The iPod Nano 7 has diverged greatly from the previous Nano designs. As though inspired by the defunct iPods as well as the iPhones, it boasts a similar rectangular shape and home button. Granted, it is a lot smaller than both of those other devices. Not to mention that it is the thinnest iPod ever created. Nearly the size of a credit card, the iPod Nano 7 is just 5.4mm thin.
Available in October, the iPod Nano 7 is also equipped with a multitouch display. Although it cannot access the Internet since it lacks a web browser and doesn’t support Wi-FI, it does have bluetooth capabilities. This will come in handy when wirelessly streaming to other devices. It is important to note that it will be available in seven different colors
Phone-Mimicking MP3 Players
The iPod Nano 7 is Nearly the Size of a Credit Card
Trend Themes
1. Phone-inspired MP3 Players - Designing MP3 players that mimic smartphones in terms of appearance and features can increase sales to target younger consumers.
2. Ultra-thin Portable Devices - Developing ultra-slim portable devices with advanced technological features can drive demand in the personal electronics market.
3. Bluetooth-enabled Audio Devices - Creating audio devices with Bluetooth connectivity such as speakers, headphones, and earphones banks on the increasing demand of consumers for wireless technology.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Innovating existing product offerings, such as MP3 players, can help businesses maintain a competitive edge in the consumer electronics industry.
2. Telecommunications - Creating bluetooth-enabled products can create opportunities in the telecommunications industry to provide consumers an integrated experience across devices
3. Tech Accessories - Creating accessories for ultra-thin portable devices, such as cases to protect from breakage, can be another lucrative market worth targeting.