# Protective Phone Props The iChair iPhone 4 Case Incorporates a Stand in the Back By Summer Luu | Published 2011-01-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ichair-iphone-4-case References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/ichair-iphone-4-case-integrated-iphone-4-stand.htm) & [goichair](http://www.goichair.com/products/ichair-iphone4-case) This multifunctional iChair [iPhone 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept) Case lets your mobile sit back lounging against a built-in stand. It’s perfect for people who don’t want to buy a separate prop for the phone. With the [little kickstand leg](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kickout-grip-stand), you can make calls handsfree or flip it on its side in landscape mode to view videos while sitting back and relaxing. The protective iChair iPhone 4 Case comes in three different colorways of black, blue or white. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Multifunctional Phone Cases:** The rise of phone cases that incorporate additional features and functionality beyond just protection presents potential innovation opportunities for companies. - **Handsfree Phone Use:** Consumers are demanding more convenient ways to use their phones, creating opportunities for innovation in the handsfree technology industry. - **Phone Viewing Stand Accessories:** As mobile phone use continues to increase, there is a growing need for phone stand accessories that offer more functionality than traditional stands. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Phone Accessories:** Companies specializing in mobile phone accessories can capitalize on the trend of multifunctional phone cases and stand accessories. - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers of consumer electronics can explore innovation opportunities in the development of handsfree phone use technology. - **Furniture and Home Decor:** Incorporating phone stand functionality into furniture and home decor presents a disruptive opportunity in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Stealthy Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ostand-spin.md) - [Multifunctional Magnetic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torras-upro-ostand.md) - [Multifunctional Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upro.md) - [Magnetic Smartphone Stand Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satechi-magnetic-wallet-stand.md) - [Adaptable Magnetic Smartphone Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsockets-kickout-grip-and-stand.md) - [Origami-Inspired Magsafe Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcy-arimoto.md) - [Multi-Fold Tablet Stand Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mageasy-lift.md) - [Versatile EDC Phone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acestand-2.md) - [High-Tech Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-case-30.md)