# Retractable Anti-Drop Smartphone Cases The Root Co iPhone Case Keeps a Device within Reach By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-08-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/root-co-iphone-case References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/technology/cell-mobile-phones/root-co-iphone-case/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+blessthisstuff%2FEGlC+%28Bless+This+Stuff%29) & [dsptch](https://www.dsptch.com/search?type=product&q=root+co&tap_s=170038-4b2ee6&tap_a=25411-8f1c45) The [Root Co](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aikido-security) iPhone Case is an outdoor-ready accessory for adventurers who are looking for a way to keep their smartphone within reach and protected from damage. The smartphone case is designed to easily resist damage and features a section on the unit that can be used for [connecting it to a carabiner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-sling) or the optional Gravity Mag-Reel 360. This will enable it to be kept within reach and prevent it from being dropped when using the device in outdoor environments where stability might be compromised. The Root Co iPhone Case comes in different options to help make it more suited for the needs of the user and are built with [military specifications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supcase-unicorn-beetle-grip) in mind to ensure that drops won't render the device damaged. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retractable Anti-drop Smartphone Cases:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in smartphone case design by incorporating retractable mechanisms to prevent drops and keep devices within reach. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Equipment:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the outdoor equipment industry by creating smartphone cases specifically designed for outdoor adventurers. - **Mobile Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the mobile accessories industry by developing smartphone cases with military-grade specifications to resist damage. - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in smartphone manufacturing by integrating anti-drop features directly into device designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gorpcore-Inspired Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-bounce-case.md) - [Super Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-case.md) - [Military-Grade Magnetic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokform-rugged-case.md) - [Hyper-Cushioned Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercushionedsmartphone-case.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [Multifunctional Magnetic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torras-upro-ostand.md) - [Impact Protection Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-bounce-case.md) - [Multifunctional Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upro.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md)