# Faux Brick Phones Carry Your New Mobile Like Your Old School Cell Phone By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-05-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-school-cellphone-accessories-carry-your-cell-in-a-retro-brick-phone References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/05/put-your-cellph.php) & [gofrostfire](http://www.gofrostfire.com/brick-style-mobile-phone-holder.html) The new brick cellphone case is a retro revival of the old school cellphones. Taking you back to the days of Zack Morrison, the Brick Style Mobile Phone Holder is a unique way to carry around you own cell. Not only does it hold your phone, but the this ‘80s throwback also speaks five different phrases whenever you receive a call or text message. And, as an added bonus, it lights up! This retro phone case makes for a great gag gift! [Craziest Gadgets](http://craziestgadgets.com/2009/01/08/retro-brick-cell-phone-holder-miami-vice-ifies-your-phone/) [Shiny Shack](http://www.shinyshack.com/product.php?prid=212438) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Faux Brick Phone Cases:** The trend of retro cases for modern mobile phones provides an opportunity for phone accessories and gadget companies to offer unique products that appeal to nostalgia. - **Nostalgic-purpose Gadget:** The trend of retro gadgets provides an opportunity to create new devices that tap into nostalgia and incorporate modern technology. - **Retro-themed Fashion Accessories:** The trend of retro fashion accessories for phones and gadgets provides an opportunity for companies to create unique and stylish products. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can leverage the trend of retro phone cases to create new and unique products. - **Gadget Manufacturers:** Gadget manufacturers can take advantage of the trend of nostalgic-purpose gadgets and create new devices that tap into nostalgia. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory companies can utilize the trend of retro-themed fashion accessories for phones and gadgets to increase their product line and appeal to nostalgia. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Playful Custom Tech Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case.md) - [Interactive Gaming Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-phone-case.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3-case.md) - [Retro Gaming Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamebaby.md) - [Nostalgic Colorful Flip Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2660-flip.md) - [Premium Retro Mobile Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nokia-150.md) - [Retro Tech-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c1-magfit.md) - [Retro Mascara Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-high-mascara-kit.md)