Product Design + Prototype: iPhone TPU Case with Real Fabric Hoodie Exterior (Movement) Ended

I am developing a fashion-forward iPhone case that combines a protective TPU phone case with a real fabric hoodie exterior.

This is NOT a molded decorative silicone case.
I want a slim TPU snap-on case that has a permanently integrated, real sewn fabric hoodie attached to the exterior.

The product should feel like a premium fashion accessory first, while still functioning as a protective phone case.
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Product Requirements

1. TPU Base Case
• Designed specifically for iPhone 16 Pro
• Slim, protective, snap-on style
• Accurate button and port cutouts
• Raised lip for screen and camera protection
• Production-feasible for injection molding
• Comfortable hand feel

2. Fabric Hoodie Exterior
• Real textile material (cotton, fleece, neoprene, or similar — open to recommendations)
• Must look and feel like an actual hoodie, not molded rubber
• Include realistic folds and seam details
• Include front pocket detail
• Include drawstrings (real or functional-looking)
• Clean, structured appearance (not floppy or messy)

The hoodie must be permanently integrated onto the TPU base so that the final product is a single snap-on case.
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Hood Movement Requirement (Important)

The hood must move up and down and hold position:
• Down position = camera fully visible
• Up position = hood covers camera (privacy feature)

This should appear primarily as a fashion detail, but function as a usable privacy cover.

Please propose and model two engineered solutions:
1. Magnet-assisted hood (hidden magnets for controlled snap closure)
2. Flexible insert inside hood seam (bend-and-hold structure)

For each solution, please explain:
• Integration method
• Durability expectations
• Manufacturing feasibility
• Cost impact
• Which solution you recommend for production
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Scope of Work
• Design slim TPU case (accurate fit and protection)
• Engineer permanent integration method for attaching fabric to TPU base
• Develop hood movement mechanism concepts
• Provide production-ready CAD files (STEP + native CAD files)
• Provide basic technical drawings
• Recommend materials
• Ensure design is feasible for real-world manufacturing

This is not a render-only project.
Experience with consumer product design and multi-material integration (plastic + textile) is required.
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Prototype Support

After CAD completion, I would like guidance on sourcing and producing the first physical prototype. This may include:
• Recommending prototype manufacturing methods
• Suggesting prototype shops or vendors
• Reviewing prototype samples
• Advising on design adjustments after testing
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When applying, please briefly explain how you would attach real fabric to a TPU case in a durable and scalable way.

***REFERENCE IMAGE SHOWS DESIRED FABRIC TEXTURE AND CONSTRUCTION STYLE. FINAL BRANDING WILL BE ORIGIONAL***

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