# Retro Gadget Protectors The Etch A Sketch iPhone Cover is the Best Thing Ever By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-10-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-a-sketch-iphone-cover References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2009/10/19/etch-a-sketch-iphone-sleeve/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32583707) Keeping your new gadget safe is probably even more important than even buying one. What is the good of having an iPhone if you are just going to break it? The Etch A Sketch [iPhone cover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases) is the coolest way to [keep your new goodie protected](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-tank-case). Created to look like the retro game, the Etch A Sketch iPhone Cover is completely handmade and features the most bad ass thing ever: embroidered at the top it reads ‘i-Sketch.’ That is way cooler then you are, nerdlinger. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Gadget Protectors:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new retro-themed gadget protectors that combine nostalgia with modern functionality. - **Handmade Iphone Covers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique, handmade iPhone covers that appeal to consumers seeking individuality and craftsmanship. - **Embroidered Gadget Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design embroidered accessories for gadgets that provide a stylish and personalized touch. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce customizable and retro-themed accessories for smartphones and other electronic devices. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge fashion and technology by creating handmade and embroidered gadget accessories that appeal to style-conscious consumers. - **Craft and Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the market of personalized and handcrafted gadget accessories that cater to consumers' desire for unique and artistic products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Retro Gaming Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamebaby.md) - [Retro Iphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-50th-anniversary-iphone-17-pro.md) - [Fashionable Inflated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-case-2.md) - [Retro Tech-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c1-magfit.md) - [Interactive Gaming Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-phone-case.md) - [Chic Skeletal Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-adapt-iphone-case.md) - [Abstract Computing Headset Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-aperture-vision-pro-face-cover.md) - [Jewelry-Like Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rmour-candy-corner-protectors.md)