# Magnetic Smartphone Docks The 'KIYOJO' Magnetic Dock Holds an iPhone on Any Metallic Surface By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-dock References: [gearhungry](http://www.gearhungry.com/2016/05/kiyojo-magnetic-dock.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bitemyapple/kiyojo-the-best-magnetic-dock-for-your-iphone-6-6s) The 'KIYOJO' magnetic dock allows an [iPhone 6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-filter-kit), 6S, 6 Plus or 6S Plus to be slipped into the design and kept securely in place without letting go until desired. Part of a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acestand-2) campaign at the time of publication, the 'KIYOJO' dock is crafted via CNC machined engineering that makes it perfectly suited to the aesthetic of the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbita-iphone-mount) smartphone. The 'KIYOJO' makes handsfree calls more handsfree, enables FaceTime calls without having to angle or holds your phone and can even help when it comes to reading recipes. The 'KIYOJO' magnetic dock can be affixed onto the refrigerator, but it can also be placed onto any metallic surface like lockers or doors. This increases the functionality and helps make keeping your device docked but still within reach easier. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Magnetic Smartphone Docks:** The 'KIYOJO' magnetic dock holds an iPhone securely on any metallic surface. - **CNC Machined Engineering:** The 'KIYOJO' dock's CNC machined engineering offers precision and aesthetic appeal. - **Hands-free Convenience:** The 'KIYOJO' dock provides a hands-free solution for calls, FaceTime, and reading recipes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The magnetic smartphone dock disrupts the consumer electronics industry by providing a secure and versatile docking solution. - **Manufacturing:** CNC machined engineering presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the manufacturing industry for creating precise and visually appealing products. - **Home Appliances:** The magnetic dock's ability to affix onto refrigerators and metallic surfaces disrupts the home appliances industry by offering a convenient way to keep smartphones within reach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Smartphone Stand Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-magnetic-wallet-stand.md) - [Magnetic Laptop Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbita-iphone-mount.md) - [High-End Design Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-iphone-stand.md) - [Pocket-Sized Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mophie-portable-magnetic-stand.md) - [Gripping Smartphone Mount Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kling-kong-smartphone-kickstand.md) - [Compact Multi-Position Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godonut-mini.md) - [Magnetic Wall Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moment-wall-mount.md) - [Timber Clamp-Equipped Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-desk-shelf-mount.md) - [Spherical Smartphone Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockorb.md)