# 3D Smartphone Accessories The Sthreeam 3D Camera Lets You Play James Cameron on Your iPhone By Michael Hines | Published 2011-06-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sthreeam-3d-camera References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2011/06/shoot-in-3d-on.php) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/engineea/sthreeam-capture-3d-photo-and-video-from-your-ipho) The Sthreeam 3D camera is a new iPhone accessory perfect for those who want to shoot the next great indie 3D flick. Seeing as how I have yet to see a great indie 3D movie, it shouldn't be too tough. The Sthreeam 3D camera, designed by Engineea, attaches to the bottom of your iPhone and lets you take [3D pictures or videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rfs78mm-f4-stm-dual). The camera has been designed for both the iPhone 3GS and the [iPhone 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept), with each camera having a picture quality of 3.2 and 5 megapixels. While the images are viewable on a regular screen, you must use red/cyan glasses to see them. 3D seems to be experiencing a renaissance of sorts, which could help this camera become a huge hit. Engineea is currently seeking funds on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapgrip) to help put the finishing touches on the camera and to cover production and distribution fees. Donate now and when (if) the project reaches its goal of $50,000, you should have your Sthreeam 3D camera by August. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **3D Photography:** The rise of 3D technology in the smartphone accessory market presents opportunities for innovative photography solutions. - **Indie Filmmaking:** The demand for affordable and accessible 3D cameras creates opportunities for independent filmmakers to explore immersive storytelling. - **Crowdfunding for Tech:** The use of crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to raise funds for innovative tech products allows for direct consumer involvement and feedback. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smartphone Accessories:** The development and production of 3D camera accessories for smartphones provides new opportunities in the smartphone accessory industry. - **Film and Entertainment:** The integration of 3D technology in smartphone accessories opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the film and entertainment industry. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** The rise of innovative tech products seeking funding on platforms like Kickstarter presents opportunities for the crowdfunding industry to support cutting-edge projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Sized 3D Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qoocam-ego.md) - [Magnetic Snap-On Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapgrip.md) - [Quad-Lens GIF Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moment-3d-camera.md) - [Magnetic Smartphone Photography Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-snapgrip.md) - [Content Creation Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-creator-gear.md) - [Miniature Spatial Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ursa-cine-immersive.md) - [Cinematic Aftermarket Smartphone Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandmarc-anamorphic-lens-edition.md) - [3D Content-Capturing Camera Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imaging-camera-lens.md) - [Smartphone-Friendly Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domono-smart-camera.md)