Time-Tellers That are Perfect for Geeks
Rose Nazarali — May 29, 2009 — Art & Design
References: uncommongoods & likecool
The Geek Clock is very unlike any other clock. It tells the time, sure. But instead of making it easy like all those other lowly clocks, it makes you work for the time!
Instead of numbers, the Geek Clock uses mathematical equations that equal the correct numbers.
There is, however, a cheat sheet available just in case.
Implications - Businesses can use the theme of education within their products to enhance consumerism. A lot of people feel that learning is one of the most important things a person can do and creating items that stimulate learning is fulfilling a big need. Most learning products are for children, but this trend goes to show that there is an adult market too.
Instead of numbers, the Geek Clock uses mathematical equations that equal the correct numbers.
There is, however, a cheat sheet available just in case.
Implications - Businesses can use the theme of education within their products to enhance consumerism. A lot of people feel that learning is one of the most important things a person can do and creating items that stimulate learning is fulfilling a big need. Most learning products are for children, but this trend goes to show that there is an adult market too.
Trend Themes
1. Educational Products for Adults - Opportunity for businesses to create innovative products that stimulate learning for adults.
2. Gamified Time-telling Devices - Businesses can create clocks and time-telling devices that engage users in solving puzzles or playing games to tell the time.
3. Mathematical Learning Tools - Opportunity for businesses to develop educational tools and resources that use mathematical equations to teach and engage users.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can incorporate educational features and games into their products, catering to a market that values learning.
2. Toy and Game Manufacturing - Toy and game manufacturers can create innovative time-telling puzzles and games that attract both children and adults.
3. Educational Technology - Companies in the educational technology sector can design and produce interactive learning tools that use mathematical equations to enhance the learning experience.
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