Add the Apple Macintosh Portable to Your Collection of Mac Electronics
Amanda Chang — December 28, 2010 — Tech
References: 9to5mac & geeky-gadgets
If you're wondering what to buy for the tech-loving Apple-obsessed individual with every gadget ever made, you should consider purchasing an original Apple Macintosh Portable. This particular prototype of the Portable was not intended for sale, making it extremely exclusive.
Available for purchase on eBay, the Apple Macintosh Portable prototype has already posted a starting bid of $1,750. Check it out before it's too late.
Implications - While a large number of consumers in today's society relish cutting-edge and high-tech products, there remains a yearning for items that exhibit antique or vintage qualities. Such items embody a sense of novelty and nostalgia that appeals to a wide variety of individuals. Companies will benefit by being able to provide these consumers with items that can transport them back in time and encounter old positive experiences.
Available for purchase on eBay, the Apple Macintosh Portable prototype has already posted a starting bid of $1,750. Check it out before it's too late.
Implications - While a large number of consumers in today's society relish cutting-edge and high-tech products, there remains a yearning for items that exhibit antique or vintage qualities. Such items embody a sense of novelty and nostalgia that appeals to a wide variety of individuals. Companies will benefit by being able to provide these consumers with items that can transport them back in time and encounter old positive experiences.
Trend Themes
1. Antique Tech - Opportunity for companies to provide vintage-inspired tech items that appeal to consumers' nostalgia and desire for novelty.
2. Collectible Electronics - Demand for rare and exclusive electronic items among tech enthusiasts creates a market for companies to offer limited-edition or prototype gadgets.
3. Nostalgia-based Products - Creating and selling products that evoke a sense of nostalgia can capture the attention of consumers seeking sentimental connections with the past.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - E-commerce platforms can tap into the demand for collectible tech items by providing a marketplace for sellers and buyers to connect.
2. Vintage Electronics - Companies specializing in vintage electronics can curate and sell rare and collectible items to tech enthusiasts.
3. Tech Accessories - Opportunity for companies to create and market tech accessories inspired by vintage designs to cater to consumers' nostalgia and retro aesthetic preferences.
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