Fixable Devices
Biometric
Capture
Biometric technology becomes commonplace in wearable cameras and beyond.
Trend
What is the Biometric Capture trend?
Biometric Capture: Biometric technology is finding unique applications in the camera market as consumers become more comfortable with it. Whether it's functional qualities, such as facial recognition in security cameras, or interactive features, such as brain-wave reading wearables, this progression ultimately speaks to a desire for more organic interaction between humans and devices.
Trend themes
Themes within the Biometric Capture trend
Three behaviours holding the trend togetherBiometric Technology in Cameras
The integration of biometric technology in cameras has led to innovative features such as facial recognition, brain wave reading and emotion detecting capabilities.
Wearable Camera Technology
Wearable cameras are becoming more popular with advancements in technology, such as brain activity and emotion detecting capabilities.
Smart Security Systems
The development of smart security systems, such as comprehensive monitoring cameras with facial and voice recognition, has led to improved home security.
Industry implications
What the Biometric Capture trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookTechnology
The integration of biometric technology in wearable cameras, IoT devices and security cameras gives rise to innovation opportunities in the technology industry.
Healthcare
Brain wave reading technology, which is used for the Neurocam, can be extended for use in assessing patients' mental health conditions and other healthcare-related applications.
Automotive
Emotion detecting cameras can be used in cars to detect risky behaviors resulting from emotional states of drivers, leading to innovation opportunities in the automotive industry.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Biometric Capture
Trend score 2.4 out of 10, from popularity 43%, activity 21%, freshness 8%.
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Evidence
Examples of the Biometric Capture trend
6 featured examples from Dec 12, 2013 to Feb 20, 2016Facial Recognition Security Cameras
The iCamPRO Smart Security Camera Features 360-Degree Coverage
The iCamPRO Smart Security Camera showcases how connected devices are changing the way people secure their homes.
Road Rage-Detecting Cameras
This Technology Uses Cameras to Detect Angry and Irritated Drivers
Possibility for car manufacturers to collaborate with emotion-detecting camera developers to integrate the technology into vehicles for improved driver safety.
Emotion-Recognizing Smart Glasses
The Emotient App Will Let Google Glass Read Human Emotion
Emotion-recognition technology can assist healthcare professionals in identifying patient needs and improving treatment outcomes.
Brainwave-Controlled Cameras
Neurocam is a Hands Free Camera that Uses Brain Activity
Innovation in technology can drive further advancements within the wearable camera space.
Comprehensive Security Cameras
This Home Monitoring Camera Includes Face and Voice Recognition
Growth prospects for companies in the security systems industry to incorporate face recognition technology into their products and services for improved surveillance and identific…
Emotion-Detecting Cameras
Researchers Introduce Emotion-Detecting Camera for Cars
The automotive industry stands to benefit from emotion-detecting cameras to improve driver safety and overall experience.