Durable gadgets cater to consumers with an adventurous zest for life
Implications - As consumers grow weary of over-populated cities, more migrate toward areas where nature and adventure can be enjoyed. Willing to do away with the hustle and bustle of a metropolis, but not with its modern comforts, this temporarily rough-and-tumble behavioral tribe turns to durability-focused tech to satiate both sides of the coin in an attempt to converge the new with the old.
Trend Themes
1. Durable Tech - The trend towards durable tech is driven by consumers' desire for ruggedness and protection when engaging in outdoor or adventurous activities.
2. Reactive Protection Technology - Reactive Protection Technology is a trend in phone case design that protects against any type of sudden impact or instant shock that may occur to it.
3. Rechargeable Lighting - Flashlights are being modernized into electronic tools that feature rechargeable batteries and powerful lighting capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Recreation - Businesses can cater to consumers' desire for durable tech by designing devices that can withstand rugged activities such as hiking, camping, and biking.
2. Smartphone Accessories - Manufacturers can take advantage of the reactive protection technology trend by designing phone cases that offer advanced protection for modern smartphones.
3. Emerging Technologies - Rechargeable lighting is one example of the ways in which manufacturers are transforming traditional tools and hardware into modern electronics.
