Archive - 2011
December 9th
Adopt a word
Why it matters
What if a brand did this? Is this a way to make people prouder of something they own, establishing an emotional link between the individual and a good, a product or even a word?
Football power generator
With the intent of bringing more energy to people all over the world, especially third world countries, the sOccket may come in very handy. The sOccket harnesses the kinetic energy of a soccer ball during normal game play and stores it for later power needs. Small electrical appliances, like an LED lamp, can be plugged into the sOccket.
This ball is supposed to stay functional for over 15 years and is made of recyclable material (95%). It also has enough energy to power a water processor or a ventilator.
Why it matters
This product brings energy to people who need it in a very creative and entertaining way. Can marketers think of a way to transform their products to give them a very practical dual purpose?
Sample box
“Glossy box” is a surprise luxury beauty package that women receive at home by paying the fixed monthly price of 14 €. The box contains travel-sized beauty samples of the newest and trendiest products in circulation.
Why it matters
Samples used to be seen as something cheap to give as a mere trial. Is this a way to give testers added value, by making them part of a special monthly package someone can look forward to?
