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The Gasket V8 Aluminum iPhone Case is Ruggedly Tough

— April 3, 2013 — Tech
The designers at id America were inspired by the heavy duty construction of a gasket V8 engine and created this brushed aluminum iPhone case for the mechanically inclined gentlemen.

While very sturdy and tough, the phone protector is also very light and extremely thin, adding as little extra bulk to the phone as possible. With a thin frame such as this, iPhone users can maintain the sleek look of their phones while keeping it protected. The cutouts of this automobile-inspired gear add interesting detail that stands apart from solid phone cases.

The id America Gasket V8 aluminum iPhone case comes in five different metallic colors, including red, blue and gold, so that users can coordinate the case with their outfits and with their phone color.
Trend Themes
1. Rugged Iphone Cases - Design innovative iPhone cases that combine heavy-duty construction with lightweight materials to provide maximum protection without adding bulk.
2. Automobile-inspired Phone Accessories - Create unique phone accessories inspired by automotive design elements, such as cutouts and metallic colors, to appeal to mechanically inclined individuals.
3. Slim Profile Phone Protectors - Develop thin and lightweight phone cases that maintain the sleek look of the device while still offering effective protection against damage.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Accessories - The mobile accessories industry can focus on developing tough and stylish phone cases to meet the growing demand for durable and fashionable protection.
2. Automotive Accessories - Automotive accessory manufacturers can expand their product lines by creating phone cases and other accessories that incorporate automotive-inspired designs and features.
3. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can explore opportunities to collaborate with automotive or mobile accessory brands to create innovative and visually appealing phone cases for their devices.
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