Almost every little girl dreams of having their doll themed wishes come true, and with this doll-inspired plastic surgery app, all wishes come true.
This offbeat app is a doll-inspired program that allows its target market to become little surgeons in the comfort of wherever they're using their iPads. The app tells the story of an overweight and "lesser attractive" doll wanting to make a few tweaks and alterations to her appearance. With the help of the user, the doll undergoes liposuction and other cosmetic surgery procedures that require injecting anesthetic and making incisions with a scalpel.
After a week of release, Apple pulled the doll-inspired plastic surgery app from its store never to be seen again by the eyes of young girls nine years and under.
Children's Cosmetic Surgery Apps
The Doll-Inspired Plastic Surgery App is Cunning
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Cosmetic Surgery Apps for Kids - The rise of virtual cosmetic surgery apps opens up opportunities for companies to create ethical and educational apps teaching young people about the risks and benefits of cosmetic surgery.
2. Age-appropriate Apps for Children - The surge in age-inappropriate apps highlights the need for companies to invest in creating apps that meet the educational and moral standard for children.
3. Ethical Considerations in App Development - Negative reactions to apps designed for children illustrate the importance of startups and publishers becoming well-versed in the law, industry practices, and morals regarding app development.
Industry Implications
1. Education - As concerns about the negative influence of apps targeting young people have grown, the education industry now has an opportunity to invest in creating or certifying ethical and educational apps for young children.
2. Toy Industry - Manufacturers in the toy industry have opportunities to develop dolls that teach young children the importance of self-love and body positivity.
3. App Development - This trend presents an opportunity for app developers to create apps with morals and standards that align with society's value system.