# Lumber Gadget Protectors Wooden iPod Touch Covers Keep Your Gear Safe By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-09-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-ipod-touch-covers References: [slipperybrick](http://www.slipperybrick.com/2008/02/wood-ipod-cases/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31120502) The best part about technology is the [fun accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-grass-collection) that accompanies it. The best example is the [iPod Touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ppsspp-ios) and the funky new wooden iPod Touch covers. Made out of a variety of different woods, the wooden iPod Touch covers look sleek but feel warm and comfortable. All covers are durable and undoubtedly a conversation starter as they offer inlays from other types and colors of wood. Plus, it will deter any robber from stealing your iPod because who would want to steal something that looks like a mini-backgammon board? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Wooden Gadget Accessories:** The trend of wooden gadget accessories presents an opportunity for businesses to create unique and eco-friendly protective covers for various devices. - **Customizable Device Covers:** The trend of customizable device covers allows businesses to offer personalized options to consumers, enabling them to express their individuality and style. - **Natural Material Tech Accessories:** The trend of natural material tech accessories provides an opening for businesses to develop sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to traditional plastic or synthetic covers. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend by creating innovative and stylish wooden covers for smartphones, tablets, and other devices. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry can explore the trend by collaborating with technology brands to design unique and fashionable gadget covers that cater to the style-conscious consumers. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The eco-friendly products industry can leverage the trend to offer sustainable and nature-inspired gadget protectors, aligning with the growing demand for environmentally conscious solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod.md) - [MP3 Player Tracker Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w7-airtag-case.md) - [Wood Driver Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victor-wood-master.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Charger Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w5-silicone-cover.md) - [Biodegradable Earbud Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incipio-organicore.md) - [Jewelry-Like Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rmour-candy-corner-protectors.md) - [Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakywood.md) - [Nostalgic Watch-Fitting Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod-1.md) - [Timber eSports Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberwood-pc-case.md)