# Magnetic Smartphone Storage Drives The Conceptual 'iStorage' MagSafe Storage Drive is Handy By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-07-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/istorage References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/07/21/crazy-magsafe-istorage-adds-a-snap-on-physical-drive-to-increase-the-storage-on-your-iphone/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/abdelrahmanshaapanpd/) The conceptual 'iStorage' MagSafe storage drive has been designed by Abdelrahman Shaapan as an aftermarket accessory for the latest [iPhone 12 series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chau-modular-charger) smartphones that would provide users with convenient data storage space. The external drive works by incorporating the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hacray-magdrive)-branded [MagSafe magnetic technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokoo) and could be easily snapped onto the rear of the device when additional storage space is required. The offline-only storage solution would function much in the same way that a traditional external hard drive functions to seamlessly backup data in a simple yet efficient manner. The conceptual 'iStorage' MagSafe storage drive is imagined in a number of color options that would match the various smartphone shades including black, Pacific blue, Product (RED) and even the new purple recently unveiled. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Magsafe-enabled Accessories:** The rising popularity of MagSafe technology presents an opportunity for companies to create innovative and convenient mobile accessories. - **Offline Storage Solutions:** As data privacy concerns grow, the demand for offline storage solutions like the 'iStorage' MagSafe drive may continue to increase. - **Customizable Smartphone Accessories:** Consumers are seeking personalized and aesthetically pleasing phone accessories, leading to a trend of expandable and interchangeable phone accessories like the 'iStorage' MagSafe drive. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Mobile Accessories:** Companies within the mobile accessories industry have an opportunity to capitalize on the increased demand for convenient and aesthetically pleasing mobile accessories. - **Data Storage:** The data storage industry may see an uptick in the demand for offline storage solutions due to growing concerns around data privacy and security. - **Consumer Electronics:** In the world of consumer electronics, there is an opportunity for companies to create customizable and expandable accessories, like the 'iStorage' MagSafe drive, that offer both function and aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Smartphone Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hacray-magdrive.md) - [Lightning-Fast Smartphone SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-ssd.md) - [Durable Magnetic Smartphone Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexar-es5.md) - [Portable Smartphone MagSafe Add-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-phone-ssd.md) - [Magnetic Dock-Style Smartphone Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-power-bank.md) - [Trackable Mobile Storage Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planck-studio-ssd.md) - [Storage-Packed Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sigracen-case.md) - [Two-in-One SSD Powerbanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-speed-powerdisk.md) - [Multifunctional External Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onemodern-m6.md)