# Retro Metallic Mice Aaron Ristau Presents Customized Robotic Clickers By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2011-06-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-ristau1 References: [randommization](http://randommization.com/2011/06/06/custom-wireless-mice-come-in-remarkable-designs/) & [aaronristau](http://aaronristau.com/art/sale/rotobotmouse-sales/) Although most mice look identical, Aaron Ristau manages to customize clickers and give the gadgets a [retro look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mdr-dasher-keyboard). Whether you are sick of conforming to the norms or just want to know the difference between your mouse and the neighbor's, these mice will definitely help in setting your gadgets apart. The mice come in a variety of designs and mostly include a [metallic covering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouseskins). For someone looking for a style with a rocker look, the mouse with spikes sticking out the sides is sure to please. The great part about these designs is that they are fully functional, yet allow computer-users to express themselves in a hip way. Aaron Ristau sure knows how to put an original twist on these [traditional computer gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-mouse-concept). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customized Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore customized designs and personalization options for various gadgets. - **Retro Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply retro aesthetics to modern technology products and create unique offerings. - **Expressive Computer Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop computer peripherals that allow users to express their personality and individuality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate creative design elements into consumer electronic products to enhance their appeal and customization. - **Fashion/tech Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion and technology to create accessories that merge functionality with stylish aesthetics. - **Customization Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer customization services for computer peripherals and other gadgets to cater to individual preferences and tastes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Configurable Mechanical Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-mouse.md) - [Baroque-Style PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ornamental-msi-mouse.md) - [Panel-Made Mouse Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetle-acoustic-panels.md) - [Chromatic Hip Mini Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-pop-mouse.md) - [Building Block PC Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clickbrick-lego-mouse.md) - [Aesthetically-Pleasing Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-mouse.md) - [Health-Conscious Mouse Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergo-ergonomic-mouse-concept.md) - [Ergonomic See-Through Computer Mice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-artefacts-pointer-instrument.md) - [Stealth Polygonal PC Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poly-mouse-concept.md)