Belgian beer manufacturer Vedett takes immersive engagement and personalisation to a new level, inviting consumers to ‘become a Vedett’ by submitting their photograph for feature on the label of 10,000 beer bottles…even if not selected for ‘run’ consumers can order a case of their own beer, home delivered. narcissistic but nice

From Trendwatching’s Feb briefing:

“products that help consumers in emerging nations first and foremost save money on utilities, while offering consumers in mature consumer societies a chance to lead more sustainable lives. It’s a curious marriage between poverty and ‘meaningful living’ that nevertheless delivers the goods.”

Including Samsung India’s Solar Guru – a low-cost solar chargeable phone developed for developing countries with unstable power supplies…I want one

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