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# Stylophone-Sheathed Business Cards
The 'StyloCard' Can Be Used to Create Keyboard Sounds

By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2018-05-14 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylophone-business-card
References: [dangerousprototypes](http://dangerousprototypes.com/blog/2018/05/08/stylocard/) & [mitxela](https://mitxela.com/projects/stylocard)

Electronics tinkerer and innovator Tim Jacobs developed a high-tech business card that makes use of modern computing technologies in order to go about doing a whole more than just displaying business affiliations, as it can actually be used to generate keyboard sounds much like a stylophone.

The so-called Stylocard business cards are only one millimeter thick, but feature all the technologies needed to be able to function as [MIDI controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller). The cards can be used in conjunction with a computer and music production software to help generate sounds.

This business card actually features a visually clear keyboard printed on it, and when users use a [stylus to tap the keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindone-snapin-case), they can go about generating sounds.

While this may seem like just a fun and impressive gimmick at first, the fact of the matter is that people hand out business cards because they want to stand out, and handing out a StyloCard is a sure way to achieve that.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.3/10
- Popularity: 23% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **High-tech Business Cards:** The integration of modern computing technologies in business cards creates opportunities for new functionalities and interactive experiences.
- **MIDI Controllers:** The use of business cards as MIDI controllers opens up possibilities for musicians and producers to create sounds and music anywhere, anytime.
- **Interactive Gimmicks:** Using interactive gimmicks in business cards can help individuals and businesses to leave a lasting impression on recipients.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Printing:** The printing industry can explore new possibilities by integrating electronic components into business cards.
- **Music Production:** The music production industry can benefit from business cards that double as MIDI controllers, allowing for more convenient music creation.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing professionals can leverage interactive gimmicks in business cards to create memorable brand experiences and stand out from the competition.

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