# Cordless Smartphone Surfaces A QI Wireless Charger Get a Fresh New Look with a Cork Finish By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-08-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qi-wireless-charger References: [objectsandinteractions](http://objectsandinteractions.com/2013/08/15/qi-charger/) Normally, it can be difficult to find a QI wireless charger that isn't bulky and made out of solid plastic. Victor Johansson of Objects and Interactions wasn't having it so he came up with this prototype which tones down the crass shiny plastic with a natural cork layer. Surprisingly, this small touch makes a world of a difference in the way the gadget charger appears, taking it from a boring square sitting on the desk to a sleeker piece that is more aesthetically pleasing. The natural element of the pale cork creates a zen feeling that we are often robbed of in many tech-focused products. Victor Johansson plans on further improving his QI wireless charger prototype design by slimming down the overall bulk of the gadget. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Natural Material Tech:** The use of natural materials, such as cork, in tech products creates a more aesthetically pleasing and zen experience. - **Sleek Minimalist Design:** Slimming down the bulk of gadget chargers and opting for sleeker designs improves the overall aesthetic and user experience. - **Wireless Charging Innovation:** Exploring new materials for wireless chargers, like cork, brings a fresh and unique look to the market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry has an opportunity to incorporate natural materials into their product designs, enhancing aesthetics and user experience. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can leverage the use of natural materials in tech products to create a more cohesive and zen-like living environment. - **Product Design:** Innovative product designers can explore the use of unconventional materials, like cork, to create visually appealing and functional tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Relaxing Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stem-wireless-charger-lamp.md) - [Bed-Like Technology Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foam-wireless-charger.md) - [Decorative Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tricharge-wireless-charger-concept.md) - [Naturalistic Stone Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/einova-charging-stone.md) - [Garden-Inspired Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-moonlit-desk-garden.md) - [Angled Smartphone Charger Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-concept.md) - [Minimal Charging Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-clock-1.md) - [Desk-Compatible Wireless Charger Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-charger.md) - [Miniature Wireless Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neatcharge.md)