# Modular Outlet Travel Adapters The 'MICRO' Universal Travel Adapter is Impossibly Compact By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-travel-adapter References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/worlds-smallest-universal-travel-adapter-17-05-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1249002224/micro-the-worlds-smallest-universal-travel-adapter) Many universal travel adapters are designed with a bulky aesthetic and a somewhat clunky look, but the 'MICRO' adapter aims to change this with a design that is impossibly small and compact. The 'MICRO' adapter is capable of being used in virtually any country on the planet and features a [modular aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-power-strip-1) that enables it to be inherently useful when it comes to [saving space in your luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-daypack) or carry-on. The 'MICRO' universal travel adapter is very small in design yet provides users with all the functionalities they need when it comes to providing a way to convert a plug into an outlet for their needs. The 'MICRO' adapter is sized to be about the same size as single socket adapters yet offers all the functionality of universal options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Travel Adapters:** Modular design innovations in outlet adapters are enabling new possibilities for compact and versatile travel solutions. - **Compact Universal Adapters:** Innovations in compactness and universality are making power adapter designs smaller and more efficient for general travel. - **Versatile Plug Converters:** Versatility in plug conversion design is leading to smaller and more efficient universal power adapters for travelers. ### Where This Applies - **Travel Accessories:** A modular, small form factor travel adapter with universal functionality offers a disruptive innovation potential for travel accessory companies. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Miniaturization technology coupled with innovative modular design in universal adapters could offer new manufacturing opportunities for electronic companies. - **International Logistics:** Compact, versatile travel adapter solutions can offer substantial benefits to international logistics companies dealing with power and outlet inconsistencies across regions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Universal Travel-Ready Adaptors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ta205.md) - [Swiveling Universal Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uc01-universal-charger.md) - [Smart Universal Travel Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-universal-travel-adapter.md) - [International Travel Tech Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-travel-adapter.md) - [Multi-Passthrough Travel Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopass.md) - [Sleek Compact Minimal Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-charger.md) - [Versatile European Travel Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/european-travel-adapter.md) - [Sophisticated Travel-Friendly Power Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-travel-adapters.md) - [Mecha-Style Travel Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arsmel-visapro.md)