# Blinged Cartoon Gadgetry- The Swarovski iRiver Mickey Mouse Mplayer By Cowbag | Published 2008-09-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iriver-mickey-mouse-shaped-disney-mp3-player-update References: [iriver.co.jp](http://www.iriver.co.jp/estore/mplayer_swaro.php) The iRiver's Mplayer was such a hit that they have now decided to bling them up with Swarovski to create the [Mickey Mouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mickey-mouse-holiday-jibbitz) Mplayer Swarovski. I still don't like it and think it looks a bit rubbish - but I have been informed it is spot on for the marketplace in Japan where this product is firmly aimed at teenage girls. **Implications** - Gadgets are becoming just as much of an accessory as a necklace or a bracelet. Consumers are looking to accentuate their already stylish devices with customized cases and stickers. Brands and designers come up with custom looks that spice up [MP3 players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-player-wearable-wallet) and cameras so that people feel like they have something truly unique to show off. It's a way of catering to the demand of personalization and customization. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customized Gadget Accessories:** Opportunity for brands and designers to create customized cases and stickers to accentuate gadgets as accessories. - **Personalization and Customization:** Growth in demand for personalized and unique looks for MP3 players and cameras. - **Gadgets as Fashion Statements:** Gadgets becoming a fashion accessory, offering opportunities for trendy and stylish designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Incorporating customized gadget accessories into the consumer electronics industry can attract fashion-conscious consumers. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Fashion and accessories industry can explore collaborations with gadget brands to create stylish and personalized gadget accessories. - **Tech Design and Manufacturing:** Opportunity for tech designers and manufacturers to develop trendy and fashionable gadgets that appeal to the fashion-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Luxe Rhinestone Earphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glam-earpods-holder.md) - [Pinkish Toy-Inspired Tech Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caviar-barbiecore-collection.md) - [Retro Music Device-Inspired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drought.md) - [Playful Custom Tech Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case.md) - [Premium Crystal-Adorned Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Music-Inspired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imirror.md) - [Crystalline Cartoon Clog Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-x-crocs-jibbitz.md) - [Crystal-Embellished Earwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-x-loop.md) - [Futuristic Headphone Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andaash.md)