# Vintage Tablet Holders The iPad iTypeWriter Gives an Old-School Feel to New Devices By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-09-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-itypewriter References: [swiss-miss](http://www.swiss-miss.com/2012/08/itypewriter.html) & [austin-yang](http://www.austin-yang.com/index.php?/projects/iturntable/) If you love the look of [old-school computer devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic), but simply can’t part with the speed and abilities of your new gadgets, then you should check out the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii) iTypewriter. Not only does this piece have a fantastic nostalgic look to it, but it also makes [typing on your iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typecase-edge-pro) a whole lot easier. The concept for the product came from designer Austin Yang. It looks like a vintage typewriter, but instead of feeding paper through the slit, you simply place your iPad in and type away on it. It’s great for people who love the technology of an iPad but don’t necessarily love touchscreen typing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Technology Accessories:** There is an opportunity for businesses to design and sell technology accessories that have a vintage look and feel. - **Improved Typing Experience for Touchscreen Devices:** Businesses have the opportunity to create products that enhance the typing experience on touchscreen devices, such as the iPad. - **Combining Old-school Design with New Technology:** There is potential for businesses to create products that combine the vintage design of old-school devices with the capabilities of new technology, like the iPad iTypewriter. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology Accessories:** Companies in the technology accessories industry can develop and sell vintage-inspired products like the iPad iTypewriter. - **Consumer Electronics:** In the consumer electronics industry, there is opportunity for companies to enhance the user experience of touchscreen devices with products like the iPad iTypewriter. - **Product Design:** Businesses specializing in product design can create new products that combine the vintage look of old-school devices with the capabilities of modern technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed E Ink Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapico-typer.md) - [Ergonomic Tablet Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii.md) - [Ultra-Compact Keyboard-Like Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typewriter-concept.md) - [Immersive Tablet Picture Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iframix-smart-frame.md) - [See-Through Mobile Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-traveler-ghost-edition.md) - [Author-Honoring Digital Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freewrite-ernest-hemingway.md) - [Advanced Antiquated Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azio-mkretro-typewriterstyle-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Sleek Tablet-Transforming Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad.md) - [Distraction-Free Digital Typewriters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typeframe.md)