# Umbrella Predicts Rain Ambient Umbrella Gives 12 Hour Warning By Tao | Published 2007-07-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-with-brains References: [ambientdevices](http://www.ambientdevices.com/products/umbrella.html) This umbrella will tell you when it's going to rain. The [Ambient Umbrella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weather-screen) receives [weather statistics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-weather-station) from www.accuweather.com. The handle illuminates 12 hours prior to expected rain, enough time for you to pack your [rain gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobidry). This item surely demonstrates how the internet can interact with our daily lives in more ways than one. **Implications** - The Internet has become an integral part of this modern society. We rely on the internet for communicating, entertainment and even business. Now there is even technology that allows everyday objects to integrate the Internet with its functions. Companies should begin to brainstorm ways that they can stay current and inject their products with up-to-date tech. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 34% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Internet of Things:** Companies should explore integrating the Internet with everyday objects to enhance their functionality. - **Smart Umbrellas:** There is an opportunity to create umbrellas that can provide real-time weather updates and notifications. - **Connected Weather Accessories:** Companies can develop accessories that connect to weather services to provide users with timely information. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can develop smart umbrellas and connected weather accessories. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate smart technology into their umbrella designs. - **Outdoor Gear:** Outdoor gear companies can create umbrellas that provide real-time weather updates for outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Sensor-Equipped Weather Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accuweather.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Expertly Crafted Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-green-umbrella.md) - [Hyperlocal Weather Forecasting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-weather.md) - [Umbrella-Resembling Playful Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rain-man-lamp.md) - [Intelligent All-in-One Weather Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-weather-station.md) - [Umbrella-Affixed Tracker Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-airtag-accessory.md)