# Destruction-Proof Tablets The ‘Earl’ Tablet Was Built to Survive While Helping You Sta By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-06-24 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earl-tablet References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/solar-powered-tablet-designed-work-wild/) & [meetearl](http://www.meetearl.com/) Since the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otterbox-trustywash) is too delicate for rigorous adventures, developers at Sqigle created the Earl tablet. The Earl is an [armored and destruction-proof tablet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-smartphone1) that was built for tech-savvy adventurers. Earl features an [e-ink touchscreen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-boox-p6-pro), solar panels and 16 gigabytes of storage that runs Android 4.1. All of this technology is packed into housing that is impervious to the elements. If you need to go for a swim, the tablet can survive three feet of water for half an hour before giving out. It’s also dust and shock-proof so you don’t have to worry about dropping it in the desert. The tablet was built with various sensors in order to help you on your travels. GPS chips along with motion and orientation sensors allow you to accurately track your location and elevation. In addition, internal weather sensors work to forecast so that you’re never caught off guard. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Destruction-proof Tablets:** The development of destruction-proof tablets presents an opportunity for tech-savvy adventurers to have durable and resilient devices for rigorous adventures. - **Armored Tablets:** The creation of armored tablets can cater to the needs of individuals who require devices that can withstand harsh environments and physical impact. - **Enhanced Outdoor Technology:** The development of enhanced outdoor technology, such as the Earl tablet, provides adventurers with advanced features like GPS tracking, weather forecasting, and durability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Adventure Gear:** The outdoor adventure gear industry can leverage the demand for destruction-proof tablets to offer durable and tech-integrated devices for adventurers. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore the production and marketing of armored tablets to cater to consumers' growing need for rugged and resilient devices. - **Technology and Gadgets:** The technology and gadgets industry can tap into the market for enhanced outdoor technology by developing and promoting devices with advanced features like GPS tracking and weather sensors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-r8.md) - [Rugged Field-Ready Tablet Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-u11.md) - [Rugged Powerhouse Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oukitel-rt10.md) - [Hybrid Rugged Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rt7-titan.md) - [Professional Field-Ready Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durabook-r11l.md) - [High-Durable Smart Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-design-tablet.md) - [Hyper-Durable Chinese Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-durable-smartphone.md) - [Professional-Grade Rugged Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackview-active-12-pro.md) - [Ultra-Rugged Field-Ready Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doogee-r20.md)