I can't help but think of my old Game Boy Pocket after seeing the Game Boy iPhone case. Icipio created the case, which covers the back of the iPhone and looks exactly like Nintendo's iconic handheld gaming system.
Unlike the other Nintendo iPhone offerings, the Game Boy iPhone case actually functions as a case. That's the good news; the bad news is that Incipio made it as a promo for CES 2011 and has no plans on releasing it.
What's Driving This Trend
- Retro Gaming Accessories
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and market smartphone cases that resemble and function as iconic gaming devices from the past.
- Mobile Gaming Enhancements
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smartphone cases that enhance the gaming experience with built-in controls and features.
- Nostalgia-inspired Tech Accessories
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture tech accessories that evoke nostalgia by mimicking iconic devices.
Who This Affects Most
- Gaming Accessories
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent and produce smartphone shells that transform regular smartphones into gaming devices.
- Phone Case Manufacturing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and manufacture unique phone cases that offer additional functionality for specific user needs.
- Retro Tech Gadgets
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create and market modern tech gadgets that are inspired by vintage devices like the Game Boy.
