# AR Smartphone Docks The 'Oak' iPhone Dock Allows For Immersive Gaming and Musicianship By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-11-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Oak-iPhone-dock References: [newatlas](http://newatlas.com/oak-ar-dock-iphone/46305/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/716502974/oak-turn-your-tabletop-into-an-augmented-reality-p?utm_source=ToneTree) The designers at ToneTree have gone ahead and developed an innovative new [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-desk-shelf-mount) dock, dubbed Oak, that is designed to make it easier than ever for people ranging from bedroom musicians to mobile gamers to enjoy a higher degree of ergonomics and simplicity in their AR adventures. Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign over on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acestand-2), the Oak iPhone dock securely holds your smartphone above your desk, although it requires an extra attachment for larger [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapgrip). Once mounted, the dock works in conjunction with a companion app to allow gamers to enjoy animated competition, while musicians can use on-table pads to create a variety of sounds. What's more, this iPhone dock even come with a software development kit, making it a great purchase for bedroom programmers and tinkerers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Immersive Gaming:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating AR gaming experiences that are more interactive and engaging. - **Simplifying AR:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing user-friendly AR devices and accessories that enhance ergonomics and usability. - **AR Music Creation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing AR tools for musicians to create unique and immersive sound experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the development of accessories that enhance the AR gaming experience on smartphones. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the design and manufacturing of user-friendly AR devices and smartphone docks. - **Music Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating AR tools and accessories that revolutionize music creation and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Clamp-Equipped Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-desk-shelf-mount.md) - [Smartphone-Like Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-arcade-pro.md) - [Colorful Smartphone Charging Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griptok.md) - [Spherical Smartphone Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockorb.md) - [Floating Monitor-Mounted Tech Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/line-linestand.md) - [Shifting Orientation Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-stand-charger.md) - [Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-gaming-controller.md) - [Mobile Device Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-stand-dock.md) - [User-Tracking Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belkin-autotracking-stand-pro.md)