# Wooden Computer Accessories The Touch Slab is a Wireless Wooden Touchpad by Orée By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2013-09-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-touchpads References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/whoa-this-working-trackpad-is-made-from-a-block-of-w-1300779964?utm_campaign=socialflow_gizmodo_twitter&utm_source=gizmodo_twitter&utm_medium=socialflow) & [oreedesign](http://oreedesign.com/products/oree-touchpad) Orée debuted [wireless wooden keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-slim-ex-series) last year; now its back with a gorgeous [wooden touchpad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trackpad) to go with it. Cleverly titled ‘Touch Slab,’ this new touchpad is a simple and cozy design alternative that combines both natural and technological elements. The Touch Slab is compatible with both [Mac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-touchpad) and Windows, connecting to both systems via Bluetooth. It also opts for a rechargeable battery instead of cord plug-in, keeping the overall look clean and uncluttered. Finally, this handy touchpad functions as a numerical keypad as well. You even have the option of personalizing the design when you pre-order on their website. Finely crafted out of premium maple or walnut, the Touch Slab is the perfect gadget for those who want a more organic look. If you already own the Orée Board, make the set complete with the Touch Slab. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Wireless Wooden Computer Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the field of computer peripherals by combining natural and technological elements in a wireless wooden touchpad. - **Rechargeable Cordless Computer Peripherals:** Disruptive potential in developing cordless computer peripherals with rechargeable batteries to maintain a clean and uncluttered aesthetic. - **Personalized Design Options for Computer Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in offering personalized design options for computer peripherals to cater to individual preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the integration of natural materials, such as wood, into wireless computer peripherals. - **Technology Accessories:** The technology accessories industry can embrace the trend of rechargeable and cordless peripherals for a sleek and minimalist look. - **Product Customization:** The product customization industry can cater to the demand for personalized computer accessory designs, creating unique and tailored products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Leather Construction Mousepads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-leather-mouse-pad.md) - [Naturalistic Workstation Mouse Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-wool-felt-mouse-pad.md) - [Honeycomb-Inspired PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keyboard-and-mouse-design.md) - [Screen-Equipped Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-mouse-touch.md) - [Pebble-Like Touchpad Mouse Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapt.md) - [Slender Touch Interface Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-bar.md) - [Victorian-Inspired USB Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-diviner-keyboard.md) - [Minimalistic Desk Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-felt-studio-pad.md) - [Rollable Bamboo Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-slips-keyboard.md)