# Steampunk Macs An Antique-Look Cover Transforms an iMac Into an 'Old Time Computer' By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-03-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-mac References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/victorian-antique-imac-will-impress-the-most-stubborn/) & [oldtimecomputer](http://www.oldtimecomputer.com/oldtimecomputer/imac.html) This handmade, customized slip cover for your [iMac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cover-me-camera) will turn your new piece of technology into an 'Old Time Computer.' The custom oak cover and keyboard accent has a hand-painted faux marble finish and is perfect for Luddites who have had to conform to the technological age. If you want the ultimate set-up, replace your regular, white Mac keyboard with a completely customized one--built to resemble a typewriter's keyboard. Smith Corona would be so proud! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Handmade Customized Covers:** The trend of handmade, customized slip covers offers opportunities for artisans to meet the demand for personalized tech accessories. - **Steampunk Aesthetic:** The steampunk aesthetic trend presents opportunities for designers to create vintage-inspired tech accessories that appeal to Luddites and retro enthusiasts. - **Repurposing Vintage Technology:** The trend of repurposing vintage technology, such as typewriters, into functional tech accessories offers opportunities for innovative entrepreneurs to combine nostalgia with functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Artisanal Tech Accessories:** The artisanal tech accessories industry can benefit from the increased demand for customized slip covers that transform modern technology into retro-inspired products. - **Vintage-inspired Design:** The vintage-inspired design industry has the potential to create a range of retro tech accessories, such as custom keyboards, that cater to consumers seeking a steampunk aesthetic. - **Tech Accessories Repurposing:** The tech accessories repurposing industry can explore opportunities to transform vintage technology, like typewriters, into functional and stylish tech accessories for Luddites and retro enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Desktop Computer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macintosh-computer-concept.md) - [Victorian-Inspired USB Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-diviner-keyboard.md) - [Retro-Style Mini Gamer PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-retro-mini-pc-am01-1.md) - [Nostalgic 90s Keyboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-1800-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Operating System Stationery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS.md) - [Retro-Styled Pocket Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macintosh-pocket.md) - [Retro-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro95.md) - [Steampunk Desktop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-desk.md) - [Advanced Antiquated Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azio-mkretro-typewriterstyle-mechanical-keyboard.md)