. This particular example functions as an effective 8GB USB drive but boasts the tangible ability to be a [pocket ruler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiroler-20) and a paper clip. The FrohneUSA item can measure small objects of up to 23 millimeters along one of its straight sides. Doctors, engineers and designers would likely make good use of this practical aspect. Additionally, a flexible hook molded out of the casing material suffices to fasten the Frohne eClip to the edge of pockets, to keychains and to bits of paper. [Security software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchlock-unlocks-drives) ensures that the information you've stored on your thumbdrive will be for your eyes only. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Integrated Flash Drives:** The integration of supplementary features into flash drive design creates new possibilities for functionality and convenience. - **Practical Multifunctionality:** The inclusion of practical features such as pocket rulers and paper clips in flash drives opens up opportunities for various professional applications. - **Compact Utility Devices:** Compact devices like the Frohne eClip demonstrate the potential for combining multiple useful tools into a small, portable package. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore the integration of additional features into flash drives to enhance usability and cater to specific professional needs. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can benefit from flash drives with integrated measurement tools, providing doctors and healthcare professionals with a convenient and versatile device. - **Design:** The design industry can leverage flash drives that double as pocket rulers and paper clips to streamline workflows and enhance creative processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Icon-Shaped USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folderdrive.md) - [Laptop-Fitted USB Stick Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-antoine.md) - [Record-Setting Compact Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-fit-usb-c.md) - [Four-Way Connective Flash Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centralspot-innovation.md) - [Dedicated Encryption Storage Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexar-jumpdrive-fingerprint-f35-pro.md) - [Ruggedly Encrypted USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encrypted-usb-drive.md) - [Clipping Pen Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clippen.md) - [Foldable USB Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-usb.md) - [Portable SSD Storage Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssd-storage-device.md)