# Omnidirectional Outlet Plugs The 'V.O' Magnetic Power Adapter Works in 360-Degrees By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-06-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-power References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/VOAdapter) & [voadapter](http://www.voadapter.com) Despite the electrical outlet being an essential component in the modern household it hasn't really received much of an update over the years until now with the 'V.O' magnetic power adapter. Working with any outlet and any device or plug, the 'V.O' works by being plugged into an outlet. From here, users can connect their item or device to the accompanying adapter and place it near the main unit. The magnetic attraction will snap it into place and instantly deliver electrical current. The 'V.O' magnetic power adapter requires no hardwire installations and works in 360-degrees, which means you'll never have to readjust your plug to be inserted correctly. The 'V.O' comes in two design options including the [USB Charger adapter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-prime-charger) or the [Universal A/C adapter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-universal-travel-adapter). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Omnidirectional Plugs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new plug designs that can be inserted into outlets at any angle, eliminating the need for readjustment. - **Magnetic Power Adapters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create magnetic adapters that can be used with any device or plug, allowing for easy and instant electrical connection. - **Wireless Power Transfer:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore wireless power transfer technology to eliminate the need for physical plugs and adapters altogether. ### Where This Applies - **Electrical Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate the use of magnetic power adapters in the manufacturing of electrical devices and equipment for easy and efficient power connection. - **Home Improvement Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce omnidirectional plugs and magnetic adapters to the market as convenient and user-friendly alternatives to traditional outlet plugs. - **Technology and Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with device manufacturers to develop wireless power transfer solutions that can revolutionize the way we charge and power our gadgets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Power Station Outlet Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-powerextend-usbc-plug.md) - [Outlet-Mounted Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charging-adapter.md) - [Modular Power Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-power-strip-1.md) - [Swiveling Universal Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uc01-universal-charger.md) - [Modular Power Strip Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodes.md) - [Outlet Transformed Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerbug.md) - [Retailer EV Station Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chargepoint-omni-port.md) - [U-Shaped Power Strip Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strip-2.md) - [Magnetic Technology Charging Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnilink-360-pro.md)