Categories / Gadgets and Tech, Music

Abbey Road iPhone case by Crank Cases

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There are many different iphone cases on the market to pick from. For something with retro appeal, take a look at the range by Crank Cases, especially this Abbey Road case

The case reproduces the famous sign, complete with the graffiti, and is made from felt with a special fade resistant coating on top. Other designs in their range include cases in the shape of calculators, cassette tapes, red phone boxes and even the tardis. 

The case costs £13. 

Buy it from All Things Original

Categories / Gadgets and Tech

Smartphone gets a vintage twist with the iPhone Cassette Skin and Stand

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Is your iPhone just a little too modern-looking for your tastes? You need the iPhone Cassette Skin and Stand.

Yes, send it kicking and screaming back to the 80s with a rubbery sleeve that turns it into a cassette (well, kind of), while a cassette case-like structure works as a stand for your smartphone.

Ok, it's not really fooling anyone, but it's the kind of novelty that will get your iPhone noticed in a sea of similar devices. Available to pre-order now, it sells for £12.99.

Find out more at the IWOOT website

Categories / Design and Interiors, Music

Brennan and Burch tape wall stickers

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Long surpassed as a music format, the cassette tape still remains a favourite with designers. Another new product using its instantly recognisable form is this set of tape wall stickers from Brennan and Burch.

The work of illustrator Lisa Brennan, there are six different printed vinyl designs in a pack, which measures 50cm square. With a fun, cartoonish element and though it's the wrong era of musical technology, the bright colours give them a Pop feel. 

Apparently a limited edition (though I'm not sure exactly how limited), a pack costs £30. 

Buy them from Culturelabel

Categories / Design and Interiors

Cassette Tape and Record Deck doormats at Meninos

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We've seen (and featured) some interesting doormats in the past, but these Cassette Tape and Record Deck doormats at Meninos are something special.

Take your pick from four cassette designs, including the one above, or opt for the record deck, which you can see over the page. They might not look it, but all the mats are made of rubber, which means they should be washable and durable, with a size of around 60 x 38cm.

Prices for all are around $49.99, which is around £33.

Find out more at the Meninos website

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Categories / Watches

EOS produces the cassette-like Mixtape Watch

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If you're pining for the days of the cassette, you might be the perfect candidate for this newly-launched EOS Mixtape watch.

Yes, that's right, this is a cassette-shaped wristwatch, replacing the standard watch face with an anodised black stainless steel micro-cassette that features some branding and detailing. How do you tell the time? On the right dial is where the hands are for the time if you look closely.

Finished off with a leather strap and available in two colour combinations,  you can secure one for $135.

Find out more at the Shop Adorn website

Via Geek.com

Categories / Design and Interiors

Rocket 80s-style cassette deck shelf

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How useful it is I don't really know – but for impact, you can't really fault this Rocket cassette deck shelf.

Rocket is the name of the designers rather than the product (which I think is simply called 'shelf'), but is part of a wider collection based on the two designers' 'common infatuation with rock n roll and disco culture'.

In this case, an 80s-style, in-car cassette deck that mixes 2D and 3D elements, specifically wall vinyl and the wooden 'cassette' shelf. The entire design is around 42 inches wide, the shelf part covering 11.7 inches. Two colour options, both available online for £95.

Find out more at the Yoox website