# Pod-Based Ice Cream Makers The LG Snowwhite Quickly Prepares Premium Frozen Treats By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-03-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-snowwhite References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/lg-snowwhite-pod-ice-cream-machine-sxsw-2019-11569399/) [Pod-based coffee makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l-or-barista-absolu) have quickly become a favorite amongst consumers seeking a simple, convenient way to prepare hot drinks from home, so the [LG](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-appliances) Snowwhite aims to extend this functionality to the realm of desserts. The [ice cream maker machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-1) works by being used with two kids of pods: one for the kind of dessert desired and another for the flavor. This will allow users to craft their own customized treat from the comfort of their home without having to head out to a local ice cream shop or purchase prepackaged varieties. The LG Snowwhite ice cream machine was shown off by the brand as a prototype appliance at SXSW 2019 in Austin, Texas but could become a reality in the near future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pod-based Dessert Makers:** Creating a pod-based dessert maker with customizable pod options could revolutionize at-home dessert making - **Single-serve Frozen Treats:** Developing a single-serve pod-based ice cream maker could disrupt the traditional ice cream industry - **Convenient Home Cooking Appliances:** More pod-based appliances can be developed for home cooking, giving customers a quick and easy way to make delicious meals without leaving their kitchen ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Appliance:** Home appliance manufacturers could integrate pod technology into more kitchen appliances, making cooking and baking convenient and accessible to everyone - **Food Industry:** The food industry could incorporate pod-based technology to offer pre-packaged, customized dessert options - **Retail:** Retail stores could develop and sell pods for use in at-home pod-based dessert makers, creating a new market and revenue stream ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Purpose Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soffice.md) - [Portable Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocinare-krush.md) - [At-Home Soft-Serve Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmia-softsnap.md) - [Portable Frozen Treat Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-treat1.md) - [Ultra-Fast Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icreamlab.md) - [Countertop Soft Serve Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-swirl-by-creami.md) - [Automated Frozen Treat Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-creami-deluxe.md) - [Hassle-Free Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuisinart-solo-scoops-ice-cream-maker.md) - [Soft Pastel Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-pastel-ice-cream-makers.md)