# Sci-Fi Tech Cozies The Star Trek iPad Covers Keep Your Tablet Safe from Romulans By Michael Hines | Published 2013-02-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-ipad-covers References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2013/02/13/knit-star-trek-uniform-ipad-covers/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/KnitterWho?section_id=12584534) Fans of *Star Trek: The Next Generation* are going to be all over these Star Trek [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundam-1) covers. These trekkie iPad cozies are knitted by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-app) merchant KnitterWho and pay tribute to the uniforms worn by the crew of the [USS Enterprise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-inspired-yacht) (Enterprise-D.) The covers pay tribute to some of the show's most iconic characters, including Worf and captain Jean-Luc Picard. The cozies sell for between $25 and $30 and are available now. These Star Trek iPad cozies show just how enduring the series is. Additionally, the latest Star Trek movie is set to debut in May. It wouldn't be shocking to see crafters come out of the woodwork with tech accessories such as these Star Trek iPad covers before the movie hits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sci-fi Tech Accessories:** The popularity of Star Trek iPad covers demonstrates the demand for sci-fi themed tech accessories. - **Nostalgic Merchandise:** The resurgence of Star Trek-themed merchandise, like these iPad covers, capitalizes on consumers' nostalgia for classic TV shows. - **Fandom Fashion:** Fandom-inspired fashion, like these knitted Star Trek iPad cozies, caters to fans who want to show off their love for a particular series or franchise. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can benefit from offering a wide selection of sci-fi themed tech accessories to cater to niche consumer interests. - **Handmade Crafts:** The handmade crafts industry has an opportunity to create and sell popular tech accessories inspired by beloved TV shows or movies. - **Entertainment Licensing:** Companies that hold licensing rights to popular TV shows or movies can partner with tech accessory manufacturers to create and distribute official merchandise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mandalorian-x-casetify.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-discovery-flash-drives.md) - [Sci-Fi Gaming Chair Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secretlab-star-wars.md) - [Sci-Fi Film Franchise Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picard-tea-cup-set.md) - [Collaboration Sci-Fi Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-casetify-collection.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Virtual Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roddenberry-archive.md) - [Sci-Fi Smartphone Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popsockets-dimensionals-star-wars.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Dart Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfleet-phaser-blaster.md) - [Cubic Sci-Fi Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-borg-cube-advent-calendar.md)