The Artist Julien Rivoire Created New Versions of Retro Tech Devices
Daniel Johnson — August 27, 2019 — Art & Design
References: julienrivoire & theverge
Julien Rivoire, a 3D artist based out of France, has created new versions of old tech devices. Some of the devices included are a WinAmp player, that can be folded to be much smaller, as well as a Nokia with a retro snake game, and a smaller device with Netflix branding and a 2.4-inch screen.
The music player was created by molding an Autodesk Fusion 360, which was based on screenshots of the old player. The screenshots were then used to create sketches. From there, everything from the buttons to the faders were added. The logos and textures of the device were created using Photoshop and all of the images were rendered using either Cinema 4D or Redshift.
The music player was created by molding an Autodesk Fusion 360, which was based on screenshots of the old player. The screenshots were then used to create sketches. From there, everything from the buttons to the faders were added. The logos and textures of the device were created using Photoshop and all of the images were rendered using either Cinema 4D or Redshift.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Tech Revival - Opportunity for companies to tap into the nostalgic appeal of old tech devices by creating revamped versions with modern functionality.
2. Compact and Portable - Opportunity for tech manufacturers to create smaller and foldable versions of existing devices, making them more convenient for on-the-go use.
3. Branded Entertainment Devices - Opportunity for content streaming platforms to collaborate with tech manufacturers to create branded devices that offer dedicated access to their content.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The technology industry can explore opportunities to revive and upgrade old tech devices with modern features and aesthetics.
2. Consumer Electronics - Companies in the consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of creating smaller and foldable tech devices for enhanced portability.
3. Media and Entertainment - Collaboration between content streaming platforms and tech manufacturers can create new revenue streams by introducing special branded devices for enhanced entertainment experiences.
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