# Stone Smartphone Protectors Native Union Releases a One-of-a-Kind Marble iPhone Case By Meghan Young | Published 2015-04-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marble-iphone-case References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2015/04/first-marble-iphone-by-native-union/) & [nativeunion](http://www.nativeunion.com/us/clic-marble.html/) There have been [Marble iPhone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases) on the market in the past, but [Native Union](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclear-case) has introduced a one-of-a-kind one that is actually made out of a thin layer of the polished stone. Lightweight and shatterproof, it ensures a level of security as well as style for those who are looking to strike a balance between the two. Available in two colorways (white and black), no two Native Union Marble iPhone Case are the same. As written on the brand's website, "Featuring beautiful and intricate veins, this protective case brings new levels of style and sophistication to your device whilst remaining [lightweight, shatter-resistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-protective-case) and cold to the touch." With this in mind, people will appreciate the cost. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Marble Iphone Cases:** Creating smartphone cases made from marble, offering a unique, stylish, and durable option for device protection. - **Shatterproof Technology:** Developing lightweight and shatterproof materials for smartphone cases, ensuring enhanced security without compromising style. - **Customizable Aesthetics:** Offering personalized marble patterns and colorways for smartphone cases, allowing users to express their individual style and preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can capitalize on the demand for innovative and fashionable smartphone cases made from unique materials like marble. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can explore incorporating high-end materials like marble into their product designs, offering exclusive and premium options to consumers. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can embrace the use of shatterproof technology in smartphone cases, providing enhanced protection and durability to users' devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Material Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclear-case.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [MagSafe Leather Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [Minimalist Designer-Made Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-the-white-case.md) - [Luxurious Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case1.md) - [Handcrafted Leather Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alto-original-leather-case.md) - [Sleek Modern Device Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-1.md) - [Luxe Sustainable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mujjo-iphone-cases.md)