# Durably Waterproof Smartphone Cases The Preserver Series Waterproof Cases are Built Strong By Jennifer Paul | Published 2014-02-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/preserver-series References: [ilounge](http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/reviews/entry/otterbox-preserver-series-cases-for-iphone-5-5s-5c/) & [otterbox](http://www.otterbox.com/) OtterBox has created the preserver series smartphones cases for the iPhone 5, 5S and the Samsung Galaxy S4. The iPhone 5C version is said to be released at a later date. The preserver case uses the classic OtterBox aesthetics to transform the mobile device into a waterproof, drop-proof device. The case still allows for full button and port protection, plus permanent film over the screen to keep its durability. The preserver series is mostly made of plastic but it has augmented soft foam that is inserted along the back plate. Once you place your phone in the front tray, the back will snap at six different points. The case offers sleep/wake and volume buttons. Waterproof membranes allow the audio to run in and out of the respective mics and speakers. The preserver series is ultimately a sturdy, sharp and sophisticated smartphone case perfect for any active individual. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 55% | 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) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Durably Waterproof Smartphone Cases:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the smartphone accessory industry with the development of durable waterproof cases. - **Preserver Series Waterproof Cases:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the mobile device protection industry by combining durability and waterproof capabilities in smartphone cases. - **Smartphone Case Aesthetics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the design and aesthetics of smartphone cases with the development of sharp and sophisticated waterproof cases. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Smartphone Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the smartphone accessory industry with the introduction of durable waterproof cases. - **Mobile Device Protection:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the mobile device protection industry by creating smartphone cases that combine durability and waterproof capabilities. - **Design and Aesthetics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the design and aesthetics of smartphone cases through the development of sharp and sophisticated waterproof cases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protective Spring-Ready Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otterbox.md) - [Durable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16-cases.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [Diving-Friendly Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/divevolk-seatouch-4-max-platinum.md) - [Camera-Compatible Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-case-series.md) - [Diving-Ready Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diveroid-universal-lite.md) - [Recycled Plastic Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-plastic-phone-case.md) - [Flexible Polymer Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellroy-venture-phone-case.md) - [Advanced Smartphone Protection Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-protectors-and-case.md)