# Skeletal Slip Cases This Ribcage iPad Sleeve Gives a Hardcore Protective Look By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-06-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ribcage-ipad-sleeve References: [cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2010/06/28/ipad-skeletons/) & [switcheasy](http://www.switcheasy.com/products/RibCage/RibCage.php#) The RibCage iPad sleeve could solve your troubles of finding a case for your iPad that is just as awesome as your new toy. Created by [SwitchEasy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-protective-case), this iPad sleeve is reinforced with a "tough panel." The RibCage is designed to lessen the shock of a fall and can [protect the large glass screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-protective-case). Stylish and safe, the RibCage iPad sleeve is the raddest case on the market. Can your iPad handle the cool competition? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rugged Device Protection:** Opportunity to develop innovative protective cases for electronic devices that can withstand extreme conditions and shock. - **Fashionable Tech Accessories:** Chance to create trendy and stylish cases and sleeves for electronic devices that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Durable Material Reinforcement:** Potential for incorporating tough panels or materials into various products to enhance durability and protection. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for manufacturers to cater to the growing demand for high-quality, durable, and fashionable protective cases for electronic devices. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Potential for fashion brands to expand their product offerings by designing and producing fashionable tech accessories, such as stylish device sleeves and cases. - **Material Engineering:** Capacity for material engineers to develop and advance durable materials and panels that can be integrated into various industries for enhanced product protection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [Impact-Resistant Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impactresistant-laptop-case.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [Balanced Lifestyle Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soma-x-ipad-case.md) - [Sleek Tablet Case Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryze-360.md) - [Hyper-Cushioned Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercushionedsmartphone-case.md) - [Adaptive Vapor-Chamber-Cooling-System Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-airx.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [Dual-Material Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardgraft-5050-macbook-pro-sleeve.md)