Ben Preiss — December 4, 2007 — Tech
References: techon.nikkeibp.co.jp & crave.cnet
This wireless video camera, by Japan's NEC, has a collar that slips on a standard fluorescent bulb for power. This allows easy deployment anywhere these bulbs are installed, which is just about everywhere. Isn't that wonderful?
The camera is wireless, powered by flourescent light, and able to shoot images every 10 seconds. A unique idea for en eco powered asecurity camera...
Implications - Although technologies are becoming increasingly intricate, a product's ability to remain simple to use and transportable will always be favorable amongst consumers. The portability and simplicity of products ensures further success amongst a culture of busy-body working professionals who have little time for intricate product instructions and complicated designs.
The camera is wireless, powered by flourescent light, and able to shoot images every 10 seconds. A unique idea for en eco powered asecurity camera...
Implications - Although technologies are becoming increasingly intricate, a product's ability to remain simple to use and transportable will always be favorable amongst consumers. The portability and simplicity of products ensures further success amongst a culture of busy-body working professionals who have little time for intricate product instructions and complicated designs.
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Video Cameras - Opportunity to develop more innovative and efficient wireless video cameras powered by unconventional energy sources.
2. Light-powered Devices - Potential for creating various light-powered devices that can harness energy from fluorescent bulbs or other light sources.
3. Simplicity and Portability - Chance to design products that prioritize simplicity and portability to cater to the needs of busy working professionals.
Industry Implications
1. Security Systems - Disruptive innovation opportunity in the security systems industry by incorporating wireless video cameras powered by light.
2. Energy Technology - Potential for disruptive innovation in the energy technology sector through the development of light-powered devices for various applications.
3. Consumer Electronics - Opportunity to create consumer electronics that are simple to use and easily portable for the convenience of busy professionals.
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