# Micro Spy Cams The Mame-Cam is a Miniscule Image Recorder By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-02-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mame-cam References: [gizmo.do](http://gizmo.do/fZH4nF) & [thanko.jp](http://www.thanko.jp/product/usb/mame-cam.html) The Mame-Cam is a fully functioning [ultra tiny camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-go-ultra) that can take [still images and video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyu-camera). Created by Thanko, a Japanese company, the Mame-Cam utilizes a microSD card to store all of its data. Small enough to sit on your finger tip, the Mame-Cam will shock people when they find out it is a working piece of technology. If you wanted to take a [sneaky video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-smart-camera-4c), this would be the perfect inconspicuous device to use. With a battery life that lasts about 36 minutes, this piece will give you enough time to gather incriminating evidence. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Miniature Cameras:** There is a growing trend for ultra tiny cameras like the Mame-Cam that are able to capture images and videos inconspicuously. - **Microsd Storage:** The use of microSD cards for data storage in miniature devices is becoming increasingly popular due to their small size and large storage capacity. - **Discreet Surveillance:** The demand for compact and discreet surveillance devices like the Mame-Cam is rising, providing opportunities for innovative and covert surveillance solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Security:** The security industry can capitalize on the trend of discreet surveillance by developing advanced mini cameras and innovative monitoring technologies. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the use of microSD cards in various miniature devices, opening up opportunities for compact and portable gadgets. - **Investigation and Legal Services:** The investigation and legal services industry can leverage miniature cameras like the Mame-Cam to gather discreet evidence and improve surveillance capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Handheld Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-camera.md) - [Compact Body Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-body-camera.md) - [Handsfree Miniature Wearable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-nano.md) - [Adorable Mini Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-digital-toy-camera.md) - [Portable Game Device Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-mini-camera.md) - [Tiny Colorful Camera Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chamera.md) - [Collectible Mini Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-mini-cam.md) - [Mac-Based Surveillance Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spycam.md) - [Minimal Portable Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powershot-v10.md)