# Solar-Powered Smartphone Cases The mobius 'Sunny' Case Uses Solar Rays to Keep You Connected By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-09-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobius-sunny References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/solar-power-iphone-case-10-09-2018/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/citykid/solar-power-cases-now-available-in-new-model-iphon) The mobius 'Sunny' [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-phone-case) case is an [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclassic-case) and highly efficient piece of technology for the smartphone user that will provide them with a way to ditch their reliance on electrical outlets when traveling or going about their daily routine. The case is integrated with SME [solar technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-bank-wallet) that will harness the power of the suns rays to transform it into energy for your smartphone to keep users connected at all times without interruption. The case was created with backpackers in mind to keep them powered up during excursions, but also shows strong promise for any user seeking out a sustainable way to keep their device charged. The mobius 'Sunny' iPhone case boasts a foldable design that will hide the solar elements away when not in use to keep them protected. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-friendly Phone Cases:** Creating sustainable phone cases that reduce the need for electrical outlets and charging cords. - **Solar-powered Technology:** Advancing the use of solar power in technology to power devices and reduce reliance on traditional energy sources. - **Efficient Energy Storage:** Developing new ways to store energy efficiently and effectively to keep devices powered on the go. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphone Accessories:** Developing eco-friendly smartphone accessories, such as solar-powered battery cases, to meet the demand for sustainable technology products. - **Renewable Energy:** Exploring ways to incorporate solar-powered technology into everyday use, such as powering smartphone devices, and making solar energy more accessible to consumers. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Creating sustainable technology solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, such as backpackers, hikers and campers, to harness the power of the sun to keep their devices charged while on-the-go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Solar-Powered Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-phoenix-earbuds.md) - [Power-Providing Smartphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solove-power-bank.md) - [Solar-Powered Charging Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-mars-bot.md) - [Compostable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoblvd-mojave-collection.md) - [Power-Providing LED Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starcase.md) - [Device-Charging Sun Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoflow-power-hat.md) - [Solar-Ready Portable Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-power-266.md) - [Device-Charging Glasses Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glasses-case-battery-bank.md) - [Self-Cleaning Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfcleaning-smartphone-case.md)