# Protective Gadget-Guards The iPad Lock Keeps Your Apple Gadget from Pesky Thieves By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-11 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-lock References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2010/12/08/ipad-lock-cable/) & [maclocks](http://www.maclocks.com/i-pad-lock/ipad-security-case-and-lock-bundle.html) The iPad is a gadget that is without a doubt, one of the top prizes of [gadget thieves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anti-theft-1) the world over. Keep your iPad safe and by your side wherever you go with the iPad Lock. Simply hook up the iPad Lock to the included [security case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-flip) and tether it around any [stationary object](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-fingerprint-padlock) to keep your gadget safe. It will be literally impossible for a thief to get your iPad out of the iPad Lock unless they plan on seriously damaging it, making it the perfect protection for your gadget. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gadget Security:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced security systems for gadgets to deter theft and protect valuable devices. - **Anti-theft Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Engineer innovative anti-theft solutions for electronic devices to reduce the risk of theft and increase consumer confidence. - **Mobile Device Protection:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create cutting-edge protective solutions for mobile devices, such as cases and locks, to ensure the safety of valuable gadgets. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the consumer electronics industry by integrating foolproof security measures into devices, guaranteeing customer satisfaction. - **Gadget Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reinvent the gadget accessories industry by designing sophisticated locks and cases that provide unparalleled protection against theft. - **Smart Home Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pioneer smart home technology that includes advanced security features for connected gadgets, enhancing overall home safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Theft-Thwarting Laptop Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laptop-lock.md) - [Alarm-Equipped Laptop Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antitheft-laptop-device.md) - [Anti-Theft Backpack Straps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loopit.md) - [Anti-Theft Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unsnatchable-phone-case.md) - [Smartphone Retail Security Tags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-tag.md) - [Protective Premium Watch Clasps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watchlock-clasp.md) - [Sleek Tablet-Transforming Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad.md) - [Portable Safety Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armorsiren-portable-security-system.md) - [Location-Tracking Luggage Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taglock-travel-lock.md)