Digital Bubble Wrap
PutiPuti
Bandai has invented a toy called PutiPuti, which emulates the sensation you get from popping bubble wrap along with the sound. Bandai designed the toy in co-operation with the real maker of bubble wrap so it should be the most realistic bubble wrap simulator on the market. But that's not all for every 100 pops they throw in an ridiculous noise such as a door bell, barking dog, fart or sexy voice (i wonder if it is Borat's voice)...okay I would have been fine with just the pops. The one thing this toy is missing is the sense of accomplishment you feel when you have popped the entire sheet of bubble wrap, which might have been a couple feet wide. The PutiPuti comes in 5 colours and is attached to a key-chain so: "Anytime, anywhere, forever:you can putiputiâ€
Trend Themes
1. Sensory Toys - The popularity of toys like PutiPuti shows a growing demand for sensory experiences that can be replicated in a digital form.
2. ASMR Simulation - The sound effects of PutiPuti provide an opportunity for the development of ASMR simulators and apps.
3. Nostalgic Entertainment - Toys like PutiPuti tap into the sentimentality of adults who seek to relive childhood memories through digital means.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The toy industry can benefit from embracing digital innovations to create toys that provide a sensory experience through sound and touch.
2. Entertainment Industry - The popularity of PutiPuti among adults reveals a potential market for innovative forms of digital entertainment that tap into nostalgia and sensory experiences.
3. Digital App Industry - The success of PutiPuti suggests an opportunity to develop digital apps that simulate ASMR experiences and other sensory pleasures.