# iPod Shaped Ice Creams The icePod from Hennig Olsen Makes Music a Cool Treat By Cowbag | Published 2009-03-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-pod-ipod-shaped-ice-creams References: [tuaw](http://www.tuaw.com/2009/03/03/taking-it-too-far-ice-pod-ice-cream-bars/) & [hennig-olsen.no](http://www.hennig-olsen.no/flash.aspx?m=2) Here's a cool play on the iTunes brand: the icePod is an [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-npod)-shaped [frozen dessert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frosty-burger) from Norwegian ice cream company, Hennig Olsen. Take a close look at the imagery on the packet to see how they even tried to copy the GFX design on the packet. Now, if this really was a working iPod, imagine what tunes might be on it! **Implications** - Sweet treats often take the form of icons in pop culture, and with the rise in adoption of [consumer gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-fidget), it's no wonder that food artists are creating edible versions of must-have technology. The iPod in particular has become ubiquitous in society; accordingly, we've seen it in nearly every edible iteration. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Edible Technology:** The rise of consumer technology is inspiring food artists to create edible versions of popular gadgets, leading to opportunities for innovative food and tech collaborations. - **Pop Culture-inspired Food:** Sweet treats taking the form of pop culture icons are becoming increasingly popular, presenting opportunities for unique and creative culinary experiences. - **Iconic Branding in Food Packaging:** Using branding from popular consumer products on food packaging is proving to be an effective strategy for attracting customers, presenting opportunities for cross-industry collaborations. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry is constantly evolving and experimenting with new flavors, textures, and presentations, creating opportunities for unique and innovative products. - **Consumer Technology:** The consumer technology industry is driving trends in culture and society, inspiring artists and entrepreneurs from other industries to create innovative and exciting new products. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Using popular branding and cultural references in marketing and advertising is becoming increasingly effective at capturing the attention of consumers, presenting opportunities for creative cross-industry partnerships. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Automated Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homemade-ice-cream-machine.md) - [Fan-Made Digital Audio Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-npod.md) - [Precisely Made Edible Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-airpods.md) - [Novelty Gelato Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelato-pop.md) - [High-Tech Ice Cream Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tillamook-iscreen.md) - [Logo-Shaped Ice Cream Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hagendazs-stickbars.md) - [Ice Cream-Resembling Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-serve-lamp.md) - [Game-Inspired Layered Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walls-1.md) - [Potato-Packed Ice Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-fry-pops.md)