This intricate steampunked USB flash drive could quite easily be a fine piece of jewellery. Handcrafted from brass and copper in Russia, few details are available in English, but the designer has posted step-by-step images of the design process on the Russian blog modding.ru which looks to be pretty interested in his work. He also shows the little wooden gift box he made for the USB.
If only I could read Russian...
Take a look at some more USBs:
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Steampunk Accessories
- Handcrafted steampunk gadgets as new fashion accessories.
- Vintage-inspired Technology
- Retro-inspired technology for a unique and trendy consumer experience.
- DIY Aesthetic
- A growing demand for handmade and customized technology.
Where This Applies
- Artisanal Consumer Electronics
- Businesses specializing in handmade and customized technology could capitalize on this trend.
- Fashion Accessories
- Fashion companies could incorporate steampunk design into their accessory lines.
- Vintage-inspired Gadgets
- Tech companies could explore new design directions by offering steampunk-inspired technology products.
