The Knork is a fairly basic cutlery item--knife meets fork. The Knork obviously spawns from our perpetual laziness and need to do eat dinner while sending SMS messages and emails.
The device is simple. By combining the fork with the knife, your remaining, previously engaged hand, is free to use your mobile device. The Knork is the genius brainchild of the Kansas City, MO company Phantom Enterprises and is available in 18/10 Stainless Steel and plastic versions.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Multi-functional Utensils
- There's an opportunity for product innovation by creating more utensils that serve multiple purposes.
- Technology-integrated Dining
- There's an opportunity to develop more dining products that incorporate technology use.
- Accessibility-focused Utensils
- There's an opportunity to create more utensils that can be used easily by people with disabilities.
Where This Applies
- Kitchenware
- Kitchenware companies can explore developing more multi-functional utensils for consumers who value convenience and efficiency.
- Technology
- Tech companies can collaborate with the dining industry to create more technology-integrated dining experiences.
- Medical Equipment
- Medical equipment companies have an opportunity to develop more accessible utensils for people with disabilities.
