# Clear Collapsible Computers The Thomas Laenner Transparent Tablet Concept is Stunning By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-09-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-laenner-transparent-tablet-concept References: [gadgetose](http://gadgetose.com/transparent-tablet-concept/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/thomaslaenner) The Thomas Laenner Transparent Tablet concept is aesthetically alluring and designed with functionality in mind. The space-aged tablet displays all visual content on a crystal clear surface, offering users a seriously clean-cut experience. You won't find any traditional plugs or buttons on this futuristic concept. How the device operates remains a mystery for the most part. The concept of bringing [transparent surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visual-instruments-phantom) into gestural and [touchscreen products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumo-x700) is becoming increasingly apparent. With augmented reality and intuitive platforms gaining momentum, the idea of a see-through tablet may not be too far away from the future. Industrial designer Thomas Laenner produces exceptional work that brings [minimalism and cutting-edge features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-2) into one streamlined product. He currently holds a Masters Degree in Industrial Design from Aalborg University. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Transparent Surfaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop transparent surfaces for gestural and touchscreen products to create visually appealing and intuitive user experiences. - **Augmented Reality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine transparent surfaces with augmented reality technology to create immersive and interactive digital experiences. - **Minimalism in Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate minimalistic design principles in product development to create streamlined and cutting-edge solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate transparent surfaces and augmented reality technology into consumer electronics to revolutionize user interfaces and experiences. - **Gestural and Touchscreen Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply transparent surfaces and intuitive platforms to gestural and touchscreen products for enhanced usability and visual appeal. - **Industrial Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore minimalistic design concepts in industrial design to create products that blend aesthetics and advanced features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transparent Crystalline Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-project-crystal.md) - [Crystalline Tech Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-clear-series.md) - [Immersive All-Screen Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macbook-folio.md) - [Transparent Design Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-phone-1-concept.md) - [Clear Home Cleaning Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-robot-vacuum.md) - [Visible Component Smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-phone-1.md) - [Designer-Targeted Tablet Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pen-tablet.md) - [Fashionable Desktop Design Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wondlet-graphics-tablet.md) - [Transparent All-Glass Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-watch-1.md)