# Wireless Orb Control Knobs The Griffin PowerMate Knob Controls Your Media Wirelessly By Michael Nieto | Published 2014-01-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-control-knobs References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/griffins-powermate-knob-controller-finally-goes-wirele-1492325889) & [store.griffintechnology](http://store.griffintechnology.com/powermate) For those who wish to change the way they control their computing environment, Griffin now has wireless control knobs that can do it all. The Griffin PowerMate Knob has a spherical polished aluminum design that lights up with its touch functionality. This wireless knob is a new alternative from using a [mouse or track pad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seenda-mou302) in your home or office environment. It operates with only AAA batteries that don't need to be changed very often as it uses minimal power consumption. The sleek and round design makes this unit a [modern accessory for your everyday needs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mx-creative-console-1). The touch sensitive functionality also makes it easier for every movement as wireless control knobs would be ideal to use for your computer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wireless Control Knobs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wireless control knobs for various devices for seamless control and enhanced user experience. - **Touch Sensitive Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate touch sensitive technology into various devices, expanding the ways users interact with them. - **Minimal Power Consumption:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create energy-efficient devices with minimal power consumption for prolonged battery life and reduced environmental impact. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wireless control knobs for TVs, sound systems, and other consumer electronics to revolutionize remote control interaction. - **Computer Peripherals:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate touch sensitive technology into computer peripherals like keyboards and mice, offering more intuitive input methods. - **Smart Home Automation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize wireless control knobs for home automation systems, allowing users to easily manage and control various smart devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Programmable Single-Knob Keypads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macro-knob-pad.md) - [Personalization-Friendly PC Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elgato-stream-deck-plus.md) - [Unified Control Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-id360-touchstone.md) - [Sleek Stone Knob Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/application-programming-interface.md) - [Precision Navigation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kensington-trackball.md) - [Creative-Centric Control Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-console.md) - [Sleek Workflow-Enhancing Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knob-1-keyboard.md) - [Wearable Desktop Control Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prolo-ring.md) - [Programmable Keypad Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-knob-macro-pad.md)