Sprint has recently announced the release of its ZTE Peel case for November 14, 2010. This innovative case is rumored to be an instant upgrade for Apple device lovers, as it gives any old iPod the fancy features of the iPhone touch.
The ZTE Peel acts as a mobile WIFI hotspot powered by the Sprint 3G network. The entire deal costs $80 for the unit and $30 a month for service, making for a fabulous deal considering how much an iPhone goes for. Check out the ZTE Peel in the featured gallery.
What's Driving This Trend
- Mobile Hotspot Cases
- Opportunity for mobile phone case manufacturers to incorporate mobile hotspot capabilities into phone cases.
- Upgrading Device Functionality
- Opportunity to develop accessories that can add advanced capabilities to existing devices, offering customers features at a lower cost than purchasing a new device.
- Affordable Device Alternatives
- Opportunity to create devices that offer the same functionality as more expensive models at a lower cost, targeting budget-conscious consumers.
Who This Affects Most
- Mobile Phone Accessories
- Mobile phone accessory manufacturers can expand their product lines to include cases that double as mobile hotspots, offering customers added value and convenience.
- Wireless Network Providers
- Wireless network providers can offer affordable mobile hotspot devices that allow customers to access wireless networks on multiple devices, expanding their customer base and increasing revenue.
- Consumer Electronics
- Consumer electronics manufacturers can develop more affordable devices with advanced capabilities like mobile hotspot features, appealing to budget-conscious consumers and offering an alternative to more expensive models.
