# Innovation Addiction Spoofs 'What it's Like to Own an Apple Product' Paints a Funny Reality By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-06-19 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-its-like-to-own-an-apple-product References: [digg](http://digg.com/comics_animation/What_it_s_like_to_own_an_Apple_product_The_Oatmeal) & [theoatmeal](http://theoatmeal.com/comics/apple) 'What it’s Like to Own an [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-tech-products) Product' is something most of us know by now. With iPods, [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/projectcstf-protection-from-impact), and [iPads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crayon-pro) everywhere you turn, the world seems to be under the control of Steve Jobs. This cartoon reminds us of how often the innovative company comes out with a new product, and how addicted consumers are to those incredible products. The 'What it’s Like to Own an Apple Product' cartoon is hilarious in its partial telling of the truth. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Addiction to Innovation:** Emphasize the psychological dependency consumers have on constantly evolving products and technologies. - **Consumer Obsession:** Highlight the extreme consumer fascination and loyalty towards specific brands and their products. - **Impact of Steve Jobs:** Explore the lasting influence and legacy of Steve Jobs on the technology industry and consumer behavior. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** Identify opportunities to disrupt the technology industry by creating products that cater to consumers' addiction to innovation. - **Consumer Electronics:** Develop innovative marketing strategies to tap into the consumer obsession with specific brands and their products. - **Digital Media:** Utilize storytelling and creative content to showcase the impact of iconic individuals like Steve Jobs on the digital media landscape. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [New Tech Product Announcements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-tech-products.md) - [Charged Phone Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apples-miss-you.md) - [Colorful Tech Stylus Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crayon-pro.md) - [Acrylic Smartphone Addiction Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/methaphone.md) - [Computer-Inspired Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-drip.md) - [Auction-Inspired Technology Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-data-auction-commercial.md) - [Nostalgic Timeless Click Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-fidget.md) - [Cartoon-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-2.md) - [Gag-Turned-Reality Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-grass.md)