# Computer Greeting Cards The iCard is the Perfect Card for Serious Apple Fans By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icard-apple References: [gearfuse](http://www.gearfuse.com/icard-the-ibook-greeting-card/) & [unplggd](http://www.unplggd.com/unplggd/decorative-accessories/icard-the-geeky-way-to-send-party-invites-090426) Well, it was only a matter of time before [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS) starting taking over the world. The iCard is for computer geeks who want to express their techy side in the form of [greeting cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creatacard-greetings). These miniature computers feature an early 2000s Apple laptop model, complete with a computer screen and keyboard inside. **Implications** - Apple has pioneered a [minimalist aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-2) that is truly all its own, and the company's devoted followers are all too eager to embrace that specific style whenever and wherever they can. Companies looking to get in on this consumer trend can make the most of this opportunity by finding creative ways to cleverly "Appleize" even the most common of existing products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Apple-inspired Products:** Companies can tap into the Apple minimalist aesthetic trend by incorporating Apple-inspired designs into their products. - **Nostalgic Tech:** There is a growing consumer trend for nostalgic tech products, and companies can capitalize on this by creating modern versions of classic electronics. - **Personalized Greeting Cards:** The iCard highlights the trend of personalized greeting cards with unique designs that cater to specific interests and hobbies. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tech Accessories:** Tech accessory companies can create Apple-inspired products to cater to the demand for unique and stylish tech accessories. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can develop modern versions of classic electronics, tapping into the nostalgia trend. - **Greeting Card:** The personalized greeting card industry can explore new designs and customized options to attract consumers who seek unique and tech-oriented cards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Phygital Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gift-card-greetings.md) - [Quirky eCard Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happiepages.md) - [Operating System Stationery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS.md) - [Convenient Online Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-tree-cards.md) - [Personalized Video Greeting Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-greeting-cards.md) - [AI Greeting Creators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wishbot.md) - [Nostalgic Desktop Computer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macintosh-computer-concept.md) - [Cutting-Edge Business Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcards.md) - [Repurposed Vintage Apple Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repurposed-vintage-apple-computers.md)