# Recyclable Smartphone Stereos The Cardboard ‘Berlin Boombox' is the Analog/Digital Hyb By Senduran Bhakthakumaran | Published 2012-04-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-berlin-boombox References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/423021527827480629/The-Berlin-Boombox) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/axelpfaender/berlin-boombox) For true lovers of all things analog, the cardboard ‘Berlin Boombox’ provides a good way to stay in the past, but ahead of the curve. The piece is a [screen-printed stereo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-plus) that is made of cardboard and actually features a stereo amplifier. Those who first see this product will wave it off as a cool home decor piece, but it can actually play music too. The boombox was designed by Axel Pfaender and has already surpassed its goal of a $14,000 pledge on Kickstarter.com. The design of this stereo is exactly what old school music fanatics miss, yet presents itself as a very modern concept. Ultimately, it provides a healthy dose of [nostalgic appeal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we001-edith) with a good forward-thinking punch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cardboard Stereos:** An opportunity for manufacturers to explore the use of sustainable materials in the creation of audio devices. - **Analog/digital Hybrids:** A chance for tech companies to combine retro aesthetics with modern functionality in electronic devices. - **Nostalgic Technology:** A market trend that offers opportunities to create products that evoke a sense of nostalgia while incorporating innovative features. ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** An industry with potential for disruptive innovation by developing recyclable and eco-friendly audio devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** A sector that can capitalize on the demand for analog/digital hybrid products by creating innovative gadgets with retro designs. - **Home Decor:** An industry that can explore the fusion of aesthetics and functionality, providing home decor products that also serve practical purposes like playing music. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Retro Music Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-mixtape-kit.md) - [Retro Smartphone Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-music-player.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-solarbank-boombox.md) - [Cassette-Inspired Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-audio-player.md) - [Cassette Player-Inspired Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walkman-sss.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic.md)