# DIY Entertainment Systems 'PlayBox' is a 3D-Printed Device for Music, Radio, Videos and Gaming By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-05-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-box References: [thingiverse](http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1520880) '[PlayBox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playbox-urban-mobility)' is the name of a small home entertainment console that was built by Thingverse user 'milks' in order to replace a broken music player. As such, the 3D-printed device is primarily capable of streaming music and playing the radio, but it can also be used for other entertainment purposes. The DIY home entertainment system runs on [Raspberry Pi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console) and includes an OLED screen that makes it possible to view videos and play [retro games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdate-handheld) on the device, even from across the room. To piece together the PlayBox home entertainment system, only two printed pieces are needed, in addition to a few electronic components and accessories and the software code provided by this Thingverse creator. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Entertainment Systems:** Opportunity for individuals to create personalized entertainment systems using 3D printing and open-source technology. - **Raspberry Pi Integration:** Advancements in Raspberry Pi allow for the development of compact entertainment devices with streaming capabilities and retro gaming features. - **Simplified Home Entertainment:** Growing demand for easy-to-assemble and affordable home entertainment systems that offer streaming, gaming, and radio functionalities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create 3D-printed entertainment systems with versatile features. - **3D Printing:** Opportunity for 3D printing industry to cater to the growing demand for DIY entertainment systems and provide customizable components. - **Software Development:** Opportunity for software developers to create user-friendly interfaces and platforms for DIY entertainment systems, enhancing the overall user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Folding All-in-One Entertainment Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-capsule.md) - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md) - [Retro Smartphone Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-music-player.md) - [Building Block Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ps-one.md) - [Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sup-game-box-400.md) - [Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdate-handheld-gaming-device.md) - [Wooden Retro-Style VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stereoscopic-display-system.md) - [DIY Arcade Game Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstick-grs-buildacade.md) - [Spaceship-Like Entertainment Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odyssey-entertainment-system.md)