# Multi-Gadget Keyboard Converters WINGStand Transforms Tablets into Computers By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wingstand References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/tech/wingstand-turns-any-touch-screen-device-into-a-laptop/) & [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/236443376419866481/Keyboard-Stand-Wingstand-for-iPad) The one thing about tablet devices is that it can be hard for some people to type with touchscreen; however, with the WINGStand, things will be come a lot easier. The WINGStand converts tablets into functional computers by adding a keyboard. When I say tablets, I mean that this little accessory isn't just for the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skfp-combo-keyboard); it fits brands like [Motorola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexpad) and [Blackberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks) as well. It's easy to use since all it needs is be to attached to the accessory and it will allow users to immediately type as they would on a computer. If you detach the accessory from the keypad, it can function as a regular stand that offers landscape and portrait viewing. It's an item that's worth an investment for those who are sick of operating primarily on touchscreens. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North 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's Driving This Trend - **Tablet Keyboard Converters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to enhance typing experience on tablets by adding physical keyboards. - **Multi-brand Compatibility:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create keyboard converters that fit various tablet brands, expanding market potential. - **Versatile Tablet Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop accessories that serve multiple functions, such as converting tablets into computers and functioning as stands. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the tech accessory industry to create and market tablet keyboard converter products. - **Tablet Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for tablet manufacturers to collaborate with keyboard converter creators to offer bundled products. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for online retailers to sell tablet keyboard converters and other versatile tablet accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Tablet Productivity Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mokibo-fusion-keyboard-2.md) - [All-in-One Tablet Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skfp-combo-keyboard.md) - [Sleek Tablet-Transforming Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad.md) - [Adaptable Professional Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-tablet-stand.md) - [Custom Magnetic Keyboard Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typestick.md) - [Ergonomic Tablet Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii.md) - [Lightweight Convertible Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-convertible-laptop.md) - [Screen-Accented Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchscreen-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Productive Laptop-Like Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-combo-touch.md)