# Storage-Concealing Smartphone Cases The iStash Keeps Questionables Under Wraps By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-07-11 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/istash References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/gear/istash/) & [mtmiusa](http://www.mtmiusa.com/) Be ready for a hassle-free night out on the town, thanks to the iStash smartphone case. This ingeniously designed case allows users to leave their wallets, purses and clutches at home and store their essentials on their iPhone. While this deceptive device holder has been advertised to store illegal or frowned upon substances, it can also double as a cleverly concealed wallet. For those who despise lugging around purses, wallets and backpacks, this smartphone case is the perfect solution. With a spacious storage case that is built onto the smartphone case, a wide variety of products can be placed in it including cash, IDs and gum. Perfect for going out, this technologically equipped alternative to a purse or wallet will keep valuables safe. [Image 1](http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.196283083739344.46541.196281510406168&type=1) | [Image 2](http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.196283083739344.46541.196281510406168&type=1) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Concealed Storage Cases:** The trend of smartphone cases with hidden storage compartments presents an opportunity for innovative designs that cater to different user needs. - **Wallet-free Solutions:** The increasing popularity of smartphone cases that double as wallets reflects a trend towards minimalistic lifestyles and convenience. - **Disruptive Device Holders:** The emergence of smartphone cases with deceptive designs opens up possibilities for disruptive innovations in the accessories market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of concealed storage cases by developing innovative designs and expanding product offerings. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can explore collaborations with smartphone case manufacturers to create stylish and functional accessories that cater to the wallet-free trend. - **Security Solutions:** The security solutions industry can seize the opportunity presented by concealed storage cases to develop innovative technologies that enhance the safety of personal belongings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartphone-Charging Smart Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphonecharging-smart-wallets.md) - [Sleek Cannabis-Focused Storage Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tide-case.md) - [Storage-Packed Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sigracen-case.md) - [Compact Joint-Storing Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-case.md) - [Protective Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stash-stand-case.md) - [Card-Friendly Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alto-metro-leather-wallet-case.md) - [Security-Enhancing Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirotta-case.md) - [Flask Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flask-phone-case.md) - [Photographer-Targeted Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-cases1.md)