# Retractable Smartphone Legs Apple Patented a Screen Protection Design That Uses Motion-Sensor Legs By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-10-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-protection References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/10/apple-patent-robotic-shock-absorbers-cracked-iphone-screen-drop-protection.html) & [businessinsider](http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-screen-protector-patent-2015-10) Instead of using the toughest material or the most cushioning case, [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-fold-concept) is designing [smartphone screen protection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-protectors-and-case) that uses retractable legs. The patent suggests that the phone itself would have four legs within that pop out when the motion sensors detect that the phone is falling. Popping out before it hits the ground, the crab-like legs would stop the screen from being scratched, cracked or broken. While the concept could change as it is currently just a patent, the screen protection design features a leg at every corner of the device that could be rolled out with an internal motor. The patent is an interesting step for Apple as mobile technology giants try to create the [most durable cell phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-case) to withstand the modern user's daily life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retractable Screen Protection:** Apple's patent for retractable smartphone legs opens up new opportunities to create innovative and durable screen protection designs. - **Motion-sensor Technology:** The use of motion sensors in smartphone screen protection could lead to disruptive innovations in mobile device durability and protection. - **Crab-like Legs:** The concept of using crab-like retractable legs in smartphone screen protection presents a unique opportunity for innovative and playful design solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Technology:** The mobile technology industry can explore new design possibilities and solutions for smartphone screen protection with Apple's retractable leg patent. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can leverage motion-sensor technology and innovative screen protection designs to enhance the durability and longevity of their devices. - **Accessories Manufacturing:** The accessories manufacturing industry can tap into the market demand for effective and novel screen protection solutions by developing and producing retractable legs for smartphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Iphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-fold-concept.md) - [Super Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-case.md) - [Origami-Inspired Magsafe Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcy-arimoto.md) - [Hyper-Cushioned Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercushionedsmartphone-case.md) - [All-Angle Protection Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoshield-airx.md) - [High-End Rugged Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-ultra-concept.md) - [Next-Generation Folding Smartphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-iphone-fold-concept.md) - [Protective Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stash-stand-case.md) - [Multifunctional Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upro.md)