# Smartphone Keypad Sliders iPhone Slideout Keyboard Case Offers an Alternative to Touchscreens By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-slideout-keyboard-case References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/branch-styled-headphone-splitter.htm) & [urbanoutfitters](http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23508260) While the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks-creator-keyboard) works well for most people, some still can't deal with [touchscreens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keygo-touchscreen-keyboard), which is why the iPhone Slideout Keyboard Case might be something worth investing in. The iPhone Slideout Keyboard Case is a simple keypad that easily attaches itself to the mobile. The biggest difference between this and other ones on the market is that itt has a [slider design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easco). In other words, when not in use, the keyboard goes back into the phone instead of being taken out the accessory all together. The piece also has a built-in lithium-ion battery which holds 45 days of charge. Since the case is an attachment, it will add some bulk to the mobile. But if keypads are the preference over touchscreen, then it'll do for the iPhone user. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Slideout Keyboard Cases:** Opportunity to cater to consumers who prefer physical keypads over touchscreens by offering slideout keyboard cases for smartphones. - **Alternative Input Options:** Disruptive potential in developing innovative input methods for smartphones to cater to users who find touchscreens challenging. - **Enhanced Battery Life:** Opportunity to create smartphone accessories with built-in batteries that offer extended battery life, addressing the needs of heavy phone users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Accessories:** Mobile accessory manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for slideout keyboard cases and innovate in this space. - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in the consumer electronics industry can explore alternative input options for smartphones, tapping into a niche market segment. - **Battery Technology:** Battery technology companies can develop integrated battery solutions for smartphone accessories to provide users with prolonged battery life. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Physical Keyboard Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks-creator-keyboard.md) - [Smartphone Keyboard Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks.md) - [Tactile Smartphone Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akko-metakey-case.md) - [Portable Clamshell Phone Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amber-kb-1.md) - [Magnetic Mobile Device Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicks-power-keyboard.md) - [Angular Keyboard-Accented Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unihertz-titan-2.md) - [Swappable Keypad Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidephone-sp01.md) - [Connected Display Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reetle-smartink-i.md) - [Pocket Writing Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindone-snapin-case.md)