# Hardcore Tablet Protectors The Padded G-Form Extreme Edge is Serious About Gadget Protection By Matt Ho | Published 2011-09-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-form-extreme-edge References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/09/g-form-extreme-edge-launched/) & [shop.g-form](http://shop.g-form.com/products/extreme-edge) Skepticisms on whether tablet covers are dependable is understandable, but with the G-Form Extreme Edge, the company is determined to prove why this accessory is the best on the market. Originally, its primary focus was on extreme sport padding; however, G-Form is now giving the [tablet computer industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-flip) a try by incorporating its tried-and-true technology into the cases. The G-Form Extreme Edge is a heavy-duty, hardcore tablet case that's all about providing the best protection. Insert the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-combo-touch) into it and the four corners are automatically protected. The best feature is the back, which features a [shock-absorbent hardshell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokform-rugged-case). The team even filmed a video of them tossing and even shooting the Extreme Edge through a slingshot with the tablet inside. After viewing it, you'll be convinced that this is the case you need. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Extreme Sports Technology:** Exploring how technology developed for extreme sports can be applied to other industries, such as tablet protection. - **Heavy-duty Tablet Cases:** Creating robust tablet cases that provide superior protection for devices, ensuring their longevity in various environments. - **Shock-absorbent Materials:** Developing innovative materials that absorb shock and protect devices against falls, impacts, and other accidents. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tablet Computer:** The tablet computer industry can benefit from incorporating shock-absorbent technology into their protective cases, enhancing the durability and security of devices. - **Extreme Sports:** The extreme sports industry can explore new opportunities by diversifying their product offerings to include protective cases and accessories, using their expertise in durable materials and shock-absorbent technology. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can take inspiration from the G-Form Extreme Edge case to develop more rugged and reliable protection solutions for a wide range of devices, beyond just tablets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Impact-Resistant Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impactresistant-laptop-case.md) - [Shock-Absorbing Laptop Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-5.md) - [Super Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-case.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [Productive Laptop-Like Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-combo-touch.md) - [Malleable Magnetic Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-keyboard-case.md) - [Angular Tablet Protector Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-magez-folio-2.md) - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [All-Angle Protection Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoshield-airx.md)