# Cute Computer Mittens The USB Toast Hand Warmers Keep the Chill Away While Typing By Meghan Young | Published 2012-11-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-toast-hand-warmers References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2012/11/22/usb-toast-hand-warmers-will-keep-your-hands-toasty-and-adorable/) & [firebox](http://www.firebox.com/product/5568/USB-Toast-Hand-Warmers) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tippy-type) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermittens). Available on [Firebox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-stove), 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 Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **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. - **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. - **Comfortable Typing Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent ergonomic typing gadgets that provide warmth and comfort, improving productivity and reducing hand strain for professional typists. ### Sectors Adopting This - **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. - **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. - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anthropomorphic Hand-Warming Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawaii-hot-sauce-hand-warmers.md) - [Adorable Pebble-Shaped Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cellphone-hand-warmer.md) - [Warming Power Bank Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wb-battery-powered-hand-warmer.md) - [Heated Posture Correction Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funbaruzu-warmers.md) - [Temperature-Adjusting Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratum-workplace-thermal-comfort.md) - [Rechargeable Magnetic Hand Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-hand-warmers.md) - [Glove-Like Keyboard Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glove80-keyboard.md) - [Air Cushion Hand Massagers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabletop-hand-massager.md) - [Drinking Ritual Finger Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermittens.md)