# Laptop-Like Tablet Cases CruxENCORE iPad Cover is an Aluminum Sheath with an Integrated Keyboard By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-03-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cruxencore References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/stylish-cruxencore-case-gives-your-ipad-air-a-convenient-keyboard/) & [cruxcase](http://www.cruxcase.com/products/cruxencore-2/) Most of the time, you may be quite content to use your tablet's touchscreen surface on its own, but for those occasions when typing is required of you, the CruxENCORE is the perfect [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-keyboard-case) accessory. Slip your sleek device into the aircraft aluminum case to give it protection and increase its functionality without creating inconvenient bulk. The lightweight material affords a slim QWERTY keyboard that will have this setup looking similar to an [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii) [MacBook Air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impactresistant-laptop-case). Hinged connections between the gadget holder and the button-covered surface enable you to angle your screen to your preference, and even to turn the type pad around backwards so that it becomes a tablet stand. The CruxCase CruxENCORE helps you write emails and assignments and do work to enhance the business capabilities of your entertaining device. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 62% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Tablet Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative tablet cases that provide protection and increased functionality, such as integrated keyboards. - **Convertible Devices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create laptop-like tablets that can be used both with touchscreens and physical keyboards, providing a versatile user experience. - **Enhanced Productivity Tools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design productivity-focused accessories that enable users to perform tasks more efficiently on their tablets, catering to the growing demand for mobile work capabilities. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced tablet accessories that enhance user experience and productivity, tapping into the thriving consumer electronics market. - **Information Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative tablet solutions that bridge the gap between laptops and mobile devices, catering to the needs of IT professionals and businesses. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create and market tablet accessories online, leveraging the convenience and global reach of e-commerce platforms to reach a wider customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ergonomic Tablet Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii.md) - [Malleable Magnetic Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-keyboard-case.md) - [Productivity-Focused Tablet Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-folio-case.md) - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [Flexible Professional Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-flip-folio.md) - [Backlit Tablet Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/typecase-edge-pro.md) - [Mountable Handsfree Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-for-ipad.md) - [All-in-One Tablet Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skfp-combo-keyboard.md) - [Sleek Tablet Case Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryze-360.md)