# Secret Agent Writing Utensils The Video Pen is Perfect for Budget James Bonds By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-pen References: [uniquedaily](http://www.uniquedaily.com/the-video-pen/) & [harrietcarter](http://www.harrietcarter.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/product.detail/_/Video-Pen/productID/da802284-eec6-40ce-895f-e5ee3ddeea9c/categoryID/f4b162de-5f75-473b-a1da-fe106dab92d3/) I am officially adding the Video Pen to my back-to-school shopping list. This pen [records video and takes photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-camera) at the touch of a button, turning any ordinary man or woman into a super spy. The Video Pen has a [built-in microphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voicepen) and can hold 4,000 videos and 75 minutes of video. The Video Pen also has a [built-in USB port](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-writing-device) allowing for easy and efficient uploading of videos and photos. Check out the links to your left to learn more about the wonderful Video Pen. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Hidden Camera Pens:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop hidden camera pens with advanced video and photo capabilities for surveillance and investigative purposes. - **Smart Writing Tools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smart writing tools that combine traditional writing with digital capabilities, such as audio recording and instant data transfer. - **Covert Recording Devices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design covert recording devices disguised as everyday objects, enabling discreet audio and video capturing in various situations. ### Where This Applies - **Surveillance Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate and expand surveillance equipment industry by developing covert recording devices with advanced features and improved usability. - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the stationery and office supplies industry by integrating smart technology into writing utensils, improving productivity and functionality. - **Security and Investigations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in the security and investigations industry by creating high-tech hidden camera pens and covert recording devices for professional use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactical Tool-Packed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto-tak-pen.md) - [Real-Time Digitizing Note-Taking Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digitizing-notetaking.md) - [10-in-1 Multifunctional Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multak.md) - [Performance-Driven Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen.md) - [Multi-Functional EDC Tool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-tool-pen.md) - [Machined Metallic Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-pen.md) - [Pint-Sized EDC Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-fang-20.md) - [AI Transcription Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowtica-scribe.md) - [Filmmaker-Approved Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montblanc-x-wes-anderson.md)