# DIY Tweet Machines David Nichols Creates 'Tweetster' to Automatically Display Follower By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-nichols-tweetster References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2009/07/tweetster_diy_project.html) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidnin/sets/72157621842283574/) The [Twitter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tweetfast1) explosion is not slowing down in the least. I'll follow suit by describing David Nichols' invention in 140 characters or less. Using a wireless router and a Twitter client, the machine can grab and [display the most recent 20 Tweets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intellino-signamic) from Nichols' followers. Yee-Haw!!! It's an amazing little invention regardless of its current image (looks big and old). Now he'll never be out of the loop. **Implications** - As social media participation continues to grow, so does the opportunity for a corporation to capitalize on such an important part of the cultural zeitgeist. By creating [social media products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klouterai)/applications that further enhance consumer integration, companies can establish themselves as businesses on the forefront of contemporary society. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Automated Social Display:** Creating innovative products that automatically display social media feeds from a variety of platforms for increased engagement and participation. - **Internet of Things (iot) Integration:** Incorporating Twitter client or APIs into everyday devices like routers to increase connectivity and functionality. - **User-generated Content:** Fostering a culture of user-created content by encouraging social media interaction and incorporating user-generated content into marketing strategies. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** Developing cutting-edge social media tools for users and corporations alike, with a focus on seamless integration and functionality. - **Marketing:** Leveraging user-generated content to create authentic and engaging marketing campaigns that resonate with today's social media-savvy consumers. - **Social Media:** Staying ahead of the curve in the fast-paced world of social media by developing new products and features that keep users engaged and coming back for more. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Social Copy Optimizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tweetfast1.md) - [Social Media-Building Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replymore.md) - [AI Social Media Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowball-fatg.md) - [Interactive Fame Countdowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thats-one-second.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md) - [AI-Curated Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-trending.md) - [Social Media Post History](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time-machine-x.md) - [Retro Social App Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-instagram-gadget.md) - [Low Resolution Weather Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidbyt.md)