# Port-Enhanced Laptop Cases The 'BOOST' MacBook Case Protects and Enhances the Laptop By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macbook-case References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/03/01/a-supercase-for-your-macbook/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/962021031/boost-ultimate-solution-for-your-macbook-12) The latest [MacBook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-5) is loved for its compact design and loathed for its lack of ports, so the 'BOOST' MacBook case is intended to help add additional functionality while also working to protect the laptop. The 'BOOST' case works by being slipped onto the MacBook and instantly adding [additional USB ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiport-adapter), an SD card reader slot, a USB Type C port and a mini HDMI port. Aside from these great features, the 'BOOST' case also features a [battery pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevation-lab-timecapsule) that will provide over half a charge to your laptop to keep you running all day and then some. The 'BOOST' MacBook case is the design work of Ack Lin and comes in several color options that make it a stylish yet functional piece of equipment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Port-enhanced Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in designing port-enhanced cases and accessories for laptops or other electronic devices to add additional functionality. - **Smartphone and Tablet Cases:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating protective cases for smartphones or tablets with extra functionality, such as additional ports, battery packs, or other useful features. - **Modular Laptop Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in developing modular laptop cases or accessories with flexible features that align with the changing needs of the market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in developing new technologies, designs, and solutions for enhancing the functionality of laptops and other electronic devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating innovative accessories that add new value to consumer electronics products like smartphones, tablets, and laptops. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in enhancing online shopping experiences by providing unique and functional accessories that work across multiple electronic devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shock-Absorbing Laptop Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-5.md) - [Impact-Resistant Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impactresistant-laptop-case.md) - [Power-Providing LED Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starcase.md) - [Transparent Technology Adapter Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockcase-smart-usbc-hub.md) - [Heat-Disbursing Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatdisbursing-laptop-case.md) - [Cable-Storing USB-C Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jsaux-omnicase-pro.md) - [Action Button Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bangcase.md) - [All-in-One USB Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/explorer-edition-pro.md) - [15-Port Laptop Docking Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macbook-pro-docking-station.md)