# Safety Pin MP3 Players The Cool Man by Newman By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-06-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mp3-players-as-lapel-buttons-the-cool-man-by-newman References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5013539/newmans-cool-man-mp3-player-pin-it-to-your-uniform-for-extra-flair) & [translate.google](http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&u=http://www.imp3.net/articles/2/2008_06/18949_1.html) The Cool Man by Newman is a cute little [MP3 player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-player-wearable-wallet) that looks and functions more like a lapel button pin or a safety pin than a music-playing devise. The Cool Man supports WMA and MP3 and it features control buttons, an OLED monochrome display screen and a built-in microphone. The specifications for the Cool Man button are still incomplete but I like the economy of space in this [simple, high tech design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style). **Implications** - With so many new gadgets coming out each day, consumers are looking for ones with unique details in order to stand out. Products featuring a personalized touch appeal to shoppers who want to differentiate themselves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Personalized Gadgets:** The trend of personalized gadgets is on the rise as consumers seek unique details to stand out. - **Sleek Design:** The growing demand for sleek and compact designs in gadgets is creating opportunities for disruptive innovation. - **Multi-functional Devices:** The trend of multi-functional devices, like the Safety Pin MP3 player, offers opportunities for innovative features and designs. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities in personalized gadgets and sleek designs. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry can tap into the trend of personalized gadgets, like the Safety Pin MP3 player, to offer unique and stylish wearable technology. - **Technology and Innovation:** The technology and innovation sector can capitalize on the demand for multi-functional devices by developing new features and designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful Portable Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-players-1.md) - [Modernized Portable Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tl1-music-player.md) - [Transparent Cyberpunk MP3 Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-device.md) - [Compact Cassette-Inspired Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowsky-retro.md) - [Cassette-Inspired Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-audio-player.md) - [Fan-Made Digital Audio Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-npod.md) - [Digitally Enabled CD Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-cd-player.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing CD Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-cd-player.md) - [Premium Concept CD Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthony-chupp.md)