Bending the rules in Berlin
By Sphere Trending
Forecasting firm Sphere Trending scouts key trade shows, conferences and various European cities for leading intelligence on the future of home. At IFA in Berlin, technology showcased creative ways rules can be bent to create micro- and macro-moments throughout the home.
Micro Treat Culture: New frozen dessert machines from Ceotec allow for single-serve ice cream, yogurt, gelato and sorbet from a convenient and colorful small device.
Oversized Texture: The Leibherr Monolith refrigeration columns featured a dramatic overscaled concrete panel.
Micro Tech for Wellness: The new Anker SleepLab speaker uses millimeter-wave radar synced to binaural beats and lighting to deepen relaxation and enhance sleep.
Big Tech Goes Everywhere: LG’s new StanbyME 2 Max is a large 32-inch portable personal screen with 4.5 hours of battery life.
Micro Tech for Fun: The XGIMI Vibe One is a smart, compact projector with a colorful attitude.
