# Cubic Card Readers The MoMA Memory Card Reader Stylishly Transfers Information By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moma-memory-card-reader References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2010/11/uber-cool-memory-card-reader.html) & [momastore.org](http://www.momastore.org/museum/moma/ProductDisplay_Memory) The [MoMA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-color-block-400) Memory Card Reader will add some style to your [desk accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style) as it transfers your files and photos. Designed by Akira Shimamura, the MoMA Memory Card Reader takes on a different shape from other, more traditional readers. Its cubic form allows the cards to be inserted vertically rather than horizontally. Priced at $20 ($18 for members), it is compatible with 44 types of [memory media](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-microsd-cards1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Stylish Desk Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create chic and trendy desk accessories that combine functionality with aesthetics. - **Vertical Card Readers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop card readers that allow for vertical insertion, offering a unique and user-friendly experience. - **Multi-compatible Memory Media:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent memory media that are compatible with a wide range of devices, catering to the needs of diverse user bases. ### Where This Applies - **Product Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new design concepts and materials for creating stylish and visually appealing desk accessories. - **Technology Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative card reader solutions that enhance file transfer efficiency and convenience. - **Memory Storage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expand the compatibility of memory media to accommodate various formats and improve data transfer speeds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Durable Memory Card Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/media-tank.md) - [Multifunctional External Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onemodern-m6.md) - [Compact Photo Storage Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photocube-pd.md) - [Modular Digital Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kingston-workflow-station-and-reader.md) - [Icon-Shaped USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folderdrive.md) - [Portable Photo Storage Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photocube-pd-plus.md) - [Object-Resembling USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-1.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing CD Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-cd-player.md) - [Creative Professional Memory Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexar-professional-memory-cards.md)