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Icy Phone Chargers

These Calypso Crystal iPhone Docks Capture Endless Beauty

— September 29, 2010 — Tech
These Calypso Crystal iPhone docks shine with elegance and grace.

Made of premium crystal glass, these crystal chargers are each carefully handcrafted with love. It takes several days to completely finish a beautifully clear and polished crystal dock. The charger also works with iPods too. As sleek as iPhones are, it is only appropriate that it charges itself in a just-as-sleek and precious Calypso Crystal iPhone dock.

Implications - It is no secret that Apple's iPods and iPhones are dominating the music-playing world. As a result of the mass consumption of these products, the market for accessories from chargers to docks to hybrids of the two is growing rapidly. Across the board, companies are creating gadgets catered to these widely-owned devices.
Trend Themes
1. Premium Crystal Docks - The trend of creating charging docks made of premium crystal glass presents an opportunity for companies to tap into the growing market of accessories for Apple devices.
2. Handcrafted Accessories - The trend of handcrafting iPhone docks and chargers with love and attention to detail allows companies to differentiate themselves in the competitive market and appeal to customers seeking uniqueness.
3. Hybrid Charging Solutions - The trend of creating charging docks that are compatible with both iPhones and iPods presents an opportunity for companies to offer versatile solutions that cater to a wide range of Apple device users.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can tap into the growing market of accessories for Apple devices by developing and selling premium crystal docks and handcrafted chargers.
2. Artisanal Manufacturing - The artisanal manufacturing industry can take advantage of the trend of handcrafting iPhone docks and chargers by producing unique, high-quality products that appeal to customers seeking craftsmanship and attention to detail.
3. Tech Accessories - The tech accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of hybrid charging solutions by creating and marketing charging docks that are compatible with both iPhones and iPods, offering convenience and versatility to Apple device users.
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