# Timepiece Miniature Printers Kodak Wrist Kiosk Shrinks an Entire Photo Shop Down to an Accessory By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-04-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-wrist-kiosk References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/the-kodak-wrist-kiosk-wrist-printer-187244) & [1000words.kodak](http://1000words.kodak.com/2013/04/01/presenting-kodak-wrist-kiosk/) Alright, we'll just set aside the fact that the launch of the [Kodak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prinics) Wrist Kiosk was an April Fools' Day joke and consider it purely as a compelling concept. Circulated around the blogosphere, this cutting-edge wrist-worn techcessory suggests that the capabilities of a full-sized Kodak kiosk might be condensed to the size of a [chronograph](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwn5600-nano-ring), making it easy for one to make hard copies of his pictures on his very own arm. The designer of this apparently cutting-edge device has made it to visually complement the life-size version of the photo booth that you can find it print shops and department stores. A small slot in the top of the Kodak Wrist Kiosk would accommodate a microSD card, a touchscreen face lets you input commands and a slit in the bottom dispenses your [tiny printed snapshots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selphy-qx20). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wrist-worn Printing Technology:** The concept of a miniature printer integrated into a wearable device opens up opportunities for on-demand printing and instant photo sharing. - **Miniaturization of Technology:** The shrinking of a full-sized kiosk into a wrist accessory showcases the potential for miniaturization and portability of various technologies. - **Personalized Printing Solutions:** The ability to print photos on your own arm suggests a trend towards personalized, portable printing solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Print and Imaging Industry:** The development of wearable printing technology could disrupt the traditional print and imaging industry by providing individuals with more convenient printing options. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The integration of printers into wearable devices could present new opportunities for the consumer electronics industry, creating a niche market for personalized and portable printing. - **Fashion and Accessories Industry:** The combination of technology and fashion in the form of a wrist-worn printer opens up possibilities for innovation and collaboration within the fashion and accessories industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subtle Smartphone-Friendly Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-image-box.md) - [Portable Photobooth Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-sprocket-photobooth.md) - [Adorable Mini Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-digital-toy-camera.md) - [Instant Camera Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prinics.md) - [Digital-to-Analog Photo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jollylook-eye.md) - [Sleek Instant Print Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-printomatic.md) - [Pocket-Sized Photo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivy-2-mini-photo-printer.md) - [Miniature Photo Display Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autoheart-picpak-digital-frame.md) - [Elongated Photo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-sprocket-panorama.md)