# Flexible Magnet Flashlights The Gorillatorch Bends to Your Specific Lighting Needs By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-08-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gorillatorch References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/08/gorillatorch-sh.php) & [joby](http://joby.com/gorillatorch/) With the shape of a [standard flashlight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fl1-flashlight) it can be hard to get the right light into small spaces, especially when working with small tools, but the Gorillatorch is a new solution to that annoying problem. The Gorillatorch is a standard light that is attached to three bendable legs that have magnets on their feet. The Gorillatorch can be formed to sit just about anywhere and at any angle due to the magnets. Lighting has never been easier and [working in the dark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sk05-pro-blue-led) has never been more fun. The Gorillatorch is like a little tool sidekick! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Flexible Magnet Technology:** Flexible magnet technology allows for innovative solutions for lighting and beyond. - **Bendable Leg Design:** The design of bendable legs creates new possibilities for attaching objects in various environments. - **Adaptive Lighting:** Adaptive lighting provides new opportunities for tailored lighting solutions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The Gorillatorch showcases new developments in consumer electronics for customized lighting solutions. - **Automotive:** Flexible magnet technology and adaptive lighting can provide new solutions for automotive lighting and visibility. - **Manufacturing:** The bendable leg design opens up new opportunities for positioning and attaching tools and equipment in manufacturing processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flexible Orientation Camper Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexit-pocket-light.md) - [Functional Lifestyle Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flashlight-concept.md) - [Illuminating Miniature Multifunctional Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maglight-mini.md) - [Miniature Camping Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-flashlight-duo.md) - [Portable Telescopic Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outask.md) - [Flexible Workstation Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archflex-desk-lamp.md) - [Tactical Telescoping Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outask-td2.md) - [Modular Four-in-One Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xeter-spark.md) - [Multipurpose Flashlight Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onurhan-demir.md)