# Floppy Disk Sticky Notes 'Disk-It' by Burak Kaynak Keeps Floppies Relevant By Michael Hines | Published 2010-04-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disk-it References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Disk-it--Sticky-Notes/480757) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Burakkaynak) 'Disk-It' may be the only thing saving the flailing [floppy disk industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folder-external-hard-disk). Floppy disks have unfortunately fallen victim to the march of progress, but that doesn't mean they can't be useful in other areas of life. Disk-It is pretty awesome. I haven't been so inspired to write a [note that sticks to surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almo-concept-design) in a while. Burak Kaynak has reinvigorated my love for [sticky reminders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quick-note). I can't wait to annoy/remind everyone I know. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling:** Using outdated technology to create something new, innovative, and ecologically responsible. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Leveraging consumers' sentimental attachment to outdated media, products, or services to boost sales of contemporary offerings. - **Innovative Stationery:** Experimenting with unconventional materials and designs in creating stationery products that cater to modern needs and aesthetics. ### Where This Applies - **Stationery:** As the world goes paperless, the use of unconventional materials and designs in the stationery industry presents a unique opportunity for businesses to attract customers. - **Eco-friendly Consumer Products:** Upcycling and repurposing outdated technology and media can be applied in various industries to provide ecologically responsible alternatives to conventional consumer products. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Applying nostalgic elements to marketing campaigns can resonate with consumers who appreciate vintage designs and sentimentality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Tech Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-wallet.md) - [Digitized Sticky Note Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memojector.md) - [Digitized Browser-Based Notes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sticky.md) - [Digital Productivity Desk Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-accessory-concept.md) - [Digital Sticky Reminders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friendlystack-reminder.md) - [Digital Sticky Note Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-sticky-notes.md) - [Digital Sticky Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stickyflow.md) - [Reusable Magnetic Sticky Notes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-note.md) - [Sticky Notes Holder Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postit-note-holder.md)