The HiLo From Roni Margolin Features a Keyboard as a Carrying Case
Michael Hines — August 10, 2011 — Tech
References: coroflot & yankodesign
The HiLo from Roni Margolin is a conceptual design that uses a keyboard as a case. The design is made out of felt with hot-pressed keys. The keyboard is also wireless and can snugly wrap around the HiLo when not in use.
The HiLo from Roni Margolin has a 10" OLED screen with a built-in kickstand that makes it look like a high-tech picture frame from behind. Most concept tablets attract wandering eyes because of their outrageous looks or tech specs, but the HiLo gains attention from its killer keyboard. Its innovative design eliminates the need to purchase a separate sleeve, as this model provides a two-in-one concept. This would save consumers a nice chunk of change and make switching from an established tablet such as the iPad or Galaxy an easy decision.
The HiLo from Roni Margolin has a 10" OLED screen with a built-in kickstand that makes it look like a high-tech picture frame from behind. Most concept tablets attract wandering eyes because of their outrageous looks or tech specs, but the HiLo gains attention from its killer keyboard. Its innovative design eliminates the need to purchase a separate sleeve, as this model provides a two-in-one concept. This would save consumers a nice chunk of change and make switching from an established tablet such as the iPad or Galaxy an easy decision.
Trend Themes
1. Tablet-keyboard Combos - The HiLo demonstrates an opportunity for developing tablet devices that have keyboards built in as a two-in-one concept.
2. Flexible Tablet Keyboards - Using felt material and hot-pressed keys, the HiLo showcases an opportunity to create keyboards that can flexibly wrap around tablets when not in use.
3. Sustainable Tablet Accessories - By making the HiLo out of felt, this type of tablet carrying case can become a trend for those looking for eco-friendly tablet accessories.
Industry Implications
1. Tablet Manufacturing - Tablet companies can innovate and reduce costs by integrating a keyboard into their tablet design, similar to the HiLo concept.
2. Keyboard Accessory Manufacturing - As the HiLo demonstrates, there is room for innovation in the manufacturing of tablet keyboard accessories with flexible materials and sustainable design.
3. Sustainable Fashion - The use of felt in tablet accessories like the HiLo demonstrates opportunities for sustainable fashion brands to innovate new designs for digital accessories.
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