# Ocean Plastic Phone Cases LifeProof's WĀKE Case Line Supports Clean-Water Charities By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-phone-cases References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lifeproof-unveils-case-line-made-from-recycled-ocean-based-plastic-301041766.html) & [lifeproof](http://www.lifeproof.com) Plenty of people choose plastic phone cases for their lightweight forms, fun designs and durability and [LifeProof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-accessory-cases) is now introducing a more sustainable take on this popular accessory with its new line of cases called WĀKE. This new line of protective phone accessories is made from recycled ocean-based plastics, which helps to keep the materials out of waterways. To reference this, the cases boast undulating, wave-like designs that mimic the movement of water. The WĀKE cases can be purchased for a variety of different phones, including the new second-generation [iPhone SE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case). The slim, single-piece cases are made from a minimum of 85% recycled ocean-based plastic, including ropes and nets. To protect the world's waterways, LifeProof is supporting the work of Water.org, the Coral Reef Alliance or [American Rivers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joby-air-taxi). Image Credit: LifeProof ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Recycled Plastic Accessories:** Opportunity for companies to develop and market eco-friendly phone cases and accessories made from recycled materials. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Potential for the fashion industry to incorporate sustainability by using recycled ocean-based plastics in the production of accessories and garments. - **Environmental Consciousness:** Increasing consumer demand for products that support environmental causes and promote sustainability, opening up opportunities for businesses to create eco-friendly offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Plastic Manufacturing:** Companies in the plastic manufacturing industry can explore the use of recycled ocean-based plastics to create sustainable phone cases and other accessories. - **Technology and Electronics:** Opportunity for tech and electronics companies to develop sustainable phone cases made from recycled ocean-based plastics, aligning with growing consumer interest in environmentally-friendly products. - **Non-profit Organizations:** Non-profit organizations working towards environmental conservation can partner with companies like LifeProof to promote sustainable initiatives and drive positive change. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Plastic Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-plastic-phone-case.md) - [Recycled Material Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-reclear-case.md) - [Repairable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-phone-case.md) - [Plant-Based Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsockets-plantcore.md) - [Stylistic Sustainable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-of-cases.md) - [Sustainable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-13-case.md) - [Compostable Polymer Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellroy-bio-phone-case.md) - [Recycled Material Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-6-phone-case.md) - [Compostable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoblvd-mojave-collection.md)