The Laptop Finger Trap
References: techdigest
Who needs passwords when you can have this laptop lock? If your room mate or some jerk in the office likes using your laptop without your permission, then set a trap for those naughty fingers with Tino Dobra's Laptop Finger Trap!
The Finger Trap is attached to a Kensington Lock when the laptop is unattended. A screen saver tells passers-by that the laptop is locked, just in case they can't figure out that putting fingers on the scrolling pad will spring the trap.
It is a concept design that merits production for it is a highly visual way of telling inquisitive people to buzz off. The designer is a student at Universitat Der Kunste, Berlin, Germany where several of them were dreaming up different notebook accessories.
The Finger Trap is attached to a Kensington Lock when the laptop is unattended. A screen saver tells passers-by that the laptop is locked, just in case they can't figure out that putting fingers on the scrolling pad will spring the trap.
It is a concept design that merits production for it is a highly visual way of telling inquisitive people to buzz off. The designer is a student at Universitat Der Kunste, Berlin, Germany where several of them were dreaming up different notebook accessories.
Trend Themes
1. Anti-theft Devices - The Laptop Finger Trap is an example of anti-theft devices for gadgets and electronics.
2. Visual Warnings - The screen saver serves as a visual warning that the laptop is locked, indicating a trend for more visual warnings for security.
3. Student-designed Gadgets - The Laptop Finger Trap is a product designed by a student, suggesting a trend for more innovative and disruptive student-designed gadgets.
Industry Implications
1. Computer Security - The Laptop Finger Trap highlights a growing need for more advanced computer security.
2. Consumer Electronics - Anti-theft devices like The Laptop Finger Trap will continue to disrupt the consumer electronics industry by changing the way users secure their gadgets.
3. Product Design - More student-designed products like The Laptop Finger Trap could disrupt the traditional product design industry by bringing fresh perspectives and ideas.
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