# Design-Savvy Tablet Stands The SLiM Makes Your Tablet Look Like an iMac By james Park | Published 2013-07-01 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slimipad-stand-inspired-by-imac References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/footmarker/slim-stand-like-imac-for-ipad?ref=category) The SLiM iPad stand is inspired by the sleek and modern design of the [iMac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-slim-dock). Made by Footmarker, an IT idea company, the project is now looking for funding on the popular crowdsourcing platform [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maghub-3). Anyone who uses their tablet frequently knows that it's inconvenient to have to find something to prop your iPad up with; even iPad covers can be filmsy and not allow you full use of the device while it's propped up. SLiM takes this into account with its [aluminum frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-bookstand) that's functional and affordable. Reduce your eye strain, rest your wrists and check out getting the SLiM iPad stand to clear clutter on your desk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sleek Tablet Stands:** The growing demand for sleek and functional tablet stands presents opportunities for companies to design innovative products. - **Crowdsourced Funding:** The popularity of crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter creates opportunities for entrepreneurs to raise funds for their innovative ideas. - **Ergonomic Workspace Solutions:** There is a growing need for ergonomic workspace solutions like the SLiM iPad stand to enhance productivity and reduce physical strain on users. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of sleek tablet stands by developing innovative and stylish products. - **Crowdfunding:** The crowdfunding industry provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for entrepreneurs to raise funds for innovative workspace solutions like the SLiM iPad stand. - **Office Furniture:** The office furniture industry can tap into the market for ergonomic workspace solutions by designing and manufacturing products like the SLiM iPad stand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Aluminum Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magfree-pro.md) - [Multi-Purpose Computer Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-stand3.md) - [Ultra-Slim Folding Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metastand-pro.md) - [Origami-Inspired Technology Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablet-and-phone-stand.md) - [Haute Tubular Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookarc-flex-macbook-stand.md) - [Adaptable Professional Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-tablet-stand.md) - [Slender Ergonomic Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onepiece-laptop-stand.md) - [Angular Tablet Protector Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-magez-folio-2.md) - [Dual-Kickstand Interactive Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-folio.md)