# Toy Tablet Protectors The Etch a Sketch iPad Case Shows This Tablet is All Fun and Games By Meghan Young | Published 2010-09-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-a-sketch-ipad References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5643096/official-etch) & [getaheadcase](http://www.getaheadcase.com/) Finally, an Etch A Sketch [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryze-360) case to be proud of. Taking the vintage toy and applying it to protect your precious tablet has never been more fun or appropriate. I mean, remember all of those Etch A Sketch jokes when the iPad first came out? Now, as [Gizmodo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nape-pro) observes, the 'Shake to Undo' feature is more obvious thanks to this Etch A Sketch iPad case. Sold for only $40, it is sadly limited to only a protective purpose. Those knobs do nothing but reinforce the look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Tablet Accessories:** The Etch a Sketch iPad case is an example of the growing trend of vintage-inspired tablet accessories, offering consumers a nostalgic and unique way to protect their devices. - **Functional Novelty Tech Cases:** Tech cases that serve a dual purpose of protection and interactive functionality, like the Etch a Sketch iPad case, are disrupting the traditional concept of tablet accessories, providing users with a fun and playful experience. - **Enhanced User Experience Through Design:** The Etch a Sketch iPad case exemplifies the trend of enhancing user experience through design, incorporating iconic elements from the past to create a more engaging and memorable interaction with the device. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics Accessories:** The consumer electronics accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of vintage-inspired tablet accessories, creating unique and nostalgic product offerings that appeal to a wide range of consumers. - **Toy and Game Manufacturing:** The toy and game manufacturing industry has an opportunity to tap into the market of functional novelty tech cases, leveraging popular toy designs to create interactive and protective accessories for various devices. - **User Interface and Experience Design:** The user interface and experience design industry can explore innovative ways of incorporating nostalgic elements into device protection, adding a touch of nostalgia and playfulness to enhance user interactions with technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Tablet Case Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryze-360.md) - [Dishwasher-Safe Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otterbox-trustywash.md) - [Balanced Lifestyle Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soma-x-ipad-case.md) - [Productive Laptop-Like Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-combo-touch.md) - [Angular Tablet Protector Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-magez-folio-2.md) - [Productivity-Harnessing Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-flip.md) - [Colorful Tech Stylus Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crayon-pro.md) - [Portable Drawing Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-projector-for-kids.md) - [Mountable Handsfree Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-for-ipad.md)