# Suction Cup Smartphone Stands 'Leafmount' is a Collapsible Stand for Smartphones and Tablets By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-03-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-stand References: [mactrast](http://www.mactrast.com/2014/02/kickstarter-week-leaf-mount-collapsible-stand-ipad-iphone/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1506707629/leaf-mount-collapsible-stand-for-ipads-androids-an?ref=search) 'Leaf Mount' is a collapsible stand for [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-suction-grip), Android phones and tablets that stays in place using micro-suction cups. Its inventors are in the midst of a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acestand-2) campaign looking to raise funds to cover production of their product. The surface of the stand contains thousands of air pockets; pressing the stand against a flat surface such as a table creates a vacuum suction effect that keeps the stand stable. The Leaf Mount stand works with platforms and all flat-back devices including iPhones, [iPads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magfree-pro) and Android phones. Therefore, it can be used even as you upgrade and change devices. The stand's pads can be switched out and replaced once worn. The Leaf Mount is crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum and has a luxurious, glossy finish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Micro-suction Cup Stands:** There is a growing demand for user-friendly and sustainable device accessories, as demonstrated by the success of the Leafmount Kickstarter campaign. - **Flexible Device Stands:** The collapsible design of Leafmount highlights the trend for portable device stands that cater to the growing nomadic lifestyle of consumers. - **Modular Device Accessories:** The replaceable and interchangeable pads of Leafmount highlights the trend for customizable and modular device accessories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The Micro-Suction Cup trends and Flexible Device Stand trends are pertinent to the consumer electronics industry, representing an opportunity for companies to develop innovative device accessories in response to increasing demand. - **Manufacturing:** The Leafmount Kickstarter campaign represents an opportunity for the manufacturing industry to produce customizable device accessories that highlight the trend for modular and sustainable design. - **Design:** Designers of device accessories would be wise to consider the Micro-Suction Cup trend and focus on creating user-friendly and sustainable designs, while also capitalizing on the trend for modular and portable design represented by Leafmount. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gripping Smartphone Mount Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kling-kong-smartphone-kickstand.md) - [Suction Cup Smartphone Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsockets-suckup-grip-and-mount.md) - [Origami-Style Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-snap-phone-tripod-stand.md) - [Versatile EDC Phone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acestand-2.md) - [Pocket-Sized Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mophie-portable-magnetic-stand.md) - [Origami-Inspired Technology Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablet-and-phone-stand.md) - [Compact Suction Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-suction-grip.md) - [Suctioning Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-vacuum-suction-holder.md) - [Flatpack Magnetic Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-curve-nano.md)