The Nostalgic Elago W3 Watch Dock is Reminiscent of a CRT Television
Ellen Smith — September 18, 2017 — Art & Design
References: kickstarter & yankodesign
The Elago W3 watch dock by 'Wisekids' combines the nostalgia of the past with the convenient technology of the present to bring consumers a functional and visually pleasing phone stand that pays homage to the predecessors of modern technology.
The nostalgia-inducing phone stand is reminiscent of a vintage CRT television, which used to be a household staple. Complete with a splash of orange color, this watch dock offers users the luxury of enjoying a television show from the comfort of a smartphone in a manner that's more ergonomic than previous methods. Simply slipping a smartphone into a phone dock will allow users to comfortably view the screen, all while reminiscing about a more technologically simple time.
The nostalgia-inducing phone stand is reminiscent of a vintage CRT television, which used to be a household staple. Complete with a splash of orange color, this watch dock offers users the luxury of enjoying a television show from the comfort of a smartphone in a manner that's more ergonomic than previous methods. Simply slipping a smartphone into a phone dock will allow users to comfortably view the screen, all while reminiscing about a more technologically simple time.
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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