# Industrial Tech Tech products are getting a simplified makeover, placing emphasis on performance. By [Courtney Scharf](https://www.trendhunter.com/Courtney), Chief Client Officer | Published Jul 22, 2013, updated Jul 29, 2013 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/industrial-tech ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.3/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Industrial Tech trend? **Industrial Tech:** Though customized technology products have been appealing to consumers in the past, a more streamlined and function-focused aesthetic is beginning to dominate this industry. Emphasizing utility over style and putting minimalism first, industrial-inspired tech products appeal to consumers who prioritize practicality over style. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 21, 2012 to Jun 10, 2013 - Published: Jul 22, 2013 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Industrial Tech trend ### Industrial Minimalism Streamlined tech products that emphasize utility over style and prioritize minimalism. ### Rustic Appeal Designs that mix experimental industrial design elements with antiquated and rustic appeal. ### Compact Efficiency Gadgets and accessories that prioritize portability and efficiency, often through battery-free or small designs. ## What the Industrial Tech trend means for industry ### For Consumer Electronics Companies in this industry can explore minimalistic designs that prioritize function over style to appeal to more practical-minded consumers. ### For Industrial Design Designers in this industry can experiment with combining antiquated and experimental design elements in products that balance form and function. ### For Travel Accessories Businesses in this industry can explore more compact and efficient solutions for portable gadgets and accessories to offer convenience for travelers on-the-go. ## Trend signals for Industrial Tech Trend score 3.3 out of 10, from popularity 47%, activity 44%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 47% - Activity: 44% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Industrial Tech trend 6 featured examples from Jun 21, 2012 to Jun 10, 2013. - [Efficiently Stacked Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-pratt): The Tyler Pratt Stack'd Speakers are Compact and Requires No Batterie (Category: Tech) Implication: Consumer electronics companies can create innovative, battery-free portable speaker systems that are easy to transport and perfect for on-the-go listening. - [Wafer-Thin Woofers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-boombox-by-hannes-harms): This Flat Boombox by Hannes Harms Minimizes its Image to Emphasize Sound (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Companies in the audio technology industry can capitalize on the trend towards flat speakers by developing and producing more efficient, space-saving, and versatile speaker system… - [Sleek Wooden Phone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-amplifier): This Compact Wooden Amplifier Boosts Your iPhone's Sounds Quality (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating passive amplification technology in the development of portable audio devices. - [Laptop-Sized Tablet Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-top-docking-station): Smart Top Docking Station Offers Great Sound and Stability for Your iPad (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of creating portable accessories and stability-focused designs. - [Sleek Transparent Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundsticks-wireless-iii): Harman Kardon's SoundSticks Wireless III Boasts a Cleaner Aesthetic (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of sleek transparent design by developing innovative and visually appealing electronic devices that stand out in the… - [Rustic Carabiner Polaroids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-icro-camera): The M-icro Camera Combines Antiquated Allure with Experimental Design (Category: Tech) Implication: The simplified functionality of the M-icro Camera presents innovation opportunities for the photography industry to create more user-friendly and accessible devices. ## Recent trend clusters - [Automated Upkeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/automated-upkeep) (Tech) - [Ambient Assistance](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ambient-assistance) (Tech) - [Autonomy Stacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/autonomy-stacks) (Tech) - [Connected Filtration](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/connected-filtration) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Variable Aperture Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-18) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Self-Cleaning Smart Vacuums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinecos-pure-one-station-5) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)