# Laptops Get Smaller Napkin PC By Alex Covert | Published 2008-01-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/napkin-pc References: [techeblog](http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/pictures-high-tech-napkin-pc-is-modular-sustainable) & [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/index.php/2008/01/04/high-tech-napkins/) This concept for a portable, napkin-like computer was designed to be used in a group environment. It works like this: The computer is in the base station. Data and images are sent wirelessly from the base to the 'pens' which in turn, transmit to the 'napkins'. There can be multiple users or multiple 'napkins'. The screens can even be put together to make a large screen ('towel?') The [high tech napkins](http://www.yankodesign.com/index.php/2008/01/04/high-tech-napkins) were designed by Avery Holleman. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Portable Computing:** The concept of napkin-like computers opens up opportunities for more portable and collaborative computing experiences. - **Wireless Communication:** The use of wireless technology in transmitting data to different devices enables seamless connectivity and convenience for users. - **Modular Screens:** The ability to combine screens to create larger displays presents new possibilities for versatile and adaptable visual experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** The technology industry can explore the development of portable and collaborative computing devices based on the napkin-like concept. - **Communication:** The communication industry can leverage wireless communication technology to enhance connectivity and data transmission in various contexts. - **Display Technology:** The display technology industry can focus on creating modular screens that can be easily combined or split for different purposes and configurations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Size-Expanding Laptop Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compal-electronics-infinite-laptop.md) - [Pocket Computing Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokepad.md) - [Folding Handheld PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penkesu.md) - [Compact Keyboard-Style Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-nano.md) - [Three-in-One Laptop Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seal-laptop.md) - [Foldable Computer Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-with-foldable-screen.md) - [Transparency-Focused Laptop Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-book-1-concept.md) - [All-in-One Workstation Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lt1-laptop-concept.md) - [Hyper-Portable Micro Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-mini-laptop.md)