# Mini Computer-Enhancing Docks The 'ANIMAIONIC' Transforms Mac mini Capabilities By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-12-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animaionic References: [gadgetify](http://www.gadgetify.com/animaionic-mac-mini/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/animaionic/animaionic-turns-your-mac-mini-into-a-workstation) The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station is an aftermarket solution for the compact Apple computer that will offer users a way to enhance the capabilities of the system. Boasting a similarly designed frame, the dock features space for two additional graphics cards to be docked as well as a whopping four SSD drives with up to 8TB of storage each. This will transform the computer into a powerhouse for those who want to expand the capabilities of the unit without having to settle for OEM configurations. The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station adds in a series of connectivity ports to boot including USB-C, Ethernet, HDMI, two USB-A and an audio jack. The unit can be easily positioned onto almost any workstation to keep it within reach at all times. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Aftermarket Computer Enhancements:** The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station sets a trend for aftermarket solutions to improve the capabilities of compact computers. - **Graphics Card Docking Stations:** The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station highlights a trend for docking stations that enable the user to add additional graphics cards to their system. - **Expanding Storage Capabilities:** The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station showcases a trend towards aftermarket solutions that enable the user to increase their computer's storage capacity beyond OEM configurations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Computer Hardware:** The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station innovates within the computer hardware industry, providing an aftermarket solution to expand the capabilities of compact computers. - **Consumer Electronics:** The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station disrupts the consumer electronics industry, by providing an affordable solution to transform the Mac mini into a powerhouse without having to settle for OEM configurations. - **Computer Accessories:** The ANIMAIONIC' Mac mini docking station disrupts the computer accessories industry by creating a new product segment: computer enhancement docks that enable the user to add additional graphics cards and expand storage capacities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Apple-Focused Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minisopuru.md) - [Machined Aluminum Computer Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-slim-dock.md) - [SSD-Equipped Computer Hub Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invzi-maghub-2.md) - [Hub-Integrated Computer Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-nano-docking-station.md) - [Powerful Pint-Sized Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-mini.md) - [Premium PC Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-prime-dl.md) - [Miniature Multifunctional Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raycue-128k.md) - [Desktop-Powered Portable Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-mac-mini.md) - [Data-Storing Computer Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/external-ssd-drive.md)