Mini Power is the apt name for a disposable cardboard battery made specifically for smartphones. Likened to a vitamin for such devices by Fast Co Design, Mini Power comes in capsules that can be ripped off and 'ingested' when a little more juice is needed throughout the day. Although some people will argue that it doesn't take much to carry around a charger, these are perfect for those emergencies when there are no outlets around.
Designed by Tsung Chih-Hsien, Mini Power is a Red Dot Design Award-winning concept made out of cardboard, which is perfect for eco-conscious individuals. It comes in three increments (two, four and six hours) and is meant to be sold in places like conveniences stores and other wayward stops.
Disposable Smartphone Batteries
Mini Power by Tsung Chih-Hsien is an Emergency Energy Source
Trend Themes
1. Disposable Smartphone Batteries - Offering one-time use battery options for smartphones has the potential to disrupt the portable battery market and provide a more eco-friendly solution.
2. Cardboard Electronics - Creating electronics out of eco-friendly materials like cardboard has the potential to disrupt traditional electronic manufacturing and appeal to an environmentally conscious consumer base.
3. Convenient Energy Sources - Providing easily accessible mini energy sources in places like convenience stores and airports has the potential to disrupt the traditional power bank market and appeal to consumers in need of a quick energy boost while on the go.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The development of Mini Power and other eco-friendly electronics has the potential to disrupt the traditional consumer electronics industry and appeal to consumers seeking environmentally responsible options.
2. Retail - Retailers can capitalize on the trend of convenient energy sources by partnering with manufacturers to offer these products in-store and appeal to consumers in need of a quick energy boost while on-the-go.
3. Environmental Sustainability - The trend of creating eco-friendly electronics can disrupt the traditional manufacturing industry and appeal to consumers that prioritize environmental sustainability in their purchasing decisions.