It has been awhile since I have stumbled across a design as simple and as brilliant as the Continuance USB Battery Charger. Continuance is a rechargeable battery designed to give a little extra juice to battery and USB-powered gadgets in need.
The Continuance USB Battery Charger was designed by Haimo Bao, Hailong Piao, Yuancheng Liu and Xiameng Hu for the 2011 iF Concept Design competition. The built-in USB port of Continuance is what sets this battery apart from all others. Imagine being able to power a dead digital camera and charge a cellphone using the same device. I am probably a little overly excited about this design, but it isn't everyday that you see a concept that is both practical and innovative.
USB Port Batteries
The Continuance USB Battery Charger Powers and Recharges at the Same Time
Trend Themes
1. Rechargeable USB Batteries - The trend of rechargeable USB batteries offers the convenience of powering and recharging gadgets at the same time.
2. Multi-functional Batteries - The trend of multi-functional batteries that can power and charge multiple devices simultaneously presents disruptive possibilities for the electronics industry.
3. Integrated USB Ports - The trend of integrating USB ports into batteries opens up opportunities for more versatile and convenient power solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of rechargeable USB batteries to offer enhanced functionality and convenience to consumers.
2. Mobile Devices - The mobile device industry can leverage the trend of multi-functional batteries to provide users with a seamless and efficient charging experience.
3. Smart Home Technology - The smart home technology industry can explore the potential of integrated USB ports in batteries to power and connect various IoT devices.