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# 3D Smartphone Theaters
The 'i3DG' Lets You Enjoy 3D Movies on Your iPhone

By manzil | Published 2010-11-15 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i3dg
References: [fastcodesign](http://www.fastcodesign.com/1662688/incredible-iphone-attachment-puts-3-d-movie-theater-in-your-palm)

Media artist Jitsuro Mase collaborated with Japanese media production company Directions Inc. and designed an attachment for the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-vision) and [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinebeam), allowing users to enjoy 3D movies from the palm of their hands. The device is known as the 'i3DG' and turns your smartphone into a miniature 3D movie box. The device also gives the ultimate 3D experience to its users without the use of any gear or 3D glasses.

Jitsuro Mase's amazing 'i3DG' invention has won a prize at the Ars Electronic Festival, 2010, proving its amazing functionality.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 50% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **3D Attachment Devices for Smartphones and Tablets:** Creating 3D attachment devices for smartphones and tablets that provide the ultimate 3D experience without the need for any gear or 3D glasses.
- **Personalized 3D Cinema Experience:** Enabling users to enjoy 3D movies on their smartphones and tablets, turning them into miniature 3D movie boxes.
- **Collaboration of Art and Technology:** Promoting the collaboration between artists and tech companies to create innovative products and technologies.

### Where This Applies

- **Media and Entertainment:** Developing innovative devices and technologies that enhance users' media and entertainment experience.
- **Mobile Devices:** Creating cutting-edge attachments and accessories for smartphones and tablets that provide a distinct and personalized user experience.
- **Art and Design:** Exploring the potential for technology and art to intersect and promote creativity and innovation.

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