New iPod Nano Does Everything, Then Plays Music
Brian G Randles — September 9, 2009 — Tech
References: engadget
The new iPod Nano might be the most tricked-out miniature music player ever invented. The new iPod Nano has all the same features as the previous iPod Nano PLUS FM radio, camera, bigger screen, pedometer and even a partridge in a pear tree.
The new iPod Nano is available September 9th, 2009 (today). The 8 GB will go for $149 and the 16 GB for $179. The new iPod Nano is the musical equivalent of a Swiss Army Knife… handy, efficient and everybody wants one in their pocket.
The new iPod Nano is available September 9th, 2009 (today). The 8 GB will go for $149 and the 16 GB for $179. The new iPod Nano is the musical equivalent of a Swiss Army Knife… handy, efficient and everybody wants one in their pocket.
Trend Themes
1. Multifunctional Miniature Electronics - The incorporation of additional features such as cameras, radio, pedometers, etc. into miniature electronic devices like iPod Nanos is a trend that is set to continue, with opportunities for further integration and miniaturization.
2. All-in-one Devices - The trend towards all-in-one devices like the new iPod Nano, which consolidates multiple features into a single device, could disrupt individual markets for those features and create new opportunities for integrated innovation.
3. Continued Miniaturization of Electronics - As electronics continue to get smaller and more powerful, there will be growing opportunities for the development of new miniature devices that can consolidate features and provide greater convenience and function to users.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The continued trend towards multifunctional and miniaturized devices within the consumer electronics industry will create opportunities for innovation in design, manufacturing, and marketing.
2. Broadcast Radio - The incorporation of FM radio into devices like the new iPod Nano could disrupt the traditional broadcast radio industry, but also create opportunities for greater convenience and customization for users.
3. Pedometer Devices - Miniaturization and incorporation of pedometers into devices like the new iPod Nano could disrupt the market for standalone pedometer devices, but also create opportunities for greater convenience for users who value multiple functions in a single device.
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