# Journal Smartphone Cases The Dodo Notes for the iPhone 5 Makes Memo-Taking Simpler By Meghan Young | Published 2013-05-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dodo-notes-for-the-iphone-5 References: [inqmind.co](http://inqmind.co/2013/05/a-phone-case-for-thinkers/) & [dodocase](http://www.dodocase.com/products/dodonotes-for-iphone-5) The Dodo Notes for the iPhone 5 might seem a little redundant to some, but judgements aside, it is a rather practical [smartphone case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases) to have on hand. Essentially, it protects the device by way of a pad of paper, which can also be used to jot down notes on the fly. Although most smartphones have a note-taking feature, it can often be a pain to access. With this case, [note-taking is simplified](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noteanote) yet again. As the designers behind the Dodo Notes for the iPhone 5 state, "tradition meets technology." Created in collaboration with Mohawk, they feature 30 tear-out pages of Mohawk's Superfine paper. Complete with a [classic book-like aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclassic-case) and elastic band holder, the case will appeal to many. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Smartphone Note-taking Cases:** Opportunity for businesses to innovate and create cases that combine phone protection with convenient note-taking features. - **Convergence of Tradition and Technology:** Potential for industries to explore collaborations that blend traditional materials and aesthetics with modern technology. - **Simplifying Note-taking:** Room for businesses to develop products or apps that make note-taking on smartphones more accessible and user-friendly. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to design and manufacture smartphone cases with built-in note-taking functionality. - **Paper and Stationery:** Opportunity for stationsery brands to partner with tech companies and create products that merge traditional paper with digital devices. - **App Development:** Potential for companies to develop note-taking apps with simplified user interfaces that enhance efficiency and accessibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Leather-Bound Connected Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connected-notebooks.md) - [Sporty NFC-Enabled Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-iphone-sport-case.md) - [Notebook-Equipped Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-snap-flow.md) - [MagSafe Leather Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case.md) - [Connected Display Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reetle-smartink-i.md) - [Scent-Encapsulated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aroma-scent-phone-case.md) - [Mobile Reading Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropads-new-bookcase.md) - [Minimalist Designer-Made Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-the-white-case.md) - [AI-Powered Smartphone Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-amber-case.md)