# Rotary Dial iPhones iDial By Ayman | Published 2008-05-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idial References: [nexus404](http://nexus404.com/Blog/2008/05/15/idial-iphone-analogue-style-rotary-dialler-application-a-modern-touchscreen-take-on-retro-phone-diallers/) & [sosiphone](http://www.sosiphone.com) Combine cutting-edge gadgets and [retro style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noka-7610-5g) with this awesome beyond words rotary, analogue style dialler **iDial** application for the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology). In a clash of the past and present technologies, iDial utilizes the iPhone's innovative multi-touch capabilities with the ancient but cool dialler of [analog phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-phone). While dialing in circles is not the fastest or most convenient way, especially when you dial a wrong digit towards the end of a long number, there is something about the mechanism that is just appealing and cool. It's almost like making love to your iPhone while dialing a number. You can install this for free by adding http://rep.sosiphone.com as a source in your iPhone's Installer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 53% | 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) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-futurism:** The trend of combining vintage design elements with modern technology presents opportunities for innovative products that appeal to nostalgia while providing cutting-edge capabilities. - **Analog-digital Fusion:** The trend of merging analog and digital technologies opens up possibilities for unique user experiences that blend the familiarity of traditional mechanisms with the functionality of modern devices. - **Nostalgic Technology:** The trend of recreating nostalgic technologies in a modern context offers opportunities to tap into consumer nostalgia and create innovative products with a touch of retro charm. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tech Accessories:** The tech accessories industry can explore new product lines that incorporate retro design elements while incorporating modern functionalities. - **Mobile Apps:** The mobile app industry can create innovative dialer applications that replicate the user experience of rotary phones, bringing a nostalgic touch to smartphone communication. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can develop innovative devices that combine vintage aesthetic with advanced technologies, appealing to consumers seeking a unique blend of nostalgia and modernity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Phone-Inspired Label Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-phone-labeling.md) - [Nostalgic Flip Phone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-n90.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Retro Messaging Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pippo.md) - [MP3 Player Smartphone Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-wallpapers.md) - [Swappable Keypad Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidephone-sp01.md) - [Nostalgic Timeless Click Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-fidget.md) - [Scroll Wheel Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-phone-15.md) - [Programmable Home Automation Dials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m5stack-dial.md)