Thanko's Rice Cooker Sits by Your Computer and Serves as a Speaker
Laura McQuarrie — January 21, 2015 — Art & Design
References: wanelo & japantrendshop
This mock rice cooker USB speaker from Thanko has a lot going in its favor—it's compact, has a novel design, plugs into a USB port and functions as a speaker.
The Rice Cooker USB Mini Speaker is the perfect size for listening to some great beats and reminding you to get up and make a meal. Just like a portable music player or a phone, this miniature rice cooker can be plugged in and powered up by a computer. Like a home appliance, the fake mini rice cooker has a convincing on and off switch. The novel speaker design won't actually cook your meals for you, but it is a fun way to fool people into thinking that it will.
The Rice Cooker USB Mini Speaker is the perfect size for listening to some great beats and reminding you to get up and make a meal. Just like a portable music player or a phone, this miniature rice cooker can be plugged in and powered up by a computer. Like a home appliance, the fake mini rice cooker has a convincing on and off switch. The novel speaker design won't actually cook your meals for you, but it is a fun way to fool people into thinking that it will.
Trend Themes
1. USB Speakers - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop USB speakers with unique and creative designs to stand out in the market.
2. Compact Speakers - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create compact speakers that combine functionality with a novel design to appeal to consumers looking for space-saving options.
3. Mock Home Appliances - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore the market of mock home appliances that serve secondary functions, such as speakers, to add a touch of novelty to everyday devices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Introduce unique and functional consumer electronic products, like USB speakers, to attract tech-savvy consumers looking for innovative gadgets.
2. Home Appliance - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Combine traditional home appliances with unexpected features, such as integrating speakers, to cater to consumers who appreciate multi-functional products.
3. Computer Peripherals - Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Invent computer peripherals that serve multiple purposes, such as a speaker that also acts as a USB hub, to enhance the user's computing experience.
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