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Smartphones are expensive yet delicate - a single impact on a hard surface can shatter their touchscreens, often damaging them beyond repair. Fitting a case offers only so much protection, but what about an airbag? Honda has explored the concept with the airbag-equipped Case N and even made a video about it. But alas, it isn’t real.
For some reason, we really want it to be. Honda has a knack for surprising us with nearly unbelievable inventions designed to improve mankind’s quality of life, contraptions like the Walking Assist Device and the UNI-CUB personal mobility devices, so the Case N isn’t as far-fetched an idea for the company as you might think.
Head below to watch the video, where you can see the Case N concept in action. You’ll also see its generous proportions, which is one reason why it’s just a case of Honda humor - not (yet) a market reality.Continue reading Is Honda working on airbags for smartphones?
Is Honda working on airbags for smartphones? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Dec 2013 16:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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