The instax mini Link printer is a video game console-themed version of the device that will provide avid gamers with a way to print a physical keepsake from gameplay for a new level of interaction. The device works by connecting to the user's smartphone and will allow the gamer to transfer over screen captures from the Nintendo Switch console to be printed. The app will also provide users with a way to enhance their favorite captures with imagery, text and more to infuse a touch of personality.
The instax mini Link printer is being launched on April 30 alongside a protective Pokemon-themed carrying case that will be available as part of a special bundle kit for avid fans to pick up.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Virtual Reality Printing
- Developing printers that can print out physical copies of in-game virtual reality experiences.
- Interactive Social Gaming
- Creating opportunities for gamers to share, customize and personalize virtual gaming experiences with friends and family.
- Gaming Accessories for Millennials
- Designing fun and elegant gaming gadgets for the millennial generation - think gaming laptops, portable projectors, mobile phone accessories and so on.
Where This Applies
- Gaming
- Developing new gaming peripherals that support unique gameplay experiences, like a printer that prints in-game screenshots.
- Consumer Electronics
- Designing and manufacturing gaming gadgets and accessories to enhance the gaming experience, like mobile phone clips and portable projectors.
- Photography
- Creating hybrid products that merge gaming and photography to appeal to younger customers who are looking for new ways to enjoy interactive entertainment.
