# X-Shaped Phone Protectors The 'alt. case' by mod-3 is Strikingly Different By Hendra Bong | Published 2016-05-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xshaped-iphone-case References: [mod-3](http://mod-3.com/alt/) 'alt.' is a new X-shaped iPhone case created by mod-3, a design start-up from San Jose. mod-3 also is the creator of the popular ultra-luxe RADIUS case. Drop-tested and with a magnetic core, it mounts to many surfaces and even comes with a wall mount. The car mount is available for most cars. mod-3 Founder and CEO Hendra says that the "iPhone is a beautiful piece of industrial design made of glass and aluminum. It's a pleasure to hold and interact with it directly. Traditional cases mask those design features and you're no longer able to appreciate your phone's beauty. That's why we created alt." alt.'s design is simple, minimalist and modern, just like your iPhone. mod-3 worked tirelessly to make sure that the alt. case perfectly complements the iPhone it protects. Every line serves a purpose. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Phone Cases:** The 'alt. case' by mod-3 showcases the trend of minimalist phone cases that emphasize the design features of the iPhone. - **Functional Phone Accessories:** The 'alt. case' by mod-3 taps into the trend of creating phone accessories that serve multiple purposes, such as mounting to surfaces and cars. - **Enhancing User Experience:** The 'alt. case' by mod-3 aligns with the trend of creating phone cases that enhance the user experience by allowing users to hold and interact with their iPhones directly. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities to innovate and create minimalist phone cases that highlight the design elements of their devices. - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry can leverage the trend of functional phone accessories to develop innovative products that serve multiple purposes and enhance customer convenience. - **Design:** The design industry can contribute to enhancing user experiences by creating phone cases that complement the natural design of smartphones and allow for a seamless interaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Skeletal Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-adapt-iphone-case.md) - [All-Angle Protection Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinoshield-airx.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [Multifunctional Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upro.md) - [Ultra-Durable Clear Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazingthing.md) - [Durable Modern Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aulumu.md) - [Minimalist Designer-Made Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-the-white-case.md) - [Dual-Material Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-silicone-cases.md) - [Opulent Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gray-alter-ego-iphone-13-case.md)