# Stylus-Embedded Cases The Ozaki iCoat Finger iPhone Protector Allows People to 'Grab and Write' By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ozaki-icoat-finger-iphone References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2012/04/20/ozaki-icoat-finger-case-packs-tiny-stylus-for-your-iphone/) & [ozakiverse](http://ozakiverse.com/products/iphone/icoat-finger) The Ozaki iCoat Finger iPhone case is great for both playful and practical reasons. It boasts a built-in stylus that is quick and easy to access. For practicality's sake, it allows people to jot down notes conveniently while also making [gaming apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-phone-case) such as Draw Something more fun to play. A great tool to have on hand for just about any situation, the Ozaki iCoat Finger iPhone case is far from obtrusive despite the added attachment. A recent recipient of a 2012 Red Dot Design Award, the Ozaki iCoat Finger iPhone case is only compatible with the [iPhone 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept) and 4S. With the simple slogan, "Grab and Write," this [smartphone protector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases) shows how effective its slide-in and slide-out design really is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Stylus-embedded Cases for Smartphones:** The trend of stylus-embedded cases for smartphones provides an opportunity to improve user experience by providing easy access to a stylus for taking notes and drawing. - **Multi-functional Smartphone Cases:** The trend of multi-functional smartphone cases provides an opportunity to add value to simple smartphone protection by providing built-in tools like stylus for enhancing user experience. - **Accessory-enhanced Smartphone Cases:** The trend of accessory-enhanced smartphone cases provides an opportunity to add value to simple smartphone protection by enabling users to replace individual accessories with the case that provides all in one. ### Where This Applies - **Smartphone Accessories Industry:** Companies in the smartphone accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of multi-functional smartphone cases by creating cases that not only protect but also provide additional tools for users. - **Electronics Industry:** The electronics industry can benefit from the trend of stylus-embedded cases for smartphones by creating better, more responsive, and integrated styluses that can be easily incorporated into smartphone cases. - **Stationery Industry:** The stationery industry can benefit from the trend of stylus-embedded cases for smartphones by creating stylus pen designs that are compatible with smartphone cases and other electronic devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket Writing Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindone-snapin-case.md) - [E-Ink Display Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcool-inkplay.md) - [Connected Display Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reetle-smartink-i.md) - [Fashionable Inflated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-case-2.md) - [Colorful Tech Stylus Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-crayon-pro.md) - [E Ink-Integrated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reink-case-c1.md) - [Functional Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases.md) - [Multifunctional Magnetic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torras-upro-ostand.md) - [Minimalist Designer-Made Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-the-white-case.md)