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Cute Computer Mittens

The USB Toast Hand Warmers Keep the Chill Away While Typing

— November 22, 2012 — Tech
Tapping away on keyboards is not enough activity to keep hands warm during the winter season, even if a person is writing indoors, but the USB Toast Hand Warmers certainly will. Taking the thought of toasty fingers to a completely cute level, these computer mitts have been designed to look like a pair of anime characters. Made to look like two slices of hot bread, the USB Toast Hand Warmers ensure that people can continue to type away in comfort.

Available on Firebox, the USB Toast Hand Warmers may come in one size, but with an easy velcro strap, it should fit most hands. It comes with a USB cord that features a built-in temperature control to adjust the heat as needed. All it requires to work is a USB connection.
Trend Themes
1. Usb-powered Hand Warmers - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable USB-powered hand warmers for different hand sizes, allowing users to adjust the heat as needed.
2. Anime-inspired Computer Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of anime-inspired computer accessories, combining functionality with unique designs to cater to the growing market of anime enthusiasts.
3. Comfortable Typing Gadgets - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent ergonomic typing gadgets that provide warmth and comfort, improving productivity and reducing hand strain for professional typists.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to integrate technology into everyday products, such as developing USB-powered hand warmers, to enhance user experiences and meet evolving consumer needs.
2. Fashion and Accessories - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion and function by designing fashionable hand warmers and accessories that provide practical solutions for staying warm in cold weather.
3. Gaming and Anime - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the growing market of gaming and anime enthusiasts by creating unique and themed computer accessories, catering to the specific interests of this target audience.
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