The Bottle Opener Hammer Makes Work Enjoyable
Brian G Randles — October 8, 2009 — Lifestyle
References: core77 & toolmonger
The Bottle Opener Hammer is the best thing to happen to manual labor since: well, beer. Combining the power of a hammer with the ingenuity of an alcoholic, the Bottle Opener Hammer is the end-all be-all of blue-collar contraptions.
Okay, so the Harbor Freight's hammer is actually intended to break up ice before you load up your beer cooler, but come on, who doesn't see the poetry pouring out of this little guy?
Implications - Consumers are attracted to multipurpose products and items that are concealed as other everyday goods. Businesses can appeal to potential buyers by integrating other practical features to their products, which eliminate the purchase of multiple items, as well as clutter. Novelty products appeal to consumers due to the entertainment factor and functionality.
Okay, so the Harbor Freight's hammer is actually intended to break up ice before you load up your beer cooler, but come on, who doesn't see the poetry pouring out of this little guy?
Implications - Consumers are attracted to multipurpose products and items that are concealed as other everyday goods. Businesses can appeal to potential buyers by integrating other practical features to their products, which eliminate the purchase of multiple items, as well as clutter. Novelty products appeal to consumers due to the entertainment factor and functionality.
Trend Themes
1. Multipurpose Products - Opportunity to create products that serve multiple functions, reducing the need for consumers to purchase multiple items.
2. Concealed Goods - Opportunity to design products that appear as everyday items but have hidden practical features.
3. Novelty Products - Opportunity to create products that entertain consumers while providing functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Tools and Hardware - Opportunity to integrate practical features into tools and hardware, making them multipurpose and appealing to consumers.
2. Kitchen and Dining - Opportunity to design kitchen and dining products that have concealed features, enhancing functionality and reducing clutter.
3. Gifts and Novelties - Opportunity to develop novelty products that combine entertainment value with practicality, attracting consumers who appreciate unique items.
2.3
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
