# Cathode Ray Gadget Stands Jonas Damon's Television iPad Case Harks Back to the '50s By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonas-damon References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2010/08/10/jonas-damon’s-ipad-case/) & [jonasdamon.blogspot](http://www.jonasdamon.blogspot.com/) Go back to a simpler time with Jonas Damon and his retro [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soma-x-ipad-case) case. This case was modeled after '50s era cathode ray televisions and was made out of found items in Jonas Damon's apartment. This case is the perfect example of how a little know-how and some imagination can lead to an awesome creation. This case manages to look just like an [old-school television](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style), even with the latest and greatest tablet mounted in it. Check out the links provided to see more work from Jonas Damon. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Retro-tech Accessories:** The market for technological accessories that capture a vintage look and feel, like Jonas Damon's iPad case or retro-style headphones. - **Upcycling Creations:** Sustainable products created by repurposing objects and materials, as demonstrated by Jonas Damon's found-item cathode ray gadget stand. - **Nostalgic Design:** Designs that evoke feelings of nostalgia and fondness for the past, such as retro-themed phone cases or vintage-inspired clothing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics industry can explore creating new products with a vintage look and feel, akin to Jonas Damon's cathode ray gadget stand. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can embrace upcycling, which takes found objects and turns them into something new, like Jonas Damon's creation. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can incorporate nostalgic design elements in clothing, accessories, and footwear to attract customers who appreciate vintage aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md) - [Retro Iphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-50th-anniversary-iphone-17-pro.md) - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Flexible Camping-Ready TV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-suitcase-tv.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md) - [Retro Social App Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-instagram-gadget.md) - [Retro Tech-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c1-magfit.md) - [Immersive Tablet Picture Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iframix-smart-frame.md) - [Balanced Lifestyle Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soma-x-ipad-case.md)