# Transparent Smartphone Cases The HTC Ice View Case Lets You Perform Functions With the Case On By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-04-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htc-ice-view References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/htc-ice-view-case-for-htc-10-announced-13-04-2016/) & [htc](http://www.htc.com/us/accessories/htc-ice-view/) Taiwanese electronics giant [HTC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confidentiality-hightech-smartphone) has unveiled a beautiful new smartphone case, dubbed the HTC Ice View, that has been specifically designed to meet the unique protective and style needs of HTC's latest and greatest flagship smartphone device, the HTC [10](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuktech). This particular case is designed to blend functionality, protection and style, in that it is intended to make it easier than ever for HTC 10 users to perform a wide array of functions on their device whilst the front cover is still on. The smartphone case's name comes from the fact that it is transparent, so you can quickly and easily take photos, read text messages, alter volume, change music tracks or perform other functions while the case is on. Ultimately, this smartphone case caters to modern smartphone users' desire to have a protective case that doesn't hamper their ability to use their phones when needed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Transparent Smartphone Cases:** Transparent smartphone cases that allow users to perform functions with the case on. - **Functionality, Protection, and Style:** Smartphone cases designed to blend functionality, protection, and style. - **Uninterrupted Smartphone Usage:** Cases that cater to users' desire for uninterrupted smartphone usage. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can benefit from creating innovative transparent smartphone cases. - **Electronics:** The electronics industry can explore opportunities in designing smartphone cases that offer functionality, protection, and style. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can tap into the demand for smartphone cases that allow uninterrupted usage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [E-Ink Display Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcool-inkplay.md) - [High-Tech Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-case-30.md) - [Confidentiality-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/confidentiality-hightech-smartphone.md) - [Functional Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases.md) - [Customizable LED Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-iphone-case.md) - [Connected Display Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reetle-smartink-i.md) - [Smartphone Case Pin Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-smartphone-cases.md) - [Recycled Material Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclear-case.md) - [Multifunctional Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upro.md)