# Camera-Storing Jackets This Smartphone Jacket Functions as a DIY Body Camera By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-10-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-jacket References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/954128052/worlds-best-smartphone-jacket-record-and-stream-wi) This smartphone jacket works to easily record and capture outdoor adventures and activities in a way that is [hands-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-nano). Called the 'Captr Jacket,' the functional clothing item was designed for both men and women. It contains an [interior pocket near the chest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-pocket) in which smartphones can be placed, as well as a gorilla glass eye piece that allows the phone's camera to capture whatever the user needs it to. The smartphone jacket also features a charging pocket with a battery, is made from weather-proof fabric, has a soft interior and features pockets -- ensuring that those who wear it remain warm. These multi-functional jackets come in the form of activewear or winterwear and are likely to be popular among those who often enjoy various outdoor adventures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 86% | 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smartphone Jacket:** A wearable technology that combines clothing and smartphone capabilities, providing a hands-free way to record outdoor activities. - **Multi-functional Clothing:** Clothing items designed with multiple purposes, such as incorporating pockets, charging capabilities, and weather-proof materials, for enhanced convenience and functionality. - **DIY Body Camera:** Allowing individuals to transform their smartphones into body cameras, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional body-worn cameras for capturing adventures and activities. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Apparel:** The outdoor apparel industry can explore incorporating smartphone-compatible features in their products to appeal to adventure enthusiasts and offer a seamless recording experience. - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can focus on developing innovative clothing items that seamlessly integrate smartphone functionalities, providing users with convenient and practical solutions for recording and capturing experiences. - **Adventure Tourism:** The adventure tourism industry can leverage smartphone jackets to enhance customer experiences, allowing tourists to document their adventures hands-free without the need for additional equipment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Camera-Equipped Exercise Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-urban-eyes-vest.md) - [Compact Body Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-body-camera.md) - [Photographer-Approved Field Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shackleton-x-leica-frank-hurley-field-jacket.md) - [All-Weather Travel Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpargali-jacket.md) - [Photographer-Focused Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reporter-jacket.md) - [Backpack-Inspired Storage Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomade-58.md) - [Tactical Inclement Weather Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-jacket.md) - [Smartphone-Friendly Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domono-smart-camera.md) - [Aerogel-Insulated Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacepeak-jacket.md)