# Rugged Smartphone Protectors The 'SYSTM' Collection by Incase Offer Cases Made to Withstand it All By Cody Turner | Published 2012-08-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/systm-incase References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2012/08/15/systm-by-incase-rugged-iphone-4-cases/) & [systm](http://systm.com/) The popular cell phone encasing company [Incase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabric-laptop-case) has released it new line of iPhone cases called 'SYSTM,' and these new protective products are perfect for the [rugged smartphone user](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rokform-rugged-case) out there. This new collection of [iPhone 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept) and iPhone 4S cases feature five different lightweight and boisterous designs that come in a variety of colors. Incase decided to step back from its signature, hip-looking designs to produce a series of cases that are better geared for the outdoors-man. Incase claims that it is focused on using "smarter layers, smarter materials, a smarter build and a smarter experience" when creating the SYSTM collection. These cases are designed to be heavy hitting, thick skinned and capable of handling a little rough-housing from time to time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rugged Smartphone Cases:** The 'SYSTM' Collection by Incase offers smartphone cases specifically designed for outdoor use with smarter layers and materials. - **Lightweight Designs:** The SYSTM collection features lightweight iPhone cases in various colors that are perfect for the rugged smartphone user. - **Durable Protection:** Incase's SYSTM collection provides heavy-duty, thick-skinned cases for smartphones that can withstand rough handling. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Mobile Accessories:** The mobile accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of rugged smartphone cases like the SYSTM collection. - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can leverage the demand for durable and protective smartphone cases for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by creating more advanced and durable smartphone cases for various outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gorpcore-Inspired Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-bounce-case.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [Hyper-Cushioned Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercushionedsmartphone-case.md) - [Protective Spring-Ready Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otterbox.md) - [Durable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16-cases.md) - [Kevlar Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-iphone-case.md) - [Stylistic Sustainable Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collection-of-cases.md) - [Functional Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases.md) - [Fortified Collaboration Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-x-peak-design-rugged-case.md)