# TV-Inspired Phone Stands The Nostalgic Elago W3 Watch Dock is Reminiscent of a CRT Television By Ell Smith | Published 2017-09-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w3-watch-dock References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/09/18/when-retina-and-retro-combine/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/myretroduck/retroduck-the-retro-style-iphone-dock?utm_source=YD&utm_medium=POST&utm_campaign=YD_POST) The Elago W3 watch dock by 'Wisekids' combines the nostalgia of the past with the convenient technology of the present to bring consumers a functional and visually pleasing phone stand that pays homage to the predecessors of modern technology. The nostalgia-inducing phone stand is reminiscent of a vintage CRT television, which used to be a household staple. Complete with a splash of orange color, this watch dock offers users the luxury of enjoying a television show from the comfort of a smartphone in a manner that's more ergonomic than previous methods. Simply slipping a [smartphone into a phone dock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockorb) will allow users to comfortably view the screen, all while reminiscing about a more technologically simple time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgia-inspired Technology:** There is an opportunity for companies to create technology that combines nostalgia with modern conveniences to evoke pleasant memories and offer unique user experiences. - **Ergonomic Phone Accessories:** Innovative and comfortable phone accessories that improve visual experience and are easy to use can be developed to meet consumers' needs. - **Aesthetic Designs for Technology:** There is a growing trend in creating visually appealing technology products that provide beautiful and unique user experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** Tech companies can benefit from creating whimsical phone accessories and technology products that merge nostalgia and convenience. - **Home Decor:** With the increase of aesthetically pleasing technology products, home decor companies can take advantage of this trend and offer products that blend well with various home styles. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can partner with tech companies to create customizable and fun technology products that provide unique experiences for users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Millennium Gamer Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-ws-m5-charging-stand.md) - [Floating Monitor-Mounted Tech Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/line-linestand.md) - [Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod.md) - [High-End Design Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-iphone-stand.md) - [Magsafe Phone Stand Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-phone.md) - [Shifting Orientation Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-stand-charger.md) - [Timber Smartwatch Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-apple-watch-stand.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Charger Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w5-silicone-cover.md) - [Retro Docking Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docking-hub.md)