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# Personified Photography
Pico the Video Camera Projector is a Cutesy Photo Peripheral

By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-08-22 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pico-the-video-camera-projector
References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/08/20/projector-camera-smily-face/) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/renedesigns)

Pico the Video Camera Projector has a camera for an eye, a [projector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgimi-vibe-one) for another eye and a microphone for a smile. With [fold-out feet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jmgo-picoplay), this little guy is not only adorable, but it can also stand unaided.

Pico the Video Camera Projector also has the ability to work without a laptop or computer thanks to its full-size display on the back. This adorable [camera peripheral](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tew01) was designed by René Woo-Ram Lee.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.5/10
- Popularity: 50% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Personified Technology:** Developing technology that incorporates human-like features and characteristics.
- **Integrated Camera Projectors:** Creating devices that combine camera and projector functionalities in one compact package.
- **Standalone Devices:** Designing gadgets that operate independently without the need for a computer or laptop.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Consumer Electronics:** Integrating personified features into various consumer electronic devices.
- **Photography:** Incorporating integrated camera projectors into the photography industry.
- **Tech Accessories:** Developing standalone gadgets as innovative tech accessories for users.

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