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Parasitic Gadget Chargers

TheJoyFactory's 'Zip, Touch-n-Go' Accommodates 16 Devices

— January 21, 2011 — Tech
The world of wireless technology is wonderful, but charging all of your many gadgets can get messy unless you're got TheJoyFactory's 'Zip, Touch-n-Go' dock. The organic form of the electronic device looks like it mimics a cell, and with 16 receptors for iPods, GPS's, iPhones and the like, you're sure to sidestep a tangle.

Available with a variety of different plug connectors, TheJoyFactory's 'Zip, Touch-n-Go' tentacles attach to the power strip with integrated magnets. Keeping cords controlled and your battery power up, this sleek product is perfect for tech junkies and full houses.
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Charging Docks - Opportunities to create more efficient wireless charging docks with more ports or more universal compatibility to accommodate various devices, creating a potential market for tech enthusiasts.
2. Organic Design for Tech Products - The potential for new, natural-looking tech products with an organic or unique design approach, creating a unique aesthetic in the market and differentiating from traditional tech products.
3. Magnetic Integration in Tech Devices - Opportunities to integrate magnetic technology into tech products to keep cords controlled and make power charging easier, potentially creating more user-friendly tech products.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the emphasis on wireless technology and organic design to create more aesthetically pleasing and functional gadgets to differentiate themselves from competitors.
2. Furniture and Interior Design - Opportunities for the furniture and interior design industry to create more functional, sleek designs with magnetic technology woven seamlessly into the design, providing a unique selling point and more convenience for consumers.
3. Renewable Energy - Opportunities for the renewable energy industry to create charging devices that are powered by natural energy sources such as wind or solar, which can potentially create a more sustainable market and innovate the charging process.
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