# Solar Panel-Equipped Phone Cases The iPhone X Tesla Features a Solar Panel and Gold Embellishments By Justin Lam | Published 2018-05-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-x-tesla References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/gadgets/if-tesla-would-make-a-case-for-the-iphone-x-it-would-be-like-this.php) & [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/solar-charging-iphone-x-tesla-now-available-if-you-can-afford-it-16531001/) Russian luxury accessory maker Caviar has officially released its custom case for the iPhone X known simply as the iPhone X Tesla. This custom version of the iPhone X may just seem like an opulent case but the inclusion of a solar panel gives the iPhone X Tesla a distinct technological advantage. The solar panel comes built into the case, which also features gold trimmings and is constructed of carbon fiber. These additions do add quite a bit of bulk to the iPhone X as the case increases the phone to a whopping 16.2 millimeters, as opposed to the 7.7mm of the standard phone. The solar panel on the case functions as a secondary battery for the phone, and Caviar claims that the case is both shock-resistant and IP67 water and dust resistance. The case used in the iPhone X Tesla will not be available as a single item and will only be available through an iPhone X Tesla package. The custom cased phone will be limited to 999 units and features a hefty price tag of $4,800 for a 256 GB model. Image Credit: Caviar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Solar Panel Technology:** The inclusion of a solar panel in a phone case opens up opportunities for developing more sustainable and self-charging mobile devices. - **Luxury Phone Accessories:** The iPhone X Tesla case highlights the demand for high-end, customized phone accessories and the potential for luxury brands to tap into this market. - **Rugged Phone Cases:** The shock-resistant and water/dust-resistant features of the iPhone X Tesla case demonstrate the market potential for durable and protective phone cases for outdoor and industrial use. ### Who This Affects Most - **Renewable Energy:** The integration of solar panels in phone cases presents an opportunity for the renewable energy industry to expand into the mobile technology sector. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The luxury customization trend seen in the iPhone X Tesla case suggests a market for high-end phone accessories that cater to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Consumer Electronics:** The demand for innovative phone cases like the iPhone X Tesla case indicates a growing market for unique and technologically advanced phone accessories within the consumer electronics industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Gold-Plated Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldplated-iphone-15-pro.md) - [Power-Providing LED Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starcase.md) - [Functional Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases.md) - [Branded Technology Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-x-casetify-collection.md) - [Customizable LED Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-iphone-case.md) - [Luxurious Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case1.md) - [Branded Science Center Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinix-note-30-pro.md) - [Luxury Bespoke Smartphones Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-2g.md) - [Slim Battery Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mophie-juice-pack.md)