# Convertible Tablet Covers The SurfacePad Introduces Ergonomics to Your Slick Touchscreen Device By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-03-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surfacepad References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2014/03/10/a-different-kind-of-ipad-cover/) & [twelvesouth](http://www.twelvesouth.com/product/surfacepad-for-ipad) The [iPad Mini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-mini-tablet) is lightweight, slim and oh-so portable, but these qualities do not mean that it's supremely comfortable to use. The SurfacePad has been designed to enhance the usability aspect of this wonderful gadget by making it more ergonomic and adaptable to all sorts of scenarios. First of all, the Twelve South product performs as a [great iPad case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropads-new-bookcase), adhering to the back of it instead of clipping on. When the slim cover is closed, it protects both sides of your tablet, but the rear panel is capable of creasing so that it can transform. Bend the SurfacePad backwards and you have the choice of two heights at which to [prop your device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-folio): for better screen viewing or for optimized typing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 37% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ergonomic Tablet Covers:** Creating tablet covers with ergonomics in mind to enhance usability aspect of slick touchscreen devices. - **Convertible Tablet Covers:** Designing convertible tablet covers that crease to provide two heights to prop your device for optimized typing or better screen viewing. - **Adhesive Tablet Covers:** Developing adhesive tablet covers that adhere to the back of the device to provide full protection to both sides of your tablet while being lightweight and portable. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Providing more ergonomic and convertible tablet covers can change the way people interact and use their tablet devices leading to more user satisfaction and brand loyalty. - **Office Supplies:** Creating sleek and portable tablet covers that are both ergonomically designed and protective can greatly improve tablet use for office workers helping boost productivity and workflow. - **E-commerce:** Developing adhesive tablet covers as a new product category on e-commerce platforms can provide a market opportunity to reach those customers looking for a more portable and protective option for their tablet devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Malleable Magnetic Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-keyboard-case.md) - [Productivity-Harnessing Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-flip.md) - [Magnetic Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-folio-for-ipad.md) - [Shapeshifting Tablet Workstation Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-dynamic-folio.md) - [Multi-Fold Tablet Stand Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mageasy-lift.md) - [Ergonomic Tablet Keyboard Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brydge-105-series-ii.md) - [Flexible Professional Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-flip-folio.md) - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [Productive Laptop-Like Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-combo-touch.md)