# Projector Phone Coffee Makers? The Pomegranate NS08 is the Swiss Army Knife of Mobile Phones By Rhonda Knott | Published 2009-03-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pomegranate-ns08-phone-of-the-future References: [howszat.posterous](http://howszat.posterous.com/) & [pomegranatephone](http://www.pomegranatephone.com) The Pomegranate NS08 has been earmarked as the mobile device of the future. You could call it the [Swiss Army](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-multitool) Knife of phones; it’s a sleek red and silver tear drop-shaped technology library. The phone has a [built-in projector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-projection-devices), a must for portable movie theater buffs; it has a coffee brewer, razor, language translator and is a musical instrument, all in one. Or is it just a publicity stunt to promote [Nova Scotia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-ring-design), a place in Canada that recently launched a ‘come to life tourism campaign?’ If yes, it’s a sneaky viral e-marketing ploy that has everyone drooling for a product that doesn’t exist. While not everyone agrees with their awareness methods, handset manufacturers should take note; they have some pretty brilliant ideas on their hands! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Built-in Projectors:** This trend presents an opportunity for companies to innovate by integrating projectors into mobile devices, offering a new way for users to watch movies or present content on-the-go. - **Multi-functional Devices:** The concept of combining various functionalities into a single device opens up possibilities for companies to create disruptive innovations that provide convenience and efficiency for users. - **Viral E-marketing Campaigns:** The success of this viral marketing campaign highlights the potential of leveraging online platforms to generate buzz and attract attention to new products or destinations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Device Manufacturing:** Manufacturers in this industry could explore integrating projectors into mobile devices, creating a unique selling point that appeals to movie enthusiasts and professionals. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in this industry can take inspiration from the multi-functionality of the Pomegranate NS08 and develop innovative devices that combine various features to enhance user experiences. - **Digital Marketing:** Digital marketing agencies can learn from the success of the viral e-marketing campaign used to promote the Pomegranate NS08, and apply similar strategies to generate excitement and interest around new products or services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Projector-Embedded Rugged Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wp100-titan.md) - [Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-mobile-device.md) - [Off-Grid Projector-Packed Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tank-3-pro.md) - [Phone-Casting Portable Projector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinebeam.md) - [Next-Gen Portable Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgimi-mogo-4.md) - [Speaker-Like Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-capsule-coffee-machine.md) - [Business Professional Presentation Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pico-projector-concept.md) - [Off-Grid Entertainment Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8849-tank-3-pro.md) - [Stacking Mobile Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-coffee-grinder.md)