# Retro Media Players Rewind to the Past with the Song Han Xin Etape By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-09-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/song-han-xin-etape References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/09/02/cassettes-pmp-are-so-reto-and-cool/) & [amazingadgets](http://www.amazingadgets.com/Gadgets/technology-news/cassettes-pmp-are-so-reto-and-cool.php) As we all know, the majority of today's modern technologies take inspiration from pre-existing technologies; take the Song Han Xin eTape, for example. Obviously inspired by the good old [cassette tape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowsky-retro-nano), this little antique has gotten one major facelift and upgrade. With multitouch features, in-sync design and docking much like the docks used for [iPods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-iphone-17-case), the Song Han Xin eTape has got all the functionality that modern technology has to offer in a [retro shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 3% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-tech Revival:** The rise of modern technology with a retro twist, offering nostalgia and novelty to consumers. - **Multitouch Remodeling:** The incorporation of multitouch features into retro technology for enhanced user experience. - **Hybrid Heritage:** Combining the best of both worlds, with nostalgic designs housing cutting-edge technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The incorporation of retro design into modern technology, offering consumers a unique and nostalgic user experience. - **Music Industry:** The return of retro music players provides an opportunity for musicians to release their music in classic formats. - **Vintage Collectibles Market:** The demand for vintage technology creates opportunities for collectors and sellers in the vintage market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Compact Clear Cassettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp81.md) - [Futuristic Old-Fashioned Phonographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-retro-player.md) - [Nostalgic Colorful Casette Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we001-edith.md) - [Retro Smartphone Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-music-player.md) - [Nostalgic Retro Music Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-mixtape-kit.md) - [Compact Cassette-Inspired Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowsky-retro.md) - [Modernized Cassette Player Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-cassette-tape-player.md) - [Modernized Boomboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we-are-rewind.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Digital Audio Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hires-player.md)