E-Ink Smartphone Protectors

The popSLATE Second Screen Smart Case is Decorative and Practical

The popSLATE Second Screen Smart Case is an interactive smartphone protector. Unlike traditional cases that rely on a single static design, this case can be changed on whim. It boasts an e-ink display that provides a second window into a person's mobile life.

Designed for the iPhone 5, the popSLATE Second Screen Smart Case allows people to 'pop' images from any source be it images on the web, iPhone screenshots, photos from Instagram or pictures from friends. They can be shown individually or in a slideshow mode. It can also display more crucial information such as notifications, sport scores, maps and notes so that they are easily available at a glance. It comes with an accompanying app.

Interactive Smartphone Protectors
The popSLATE Second Screen Smart Case introduces a new trend of interactive smartphone protectors that allow users to customize their phone case design and display additional information.
E-ink Displays
The use of e-ink displays in smartphone cases, like the popSLATE Second Screen Smart Case, is a growing trend that offers a second window into a person's mobile life.
Customizable Phone Accessories
The popSLATE Second Screen Smart Case showcases a trend of customizable phone accessories that allow users to personalize their phone case with images and information.

Industries Being Reshaped

Technology
The technology industry can explore opportunities in developing more interactive smartphone protectors and accessories with customizable e-ink displays.
Mobile Accessories
The mobile accessories industry can tap into the trend of customizable phone accessories by offering a range of customizable options for smartphone cases.
Retail
Retailers can capitalize on the trend of interactive smartphone protectors by offering a variety of e-ink display cases and personalized phone accessories for consumers to choose from.
SCORE
3.1 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 36%
Activity 48%
Freshness 8%

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