The 'MaCool' is a cooler designed to look like a Mac computer from 1984. The boxy design of the old desktop computer makes the perfect shape to hold 8 canned drinks an keep them chilled in the heat of summer.
The nostalgic design mimics the monitor's shape and features a screen on its sides, complete with the smiling face of the old 8-bit happy face mac icon. The 'MaCool' brings back all the novelty of using a vintage Mac without the frustration of using an old computer.
This project by Scott Stefan us currently collecting funds on Kickstarter to go into mass production. As advertised, the 'MaCool' will definitely keep your "cold drinks cold and your hot geek cred hot."
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Nostalgia-inspired Products
- Opportunities exist for creating products that pay homage to iconic technology designs of the past but with modern functionality.
- Functional Novelty Items
- There is potential for creating novelty items that also serve useful purposes, such as this cooler that resembles a vintage computer.
- Retro-gaming Merchandise
- With the growing market of retro-gaming enthusiasts, businesses could consider incorporating designs from classic games and consoles into their products.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Consumer Electronics
- Incorporating the designs of classic technology into modern devices could appeal to consumers who have a fondness for these iconic looks.
- Food and Beverage
- Creating unique and functional food and beverage accessories, like the MaCool cooler, can provide a point of differentiation in a competitive market.
- Gaming Merchandise
- For companies that market retro-gaming merchandise and accessories, incorporating classic designs and symbols from popular games and consoles can appeal to nostalgic gamers.
