Ever wished your AirPods could have their own tiny rugged Pelican case? Well, Dbrand — known for controversy over its PS5 covers and unlicensed Steam Machine Companion Cube — has made one
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Niche accessories like a rugged Pelican-style case for AirPods Pro 3 show how far the aftermarket will go to differentiate in a saturated device ecosystem. If you're in hardware, the lesson is clear: design with modding and protection in mind, because third parties will fill every perceived gap.
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