London Design Gold

2026

Airbag Gecko-Grip Case for iPhone Series

Entrant

Guangzhou Youcheng Information Technology Co.,LTD & Guangzhou Ornarto Technology Co., LTD

Category

Product Design - Accessories

Client's Name

HONG KONG ORNARTO GROUP HOLDING LIMITED

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

This series is built on the core philosophy of "structural protection." Designed for high-frequency daily use, it provides reliable drop resistance and stability while maintaining a slim profile and comfortable grip. Breaking away from the heavy, utilitarian stereotype of traditional rugged cases, this product integrates protective capability, tactile security, and a fashionable aesthetic into a single, unified design language. In real-world scenarios, phones are most vulnerable to impact at the corners, while damage often occurs due to unstable gripping or shifting within the case. The Airbag Gecko-Grip series addresses these two critical risks: distinctly raised Airbag structures at the four corners are engineered to absorb drop impacts, while the Gecko-Grip texture inside the bezel enhances friction to stabilize the phone. This reduces the risk of internal slippage and displacement, establishing a more reliable foundation of safety for everyday use. Most protective cases rely on overall thickening, soft fillers, or material stacking, often at the cost of ergonomics and aesthetics. This design takes a structural approach: by precisely controlling the height and contours of the four Airbag corners, protection is concentrated exactly where it is needed rather than covering the entire device. This strategy of "localized structural reinforcement" achieves effective drop protection without adding significant bulk, allowing slimness, safety, and comfort to coexist.

Credits

Wu Song, Wu Qiongfang
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