# Transparent Flexible Phone Cases Apple Introduces Clear Cases to Show Off the Colorful iPhone XR By Amy Duong | Published 2018-12-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-iphone-xr References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/12/apple-iphone-xr-clear-case) & [go.redirectingat](https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=66960X1514734&xs=1&url=https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MRW62/iphone-xr-clear-case?fnode=42) [Apple's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-4) selection of colorful iPhone XRs are constructed from aluminum, giving consumers a cost-friendly option of owning the sleek technology. The company recently unveiled transparent protective cases for the phone to show off the vibrant colors of red, yellow, and blue. Notably, this is Apple's first [clear phone case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-clear-series) and it uses materials including polycarbonate and TPU to ensure clear visibility, flexibility, and dirt-repellent properties. The case's exterior is also coated in a scratch-resistant finish to promote longevity and the interior is lined with technology that enables seamless wireless charging when the phone connected to Qi platforms. The translucent iPhone XR cases are available for purchase online now, with an instore drop set for December 10th. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Transparent Phone Cases:** The trend towards transparent phone cases highlights a desire for personalization and showcasing unique phone designs. - **Flexible Phone Cases:** As phone designs become more innovative and customizable, flexible phone cases offer protection for these more fragile devices. - **Scratch-resistant Finish:** The demand for durable and long-lasting phone cases has increased, making scratch-resistant finishes an important trend in the market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry is seeing growth as consumers invest more in protecting and personalizing their smartphones. - **Consumer Electronics:** Transparent and flexible phone cases are an example of how the consumer electronics industry is continually evolving to keep up with consumer demands. - **Materials Science:** The development of scratch-resistant materials for phone cases is creating opportunities for innovation in the materials science industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rubber-Edged Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-4.md) - [Recycled Material Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclear-case.md) - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Functional Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases.md) - [Component-Revealing Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-x-ray.md) - [Ultra-Durable Clear Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazingthing.md) - [Stylistic Sustainable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-of-cases.md) - [Branded Technology Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-x-casetify-collection.md) - [Minimal Textural Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripple-case.md)