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Retro Steampunk Phonograph Docks

This Steampunk Phone Dock is Inspired by Old-Timey Sound Systems

— April 2, 2014 — Tech
With the invention of the phonograph, listening to music was brought to your living room and this steampunk phone dock takes that look to create a funky design. Skipping passed the boring speakers that are in any old docking station, this steampunk phone dock has a stylish flared bell horn to pump the tunes out.

The slim design of the base with the colorful tubes looks like it has been plucked off the set of a sci-fi set. The cross between the phonograph and tubes actually fits right in with the 'TARDIS' of the 'Doctor Who' television series, as the 'TARDIS' has in the past had a very steampunk feel to its interior that looks like it was put together with scrap parts found around a junk yard.
Trend Themes
1. Steampunk Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new products with a steampunk aesthetic to appeal to retro-futuristic enthusiasts.
2. Sci-fi-inspired Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate elements of science fiction into electronic devices to create visually striking and unique designs.
3. Retro-inspired Audio Equipment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine vintage aesthetics with modern audio technology to create distinctive and nostalgic audio equipment.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate steampunk and sci-fi design elements into consumer electronic devices for a niche market.
2. Home Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create retro-inspired home decor items, such as phonograph docks, to cater to consumers seeking unique and nostalgic design pieces.
3. Entertainment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of steampunk-inspired designs in entertainment products and set designs to captivate audiences with a retro-futuristic aesthetic.
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