# Networking Pocket Watches Serendipity from Hoang M Nguyen Puts a New Spin on Social Media By Michael Hines | Published 2011-04-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serendipity-from-hoang-m-nguyen References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/04/13/serendipity-in-social-networking/) & [creativesession.us](http://www.creativesession.us/2011/04/01/serendipity-social-network-dream/) Serendipity from Hoang M Nguyen of CREATIVEsessions is a neat little gadget designed to take the concept of social media to new heights. Serendipity is a [pocket watch-shaped gadget](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuture-wrist-tech) that lets you connect with and share information with friends like never before. Serendipity users can load their device with apps that interest them like games, sports, news and social networking sites. You select the apps by moving your finger along a crescent-shaped scroll wheel, which lets you easily go from one app to another without having to open up a new screen. The device also folds out width-wise, providing users with a full QWERTY keyboard to type with. Users could create a profile that would be partially visible for others to see. The standard amount of personal information could be uploaded, along with documents like resumes. Serendipity lets you add friends and even has a killer radar feature that pops up and helps you find your friends when they are nearby. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mobile Social Networking:** The trend of mobile devices that enhance social networking experiences, like Serendipity pocket watch, presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the mobile technology industry. - **Interactive Wearable Gadgets:** The trend of interactive wearable gadgets, exemplified by Serendipity pocket watch, offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the consumer electronics industry by combining fashion and functionality. - **Personalized Information Sharing:** The trend of personalized information sharing devices, such as Serendipity pocket watch, opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the information technology industry by enabling tailored experiences and efficient communication. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Technology:** The mobile technology industry can leverage the trend of devices like Serendipity pocket watch to develop innovative solutions that redefine social networking experiences. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore disruptive innovation by integrating fashion and functionality in wearable gadgets inspired by Serendipity pocket watch. - **Information Technology:** The information technology industry can capitalize on the trend of personalized information sharing devices, such as Serendipity pocket watch, to create innovative solutions for efficient and tailored communication. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Pocket Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arsham-droplet.md) - [Retro Messaging Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pippo.md) - [Customizable Friendship-Forging Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iradius-networking-app.md) - [Dedicated Social Media Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twitter-3d-gadget.md) - [Pocketable Handheld Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch1.md) - [Retro Social App Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-instagram-gadget.md) - [Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod.md) - [Smart Wearable Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-device1.md) - [Hand-Worn Athlete Smart Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handworn-smart-display.md)