# Resilient Smartphone Bumpers The ThanoTech K11 Bumper Case is Virtually Indestructible By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanotech-k11 References: [bgr](http://bgr.com/2015/09/15/iphone-6s-cases-aluminum-bumper/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/886015032/k11-bumper-iphone-6-6s-6-plus-and-6s-plus/) Traditional iPhone cases hide the beautifully crafted device under a lot of plastic and/or metal, but the ThanoTech K11 will not only help to highlight your fancy device but also protect it unlike any other. Currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyan) and just in the pre-production phase, the ThanoTech K11 aluminum bumper is designed to save you from unnecessarily bulky cases that will only add unneeded weight to your [iPhone 6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-filter-kit), 6 Plus, 6S or 6S Plus. According to its website, the ThanoTech K11 aluminum bumper will retail for $39.95 when it is fully funded and put to production, but early adopters can snag one for just $20 if they get involved now and place their order right now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Resilient Smartphone Bumpers:** The ThanoTech K11 bumper case showcases the trend of lightweight, yet effective, smartphone protection. - **Highlighting Device Beauty:** The ThanoTech K11 bumper case taps into the trend of showcasing the design of smartphones while providing superior protection. - **Minimalistic and Durable Design:** The ThanoTech K11 bumper case reflects the trend of minimalist and sleek smartphone accessories with its virtually indestructible aluminum design. ### Where This Applies - **Technology Accessories:** The technology accessories industry can leverage resilient smartphone bumpers to meet consumer demand for thin yet protective smartphone cases. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate the trend of highlighting device beauty by creating stylish smartphone cases that showcase the design of smartphones while ensuring protection. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics industry can seize the opportunity to create minimalistic and durable smartphone accessories that appeal to consumers seeking sleek designs with high functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [Hyper-Cushioned Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercushionedsmartphone-case.md) - [Super Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-case.md) - [Premium Protective Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-tank-case.md) - [Imperceivable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakey-smartphone-case.md) - [Ultra-Durable Clear Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazingthing.md) - [Gorpcore-Inspired Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-bounce-case.md) - [Impact Protection Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-bounce-case.md) - [Chic Skeletal Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-adapt-iphone-case.md)