# 3-D Smartphone Goggles Enjoy Eye-Popping Images with the iPhone Virtual Reality Viewer By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-virtual-reality-viewer References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/08/iphone-virtual-reality-viewer/) & [beta.hammacher](http://beta.hammacher.com/Product/Default.aspx?sku=81631&promo=Electronics-New-Arrivals&catid=1716) The latest smartphone attachment that has been created for the amusement of those who always want more for their mobile is the iPhone Virtual Reality Viewer. SLR mounts and [panoramic view lens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandmarc-telephoto-tetraprism) have been created specifically for people's mobile, so what could possibly be next? How about a 3-D viewer? The iPhone Virtual Reality Viewer is a large scope that allows the user to look at images in an eye-popping three-dimensional format. Think of it as the ViewMaster, but for the mobile and way more high-tech. Users will be able to watch 3-D movie trailers at their best and can play [interactive games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viture-x-8bitdo-ultimate-mobile-controller) that enhance the gaming experience. The item is compatible with iPhone 4G, iPod touch 4, [iPhone 3G](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-number-2-pencil)/3GS, and 2nd/3rd Generation iPod touch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3-D Smartphone Viewing:** Creating accessories for users that enhance their experience of viewing 3-D images on their smartphones. - **Mobile Virtual Reality:** Developing portable, high-tech devices that enable users to watch movies and play interactive games in a virtual reality format. - **Smartphone Attachments:** Expanding the market for add-ons which increase the functionality of smartphones. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphone Accessories:** Creating a new industry of mobile accessories to enhance the user's experience. - **Entertainment and Media:** Developing media content specific for 3-D viewing as a new standard in the entertainment industry. - **Consumer Electronics:** Expanding the market for specialized technologies such as 3-D viewing and virtual reality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transforming Smartphone VR Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porket-vr-phone-case.md) - [Sports-Focused VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiodive.md) - [Head-Mounted HD Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goovis-g3x.md) - [Pocket-Sized 3D Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qoocam-ego.md) - [Free-Floating Holographic Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/looking-glass-gen2.md) - [Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-vision.md) - [Adjustable Geared Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-smartphone-holder.md) - [Custom Virtual Reality Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/developer-strap.md) - [Mobile Magnification Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macroscope-2.md)