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Smart Backpack Solutions

The APLM SmartBag Fits All of One's Work Essentials

— February 25, 2015 — Art & Design
The APLM SmartBag is a smart backpack solution that fits all of one's work and travel essentials. Boasting six compartments, this carryall is equipped with six USB ports, making it a mobile charging station for one's tech accessories.

Fitting a laptop, tablet, phone and camera, APLM's smart backpack will keep one's devices protected and charged when they are at a low battery rate. This product is currently being crowd-funded on Indiegogo and can be pre-ordered on the website for a price of $399.

Described as the world's smartest backpack, the APLM SmartBag is a revolutionary product that can house one's tech accessories without looking bulky. In addition to its practical compartments, this carryall is sleek and style-conscious for the working professional.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Backpacks - Technological advancements in backpacks may lead to a new line of portable charging stations and digital lockers that protect your devices and belongings better than ever before.
2. Mobile Charging Solutions - Mobile charging solutions like the APLM SmartBag could pave the way for a range of portable charging products that are convenient and versatile enough to keep up with our increasingly mobile lifestyles.
3. Style-conscious Work Accessories - As work and tech continue to blend together, there's an opportunity for fashion-forward work accessories that don't compromise on practicality or functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Luggage - Companies that specialize in travel and luggage could integrate smart features, such as charging stations and digital locks, into their products to make them more convenient and secure for customers.
2. Technology and Accessories - Technological advancements in smart backpacks, mobile charging solutions, and style-conscious work accessories could benefit companies that produce and sell technology products or tech accessories.
3. Fashion and Design - The trend towards style-conscious work accessories could create an opportunity for companies that specialize in fashion and design to create unique and practical accessories that cater to the demands of the modern worker.
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