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# Oversized Ear Phone Covers
The Giant Ear iPhone Case is Perfect for Playful Techies

By Michael Hines | Published 2013-11-13 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-ear-iphone-case
References: [laughingsquid](http://laughingsquid.com/iphone-4-case-shaped-like-a-massive-ear/) & [thumbsupworld](http://www.thumbsupworld.co.uk/Product?sku_number=EARCASEI4)

The Giant Ear iPhone Case is easily one of the silliest, if not the silliest, [smartphone case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-tank-case) of all time. This [silicone case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases) was created by the UK arm of thumbsUp! and turns your iPhone into a giant ear. The case itself is made out of silicone rubber and is only compatible with the iPhone 4 model.

The Giant Ear iPhone Case offers little outside of humor. The silicone rubber is great at keeping your phone safe from scratches and from damage in the event of a fall. Still, it's not like the Giant Ear iPhone Case can fit into your pocket. That being said, this case appears to be a [novelty item](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dali-x-casetify), so it's not smart to judge it against other cases. thumbsUp! UK hasn't released the case as of yet, but all signs are pointing to a production run.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.8/10
- Popularity: 49% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Novelty Phone Cases:** Opportunity to create more novelty phone cases that add humor and playfulness to smartphones.
- **Silicone Protective Cases:** Opportunity to develop new innovative and creative silicone cases that offer both protection and style.
- **Playful Tech Accessories:** Opportunity to capitalize on the demand for tech accessories that are fun and eye-catching.

### Where This Applies

- **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to expand their product lines with unique smartphone cases.
- **Gifts and Novelties:** Opportunity for companies in the gifts and novelties industry to create and market unconventional smartphone accessories.
- **Fashion and Design:** Opportunity for fashion and design companies to collaborate with tech brands and create stylish and playful phone accessories.

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