# Oversized iPad Alternatives The iPhone Chalkboard Features Write Screen Technology By Alex Scott | Published 2010-02-24 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-chalkboard References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41329027&ref=cat1_gallery_11) Sure, you could have a slick multimedia device that keeps your entire life in a hand held, and sure, you could access any info you wanted at the touch of a finger, but what happens if you drop your coveted [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screenable-app) on the ground? It may be cool but I'm not sure it could handle a three foot drop. The [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-spaces-app) chalkboard, on the other hand, can pretty much take any beating you throw at it and hey, if you drop it you won't be too upset. The iPhone chalkboard may not have any of the features of its hi-tech brethren but at least the only memory you have to worry about failing is your own. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 29% | 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) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Education](https://www.trendhunter.com/education) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ruggedized Devices:** There is a trend towards rugged devices that can withstand tough conditions and drops, leading to opportunities for innovation in durable and resilient materials and designs. - **Simplified Technology:** The popularity of simplistic devices like the iPhone chalkboard highlights a trend towards focusing on user-friendliness and basic functionality, presenting opportunities for innovation in user interfaces and streamlined design. - **Alternative Form Factors:** The demand for oversized iPad alternatives like the iPhone chalkboard demonstrates a trend towards exploring new form factors and sizes for mobile devices, opening up opportunities for innovation in flexible screens and unconventional shapes. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can take advantage of the trend towards ruggedized and alternative form factor devices by offering durable and unique products that stand out in a crowded marketplace. - **Education Technology:** The education technology industry can benefit from the trend towards simplified technology and basic functionality, providing user-friendly and accessible devices for students and educators. - **Industrial Equipment:** The trend towards ruggedized devices can be leveraged by the industrial equipment industry, which requires devices that can withstand harsh environments and heavy use while remaining operational. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful Tech Stylus Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crayon-pro.md) - [Multipurpose Lifestyle Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iscream-homelearn-book.md) - [Low-Tech Smartphone Interface Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-spaces-app.md) - [Pocket Writing Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindone-snapin-case.md) - [Pocket Computing Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokepad.md) - [High-End Rugged Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-ultra-concept.md) - [Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-minimalist-phone.md) - [Paper-Free To-Do Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eminder.md) - [Notepad-Replacing E Ink Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketbook-inkpad-x-pro.md)