# Mountable Mobile Protectors The Arkhippo Tilt iPhone Case Introduces Better Hands-Free Handset Use By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-03-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkhippo-tilt-iphone-case References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/03/13/a-case-that-actually-improves-your-iphone/) & [arkwhat](http://www.arkwhat.com) The Arkhippo Tilt iPhone Case was designed with the consideration of how smartphone use has come to change in recent years. While many people find themselves using map apps and the camera function more than making actual phone calls, this product helps the consumer to position the device more thoughtfully within his most common scenarios. Made from high-grade thermoplastic elastomer, the cellphone protector is durable and flexible, yet light and thin. Most noticeably, however, it hasn't been molded to be symmetrical. Sang Lee's design is a parallelogram with two opposite corners that extrude slightly. The shape makes it easier to get a good manual grip, but the Arkhippo Tilt iPhone Case specializes in mount compatibility with its tripod thread. It can be mounted on bikes, windshields and photography equipment. More Info: [Kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ark/arkhippo-tilt-case-for-iphone-5-and-5s) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mountable Smartphone Accessories:** The trend of designing smartphone accessories that can be easily mounted on various surfaces presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative products. - **Hands-free Smartphone Use:** The trend of prioritizing hands-free smartphone use opens up opportunities for businesses to develop innovative solutions that improve user convenience and safety. - **Flexible and Durable Phone Protectors:** The trend of designing phone protectors with high-grade thermoplastic elastomer materials that are both flexible and durable provides opportunities for companies to create innovative and long-lasting products. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Accessories:** The Mobile Accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of mountable smartphone accessories by creating products that allow users to conveniently and securely mount their smartphones. - **Consumer Electronics:** The Consumer Electronics industry can take advantage of the trend of hands-free smartphone use by developing innovative devices and technologies that enable users to interact with their smartphones without using their hands. - **Phone Case Manufacturing:** The Phone Case Manufacturing industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the trend of flexible and durable phone protectors by creating innovative cases that provide both protection and flexibility for users' smartphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gripping Smartphone Mount Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kling-kong-smartphone-kickstand.md) - [Origami-Inspired Magsafe Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcy-arimoto.md) - [High-Tech Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-case-30.md) - [Multifunctional Magnetic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torras-upro-ostand.md) - [Multifunctional Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upro.md) - [Mountable Handsfree Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-for-ipad.md) - [Multifunctional Stealthy Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ostand-spin.md) - [Adjustable Geared Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-smartphone-holder.md) - [Videography Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90-degree-instinct-case.md)