Bored of black and white? Meet the unexpected color trend taking over the tech world in 2026

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Orange is the new black?

Selection of tech in oranges, yellows and greens
(Image credit: Apple / IKEA / Bose / Nutribullet / Edited with Gemini)

Who was it that decided our tech needed to look super serious? For most gadgets these days, your options are as wide ranging as choosing between black and white. If you're lucky, you might have the option of silver or navy. Except, this summer, I'm seeing a shift that's as unexpected as it is welcome.

Alongside those funeral-friendly shades, I'm seeing an influx of tropical hues. I'm talking zingy lemon, fresh green, and — most predominantly — vibrant orange. This totally tropical trend is popping up across all corners of the tech market, and seeping into appliances too.

Tropical tech

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Ruth Hamilton
Ruth Hamilton
Collections Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Collections Editor, responsible for masterminding TechRadar's approach towards the new Collections format — a themed, curated selection of product recommendations designed to provide readers with an exciting new way to shop for the very best new gadgets and gizmos.

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