It's 2007, people are communicating via mobile phones, emails, txt msgs and Skype; and we want things to be smaller, sleeker and easier to use, right?
Right?
Or..not. For the hefty price tag of around 160bucks AUS you can buy a telephone that looks just like an old rotary dial one from the old lady next door's house. Complete WITH a real rotary dial and rotary dial sound effects. Is there a caller ID function built in? How about a handsfree mode? Nahh. But.. if you wanna be true to the way trends are going and hit that retro side of yourself, have a mad conversation piece when friends come over, pretend you're needing the services of Batman and Robin or just wanting to take at least 10 seconds to dial for a pizza, this baby is yours.
Retro Phones
160 Bucks For Your Grandma's Phone
Trend Themes
1. Retro Revival - Opportunity for companies to capitalize on the nostalgia trend and create modern versions of classic products with a vintage twist.
2. Novelty Communication Devices - Market potential for unique and quirky communication devices that offer a nostalgic and unconventional user experience.
3. Retro Aesthetics - Growing demand for products that incorporate retro design elements to appeal to consumers seeking a sense of nostalgia and individuality.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Opportunities for manufacturers and retailers to create and market retro-themed consumer electronic products catering to the growing nostalgia trend.
2. Home Decor - Potential for designers and retailers to offer retro-inspired home decor items, including vintage telephones, to attract consumers seeking unique and nostalgic accents for their living spaces.
3. Gift and Novelty - Emerging market for unique and novelty communication devices that make memorable and quirky gifts for special occasions or for individuals seeking unconventional and nostalgic gadgets.