The Smartphone Case N is something that would normally hit the Internet on April Fool's Day, that is how hilarious yet dubiously real the concept is. Dismayed at the number of broken devices due to accidental falls, an adorable 'science-y' gentleman (who has to be an actor of some sort) embarks on a mission to create a way to avoid such heart-wrenching mishaps. What he comes up with can only be likened to a portable airbag.
Designed by Honda, the Smartphone Case N "rivals a George R. R. Martin novel in girth," as cleverly noted by Dvice. As soon as it is dropped, "an accelerometer in the case swings into action, deploying six little airbags," it further explains. As soon as it hits the ground, it is cushioned from its fall.
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The Smartphone Case N by Honda Cushions Gadgets When Dropped
Trend Themes
1. Protective Gadget Cases - Opportunity for manufacturers to innovate and design new kinds of cases that protect electronic devices from accidental falls.
2. Smartphone Safety Features - Opportunity for smartphone manufacturers to introduce built-in safety features that minimize damage to devices when they fall or are dropped.
3. Advanced Sensors - Opportunity for companies to develop more advanced sensors that can detect an electronic device's fall and deploy airbags or other protective mechanisms in real-time.
Industry Implications
1. Electronics Manufacturing - Manufacturers can create new products, such as protective smartphone cases, that cater to consumers' rising demand for drop-resistant gadgets and devices.
2. Automotive Technology - Companies like Honda can collaborate with other industries to introduce safety technology, such as airbag cushions for electronic devices, that cater to new markets and customers.
3. Insurance and Warranty - Opportunity for insurance and warranty providers to offer coverage for electronic devices that are equipped with protective cases or safety features that minimize damage caused by accidental falls or drops.