# Boxed Minute Hand Timekeepers The Sci-fi Concept Watch Takes its Look from Science Fiction Films By Michael Hines | Published 2012-08-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-concept-watch References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2012/08/17/tokyoflash-sci-fi-concept-watch/) & [tokyoflash](http://www.tokyoflash.com/blog/2012/08/sci-fi-films-inspired-led-watch/) The Sci-Fi concept watch is the latest time tracker to grace the pages of the Tokyoflash Design Blog. The watch's futuristic look is inspired by the films '2001: A Space Odyssey' and 'TRON: Legacy.' Alan, a U.S. designer, is the man behind the Sci-Fi concept watch. His watch has a face devoid of numbers and hands and actually looks near impossible to tell time on at first glance. However, once you learn what all of the rings and squares mean, things get significantly easier. Hours are told by looking at the gaps in the blue circle. To decipher the minutes, simply look to see where the gap in the white circle is, then add the number of white blocks on the face. The watch is still a concept, but don't be shocked if you see it available in the Tokyoflash shop a few months from now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic Watches:** The trend of futuristic watches is on the rise, inspired by science fiction films and featuring unique and unconventional designs. - **Minimalist Timekeeping:** The trend of minimalistic timekeeping is emerging, with watches that have no numbers or hands, relying on unconventional indicators to tell time. - **Concept Watches:** Concept watches are gaining popularity, offering innovative and imaginative designs that push the boundaries of traditional timekeeping. ### Who This Affects Most - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry has an opportunity to innovate by incorporating futuristic and unconventional designs into their product lines. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of minimalist timekeeping by introducing sleek and modern watches that emphasize simplicity and style. - **Retail and E-commerce:** The retail and e-commerce industry can explore the concept watch market by partnering with innovative designers and offering these unique timepieces to customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Robotic-Themed Retro Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airo-led.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Subtly Sci-Fi Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-citizen-rebel-starfighter-boxed-set.md) - [Futuristic Space-Themed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida.md) - [Sleek Magnetic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triarch.md) - [Rad Retro-Style Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuture-wrist-tech.md) - [Global Timezone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nik-bentel-studio.md) - [Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justwatch.md)