# Handheld Text Copiers Copy Your Friend's Notes in Style with the Helpa Portable Scanner By Alex Scott | Published 2010-04-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helpa-portable-scanner References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/helpa-to-simplify-your-routine-work-life/) & [design.torstenplate.de](http://design.torstenplate.de/#home) Wouldn't it be cool to scan anything you wanted at any time? Sure, the novelty may wear out after a while, but you would sure have fun with it for the first two weeks! The Helpa Portable Scanner is a lightweight, [compact gadget](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokepad) that lets you do exactly that. No longer will you need those massive bulky machines just to [duplicate a single document](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-scribe). Designed by Torsten Plate, the Helpa Portable Scanner is made from brushed aluminum and looks a little like it could be a phaser gun. Often you never really need a scanner until you are in a pinch, so this thing would definitely be highly useful in those instances. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Scanners:** The trend of portable scanners allows users to scan documents on the go, providing convenience and flexibility. - **Compact Gadgets:** The trend of compact gadgets offers lightweight and space-saving options for various purposes, opening up opportunities for innovative designs. - **Aluminum Design:** The trend of using brushed aluminum in product design creates sleek and modern aesthetics, enhancing the overall appeal of consumer electronics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Office Supplies:** The office supplies industry can leverage the trend of portable scanners to offer innovative and efficient document management solutions. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the trend of compact gadgets to develop a diverse range of portable and space-saving devices. - **Product Design:** The product design industry can capitalize on the trend of aluminum materials to create visually appealing and durable products in various sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Portable Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-scanner.md) - [Industrial Handheld Printer Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scribe-handheld-printer.md) - [Mailbox-Shaped Scanner Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tou.md) - [Paper Waste Reduction Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-printer-concept.md) - [Pocket-Sized 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspire-3d-scanner.md) - [Full Color 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascand-laser-scanner.md) - [Highlighter-Inspired Reading Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-highlighter.md) - [Written-to-Digital To-Do Lists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papper.md) - [Affordable 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-3d-scanners.md)