# Tech-Centric Travel Packs 'Lifepack' Travel Backpacks Feature Anti-Theft and Solar Technology By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-backpacks References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/solgaarddesign/lifepack-solar-powered-and-anti-theft-backpack) & [lifepack.me](http://lifepack.me/) There are certainly no travel backpacks on the market quite like the 'Lifepack,' which it outfitted with a bevy of connected features to offer enhanced convenience. Currently being funded as part of a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomade-58) campaign which has already garnered over $225k at the time of publication, the 'Lifepack' offers innovative solutions to common tasks. Starting with charging, the 'Lifepack' features a [built-in solar panel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-2) to help harness the sun's rays when performing the daily commute or walking around a new city. A built-in locking mechanism allow users to lock up the 'Lifepack' to a chair or table while they grab a bite to ensure a thief doesn't make off with their gear. Hidden compartments, protective space for your laptop and a rain-repellant design round the 'Lifepack' travel backpacks off to be a winner for digital creatives and travelers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Connected Travel Accessories:** The integration of tech features such as solar panels and anti-theft mechanisms in travel packs creates opportunities for connected travel accessories. - **Solar-powered Travel Gear:** The inclusion of built-in solar panels in travel backpacks presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the solar-powered travel gear industry. - **Smart Anti-theft Solutions:** The development of travel packs with built-in locking mechanisms and hidden compartments offers potential for disruptive innovation in the smart anti-theft solutions sector. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Travel Gear:** The 'Lifepack' travel backpacks highlight the need for innovative and feature-rich travel gear. - **Renewable Energy:** The integration of solar panels in travel packs creates possibilities for the renewable energy industry to expand into the travel accessory market. - **Security Solutions:** The inclusion of anti-theft mechanisms in 'Lifepack' travel backpacks paves the way for innovative security solutions in the travel industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Packed Antitheft Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korin-hubpack-33.md) - [Trackable Travel Tech Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scapade-airpack-backpack.md) - [Customizable Expansion Traveler Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nectrum-wingpack.md) - [Homeless Support Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-makeshift-traveler-backpack.md) - [Tactical Tech-Infused Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer300.md) - [Solar Generator-Integrated Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-2.md) - [One-Touch Access Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watson-the-pack-30.md) - [Consummate Carry-On Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-travel-backpack.md) - [Versatile 30L Travel Back Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30l-travel-pack.md)