# Conceptual Upgrade-Friendly PCs The 'Whale' PC Enables Users to Change Out Components Themselves By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whale-pc References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/01/02/a-whale-of-a-computer/) Technology products seem to become obsolete within mere weeks of purchase, so the conceptual 'Whale' PC has been designed with an upgrade-friendly aesthetic to let you tinker with the components as required. The unit features a drawer that allows you to easily access all of the components within including the graphics card, RAM card and hard drive. This allows users to easily swap in [new or more powerful pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laptop-16) as required rather than having to purchase a new PC or pay costly upgrade fees at a local computer shop. The conceptual 'Whale' PC is the design work of Beom Sic Jeon and identifies the need for more [modular technology products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framework-desktop1) as consumers become less satisfied with solutions that require professional intervention to be modified. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modular Technology Products:** The trend of modular technology products enables users to easily upgrade and customize their devices without professional assistance. - **User-tinkerability:** The trend of user-tinkerability allows consumers to modify and replace components of their technology products as needed, reducing the need for costly upgrades or new purchases. - **Upgrade-friendly Aesthetic:** The trend of upgrade-friendly aesthetic focuses on the design of technology products that facilitate easy access and swapping of components for users. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Computer Hardware:** The computer hardware industry can leverage the trend of modular technology products to develop upgrade-friendly PCs that cater to consumer demand for customization and flexibility. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can tap into the trend of user-tinkerability by creating devices that allow users to easily modify and replace parts, providing a sense of control and longevity to consumers. - **Technology Services:** The technology services industry can capitalize on the trend of upgrade-friendly aesthetic by offering services that help customers upgrade and customize their devices, reducing the need for professional intervention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Swappable Component Laptop Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compal-adapt-x.md) - [Predator-Shaped PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-shark-x.md) - [Whale-Inspired PC Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orca-mouse-concept.md) - [Sleekly Conceptualized All-in-One PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ws1-workstation.md) - [Adaptable Tech Hardware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hone-pro.md) - [Gaming Console-Inspired Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-windows-pc.md) - [Upgraded Compact Desktop Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-desktop-computer.md) - [Upgradeable Compact Gamer PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zotac-magnus-one.md) - [Accessible Modular Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/second-generation-laptop.md)