A device designed to secure and provide easy access to a mobile telephone while it is attached to a backpack. These accessories typically employ straps, clips, or other fastening mechanisms to affix the phone to a backpack’s shoulder strap or other accessible area. An example includes a stretchable silicone cradle that attaches to a backpack strap, allowing for hands-free phone carriage.
The utility of such a device stems from the need for convenient phone access during activities like hiking, commuting, or travel. It offers benefits such as freeing hands, reducing the risk of phone loss or damage, and enabling quick photo or navigation app access. Historically, people have sought ways to carry devices hands-free; current versions are adaptations tailored to smartphones and the increasing reliance on mobile technology.