# Desktop Model Engine Realistic USB Hub By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-10-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-hub-sounds-and-looks-like-real-power References: [coolest-gadgets](http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20071030/usb-engine-hub/) Some gadgets will just irritate the hell out of people. You'll know what I mean when you watch the video, but that's also what makes them fun. This is a [USB hub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hubkey-gen2). It's a small model engine that [sits on your desk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-accessories1) to plug USB's into. The coolest thing is that when it's plugged in, it will make [engine noises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine). Since it has a throttle you can rev it up to make realistic motorcycle noises. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Model Engine Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create more model engine gadgets that serve practical purposes. - **Realistic USB Hubs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop USB hubs that provide realistic sound effects or other engaging features. - **Desktop Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and market a variety of unique and entertaining desktop gadgets. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate realistic sound effects into various consumer electronic products. - **Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unconventional USB hubs or other office supplies that enhance user experience. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine functionality and entertainment by producing more interactive and realistic toy gadgets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spaceship-Inspired USB Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docking-station-usb-hub.md) - [Steampunk Desktop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-desk.md) - [Desktop Display Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style.md) - [Miniature Multifunctional Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raycue-128k.md) - [Compact Desktop Organized Dongles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hubkey.md) - [Progressive Colorful Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lonhub.md) - [Livestreamer USB Device Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamplify-hub-deck-5.md) - [Modular Content Creator Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-masterhub.md) - [Retro Docking Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docking-hub.md)