# Futuristic Home Phones This Cordless Home Phone Adopts a Sleek Space-Age Shape By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-12-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordless-home-phone References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/swissvoice-l7-cordless-phone/) & [kiwiandpom](http://kiwiandpom.com/) The idea of having a landline at home may seem antiquated to some, but the Swissvoice L7 is a [cordless home phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meti) like no other. The design of the three-piece set is simple and modern, taking inspiration from old spy movies and science fiction. Although it may look to the past, the set is sleek and has a [retro-futuristic appeal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ricoh-space-age). In the set, there's a handset, a charging dock and a base station that comes in classic black, white and a vibrant cherry red. At first, the shape of the phone may seem a bit awkward, but it's a little longer than usual so that the mouthpiece extends below your chin rather than sitting at the side of your face. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-futuristic Design:** There is an opportunity for businesses to incorporate retro-futuristic design elements into their products and services. - **Sleek Home Electronics:** Companies can explore the development of sleek and modern home electronic devices to cater to consumers' aesthetic preferences. - **Cordless Communication:** There is potential for innovation in cordless communication technology to provide convenience and mobility for users. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can take advantage of the retro-futuristic design trend to create innovative and visually appealing products. - **Home Décor:** The home décor industry can incorporate sleek and modern design elements inspired by retro-futurism into their product offerings. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can explore advancements in cordless communication technology to provide more efficient and user-friendly devices for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Phone-Inspired Label Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-phone-labeling.md) - [Modernized Familial Landline Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-home-phone.md) - [Retro Tech Speakerphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-phone.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Cellphone Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noka-7610-5g.md) - [Sculptural Smartphone Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oval-charging-station.md) - [Eye-Catching Freestanding Home Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oli-home-speaker.md) - [Cubic Industrial Phone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-phone-concept.md) - [Retro Tech Phone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-pop-phone.md) - [Swappable Keypad Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidephone-sp01.md)