Why are consoles so popular?
Well, the fold-down console in this power reclining sofa is popular because it holds your drinks, your Dr. Pepper, your root beer, your coffee, tea, milk, whatever. It holds your drinks.
Plus, it's got a wonderful lights, action, camera right here in this console. It's got a hidden place here to store your TV remote and snacks. It's got a port, it's got a place to charge your cell phone.
Consoles are popular because they're places where you can charge up your cell phone. They're a place you can put your drinks. They add more utility to power reclining furniture or stationary furniture.
The console is very popular because of its utility.