ZAGG announces merger with mophie


ZAGG Inc and mophie inc. announced today the signing of a definitive merger agreement under which ZAGG will acquire mophie. The transaction will leverage the unique strengths of two industry leaders in the mobile accessories sector to create a business with greater product diversification and improved operational capabilities.

Seems to be interesting times for accessory makers. Just in my opinion, Apple's glass has gotten so good screen protectors are superfluous. I was a big advocate for a number of years, but screens have become very durable that it's simply not worth the expense and trouble. mophie's big thing to me has always been battery backup cases. I was also a fan, but similarly, the iPhone 6/6s Plus battery I think is pretty great to even worry about battery life. The iPhone 6/6s, however, often runs a little low, but Apple has recently released its own solution.

These companies do more than those products, but I'd guess diversification is needed, and perhaps also consolidation.