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# Apple-Inspired PC Cases
The DUNE Circular Aluminum PC Case Allows Users to DIY Their Own PC

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-02 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-pc
References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/dune-aluminium-circular-pc-case-02-02-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dunecase/dune-case/description)

PC users who appreciate the aesthetic of the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-retro-mini-pc-am01-1) [Mac Pro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeera-macforge) computer will find the DUNE Circular Aluminum PC case to be the ideal way to get the aesthetic with customized interior components. Currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wee-beastie), the DUNE case enables users to DIY their own computer by incorporating only the components they wish to use for an enhanced sense of customization.

The durable aluminum casing helps to pack everything needed into a small space, while the design also inhibits overheating thanks to the enhanced airflow design. Being made available in metallic black or gold, the DUNE Circular Aluminum PC case allows for enhanced customization. This comes as welcome news in a market full of consumers looking for ways to get the exact product they desire rather than the one available in retail.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.2/10
- Popularity: 72% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers)

## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Customizable PC Cases:** The trend of customizable PC cases allows users to personalize their computer's interior components.
- **Apple-inspired Aesthetic:** The trend of Apple-inspired aesthetics in PC cases offers computer users the opportunity to have the sleek and stylish look of Apple products.
- **Enhanced Cooling Design:** The trend of enhanced cooling designs in PC cases provides better airflow to prevent overheating and improve performance.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Computer Hardware:** In the computer hardware industry, companies can capitalize on the trend of customizable PC cases by offering a wide range of options for users to choose from.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can tap into the trend of Apple-inspired aesthetics in PC cases by creating aesthetically pleasing computer accessories and peripherals.
- **PC Gaming:** In the PC gaming industry, companies can take advantage of the trend of enhanced cooling designs in PC cases to develop innovative cooling solutions for gaming computers.

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