# Rotating Smart Watch Docks The Native Union Apple Watch Charger is Minimalist in Design By M | Published 2015-11-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-watch-dock References: [gearculture](http://www.gearculture.com/goods/native-union-apple-watch-dock/) & [nativeunion](http://www.nativeunion.com/dock-for-apple-watch/) The Native Union is a [smart watch dock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-1) designed to be a sophisticated, minimalist and a convenient place to recharge the device's battery. The dock is designed with accessibility in mind with a [rotating arm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-watch-winder) that allows the viewer to still use and view the timepiece's face while it continues to power up. Smart watches are a quick growing commodity and having a dock that charges the watch up simplifies the convenience. The Native Union dock is essentially [a square module](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dockorb) complete with a circular dial on the side. The dial is the base for the watch to sit on. The dock recharges the devices power while simultaneously displaying the gadget so users can still access their emails, calls, notifications and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Design:** The trend of minimalist design in smart watch docks allows for a sleek and unobtrusive charging experience. - **Accessibility:** The trend of designing smart watch docks with rotating arms allows users to view and use their timepiece while it charges. - **Convenience:** The trend of integrating charging and display functions in smart watch docks simplifies the user experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can leverage the trend of minimalist design in smart watch docks to create innovative charging solutions. - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can capitalize on the trend of designing smart watch docks with rotating arms to enhance the user experience and convenience. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore the trend of integrating charging and display functions in smart watch docks to create stylish and functional accessories for tech-savvy consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Smartwatch Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-apple-watch-stand.md) - [Shifting Orientation Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-stand-charger.md) - [Magnetic Dual-Device Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-voyage.md) - [Smartwatch-Friendly Charging Cables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-universal-cable-for-apple-watch.md) - [Smartwatch-Friendly Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-65w-power-adapter-apple-watch-edition.md) - [Clock-Style Smartwatch Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otterbox-2in1-power-bank-with-apple-watch-charger.md) - [Stylish Dual-Device Charger Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-base-one-max.md) - [Micro-Sized Smartwatch Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keychain-apple-watch-charger.md) - [Floating Monitor-Mounted Tech Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/line-linestand.md)