# Futuristic Typewriter Devices The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler Looks Antiquated yet Modern By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-traveler References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/freewrite-traveler-portable-writing-machine-02-10-2018/) & [traveler.getfreewrite](https://traveler.getfreewrite.com/) The days of the traditional typewriter are long over, but the [Astrohaus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-wordrunner) [Freewrite Traveler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-traveler-ghost-edition) looks to bring back the experience in a modern way to make it applicable for writers in the 21st century to use. The unit is outfitted with an E Ink display that allows it to operate at a low-power level at all times to provide up to four weeks of battery life, based on about 30 minutes of typing per day. The device has a compact size and is intentionally free from apps to keep you focused on writing, but is outfitted with wireless connectivity to let users access and store documents on Dropbox, [Evernote](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notesmigrator) or Google Drive for convenience. The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler is capable of holding millions of pages in its onboard memory to make it suitable as standalone typing companion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Revival of Typewriter Experience:** The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler brings back the nostalgic typewriter experience in a modern way. - **Low-power E Ink Displays:** The integration of E Ink displays in devices like the Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler enables long battery life and low-power operation. - **Minimalist Writing Tools:** The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler's intentional absence of apps emphasizes a minimalist writing experience. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler represents an innovative product in the consumer electronics industry, catering to a niche market of writers. - **Writing and Publishing:** The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler disrupts the writing and publishing industry by offering a dedicated device that enhances focus and productivity. - **Cloud Storage and Collaboration:** The Astrohaus Freewrite Traveler taps into the cloud storage and collaboration industry by seamlessly integrating with popular platforms like Dropbox, Evernote, and Google Drive. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [See-Through Mobile Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-traveler-ghost-edition.md) - [Digital E Ink Typwriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerowriter-ink.md) - [Distraction-Free Writing Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen3-valentine-edition.md) - [Writer-Focused Keyboard Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-wordrunner.md) - [Affordable Digital Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-alpha.md) - [Author-Honoring Digital Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-ernest-hemingway.md) - [3D-Printed E Ink Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapico-typer.md) - [Distraction-Free Digital Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-journal.md) - [Ultra-Compact Keyboard-Like Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typewriter-concept.md)