# Cappuccino-Perfecting Frothers The 'Fika' Electric Milk Frother Streamlines Custom Coffee Creation By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-frother References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/10/04/the-froth-is-strong-in-this-one/) The 'Fika' electric milk frother enables one to create their own [customized cup of coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fellow-espresso-series-1) without having to head to the local cafe for [barista-quality results](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l-or-barista-absolu). The 'Fika' features a sliding sleeve operation design that enables it to be slid in-hand in order to turn it on and off. This enables it to be operated without having to fumble with buttons or switches when focusing on [milk frothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-depot-milk-maker). The 'Fika'is the design work of Sue Xian Hor and has a smooth geometric design that's comfortable in-hand and good looking in a kitchen drawer. The wooden sleeve on the exterior of the 'Fika' electric milk frother provides a contoured, organic feeling in the hand to help enhance the overall experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Custom Coffee Creation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop coffee-making devices that offer customizable options to create barista-quality coffee at home. - **Streamlined Operation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design kitchen appliances with intuitive and easy-to-use interfaces to simplify tasks and improve user experience. - **Functional Aesthetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine functionality with visually appealing designs to create home appliances that enhance the overall user experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Appliance:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative home appliance solutions that cater to the growing demand for customized and convenient coffee-making experiences. - **Kitchenware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cutting-edge kitchenware products that incorporate ergonomic designs and user-friendly features for improved functionality. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and production techniques to create aesthetically pleasing and functional consumer products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Barista-Quality Frother Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delonghi.md) - [Smart Milk Frothers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreo-baristamaker.md) - [Opulent Italian Milk Frothers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smeg-mini-milk-frother.md) - [Portable Hand-Held Frothers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-frother.md) - [Automated Microfoam Milk Frothers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanofoamer-pro.md) - [Pleated High-Fashion Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessi-pliss-milk-frother.md) - [Luxe Low-Power Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-espresso-machine-and-frother.md) - [Organically Curvaceous Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-coffee-machine.md) - [Milk-Paired Espresso Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaxfree-sf1-max.md)