# Tablet Mouse Pads The iMousePad is Almost as Good as the Real Thing By Michael Hines | Published 2010-06-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-imousepad References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/18/the-ipad-under-mouse/) & [darkdesign.ru](http://www.darkdesign.ru/) The the iMousePad is a [mouse pad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-hyperflux-v2) from Russian design studio DarkDesignGroup that should help hold you over until you get your [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad). The waiting is always the hardest part. The the iMousePad looks just like a real iPad. If technical details aren't a big deal, then the the iMousePad is the perfect [iPad substitute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-dynamic-folio). Sure it can't actually *do* anything, but it looks cool and clever. And looks speak louder than capabilities at times. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Imitation Technology Accessories:** Opportunity for creating imitation tech accessories that mimic popular devices in a clever and stylish way. - **Visual Design Substitutes:** Opportunity for designing substitutes that may not have functional capabilities but provide aesthetic appeal. - **Temporary Tech Solutions:** Opportunity for developing temporary tech solutions that cater to consumer needs while they wait for the real product. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating visually appealing substitutes for popular devices. - **Design and Fashion:** Opportunities for design studios to create clever and stylish substitutes for popular tech products. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity to market and advertise temporary tech solutions as a desirable substitute for the real product. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Laptop-Friendly Mouse Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bord-mouse-pad.md) - [Naturalistic Workstation Mouse Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade-wool-felt-mouse-pad.md) - [Domed Haptic Feedback Trackpads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trackpad.md) - [Antibacterial-Coating Mousepads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antibacterialcoating-mousepad.md) - [Practical Matte Desk Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-pad.md) - [Pebble-Like Touchpad Mouse Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapt.md) - [Wireless Charger-Equipped Mousepads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avalon-mouse-pad.md) - [Screen-Equipped Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-mouse-touch.md) - [Sleek Tablet-Transforming Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad.md)