# Rubberized Camera Mounts GekkoGum Can Stick Cameras and Smartphones to Almost Any Surface By Joey Haar | Published 2016-10-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gekkogum References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1680953104/gekkogum-the-quickest-smartphone-and-gopro-mount-e) Though the phenomenon of the selfie isn't going anywhere, GekkoGum offers a convenient and effective way to expand on taking one's own photo. The obvious problem with selfies is that their angle is basically limited to the length of one's arm, and [selfie sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifting-monopod) only expand that range by a few feet. GekkoGum is a rubber compound that sticks to phones and cameras -- sort of like a more versatile and reusable version of sticky tack -- letting amateur photographers get whatever angle they please. GekkoGum is perfect for both smartphones and small cameras, like [GoPros](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-mobile-tripod), and can stick to almost any surface, from metal to wood to plastic. And, since the rubber is totally malleable, consumers can adjust their cameras to any direction or orientation without any limitation from hinges or screws (as might be the case with other products.) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Versatile Camera Mounts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of camera mounts that can adhere to any surface and offer full adjustability for different angles and orientations. - **Expanded Selfie Capabilities:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smartphone accessories or camera attachments that allow for more creative and flexible selfie angles, enhancing the selfie experience. - **Reusable Sticky Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent eco-friendly and reusable sticky materials that have strong adhesion properties, enabling the attachment of various objects to different surfaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative camera mounts and accessories that meet the demand for versatile, durable, and easy-to-use equipment. - **Smartphone Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design smartphone holders and mounts that offer secure attachment to surfaces and enable users to capture unique shots and angles. - **Adhesive Material Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create reusable adhesive materials with different levels of stickiness that can be applied in various industries, including photography and home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solo Vlogger Smartphone Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gimbal-griptok.md) - [Smartphone-Friendly Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domono-smart-camera.md) - [Convenient Camera Keychain Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-bug.md) - [Gripping Smartphone Mount Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kling-kong-smartphone-kickstand.md) - [Magnetic Smartphone Photography Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-snapgrip.md) - [Shapeshifting Photography Tripods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-tripod.md) - [Smartphone-to-Camera Transformed Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stage-powergrip.md) - [Multi-Functional Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meboge.md) - [Magnetic Snap-On Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapgrip.md)