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Animated Smartphone Cases

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Google Live Cases Can be Customized Via an App to Suit Any Design

— April 15, 2016 — Tech
The Google Live animated smartphone cases designed for Nexus offer an innovative way for consumers to change the appearance of a singular case via an accompanying app. The cases are clear in design that connect to the One Touch platform and can be programmed to display any illustration or photograph as well as be changed whenever the consumer desires.

Many smartphone cases feature a static design that is engraved into the case and can only be changed if the entire accessory is swapped out. The Google Live cases opt for one uniform case that has an interchangeable digital design with the ability to be changed whenever using an app. Consumers can choose photos or images and have them display on their Nexus phone. The digital nature of the case allows for the utmost personalization.
Trend Themes
1. Animated Smartphone Cases - The trend of animated smartphone cases that can be customized with interchangeable digital designs presents an opportunity for companies to create new and unique ways for consumers to personalize their mobile devices.
2. Interactive Phone Accessories - The trend of interactive phone accessories, like Google Live cases, that can be customized through an accompanying app provides an opportunity for companies to create new and innovative accessories that enhance the user's phone experience.
3. Personalized Digital Accessories - The trend of personalized digital accessories, such as the Google Live cases, points to a growing opportunity for companies to tap into the desire for personalization among consumers and expand their product offerings in this area.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can leverage the trend of animated smartphone cases to create unique accessories that offer consumers enhanced functionality and personalization options for their mobile devices.
2. Mobile App Development - The trend of interactive phone accessories that are customized through an accompanying app presents an opportunity for mobile app developers to partner with accessory companies to create new and innovative products.
3. Mobile Photography - The trend of personalized digital accessories, such as the Google Live cases, opens up opportunities for the mobile photography industry to collaborate with accessory companies to create products that allow consumers to display their photos in creative and unique ways.
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