Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Accessible
Detection
Skin-related diseases are becoming easier to detect at home.
4.3
Trend score
Trend
What is the Accessible Detection trend?
Accessible Detection: Wearables and camera accessories are being designed to detect potentially dangerous skin abnormalities in those who use them. Innovations in this area are fast-emerging due to the rising awareness of the hazardous effects of the sun and toxic pollution. The accessibility of these devices outside of the doctor's office provides a window into an emerging industry of preventative products and initiatives – a consequence of expanding consumer autonomy.
Trend themes
Themes within the Accessible Detection trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
At-Home Skin Health Detection
Wearable devices and camera accessories are being designed to detect potentially dangerous skin abnormalities at home, providing consumers with autonomy and contributing to the preventative products industry.
02
Artificial Intelligence for Skin Cancer Detection
Deep learning algorithms and image recognition algorithms trained with thousands of photos of skin lesions are becoming as effective as dermatologists and could be implemented on smartphones for medical use.
03
UV Camera Development
Smartphone attachments that capture ultraviolet light and show it on users' screens are growing in popularity, serving as a tool for users to see how well they've applied sunscreen or whether their sunglasses provide sufficient UV protection.
Industry implications
What the Accessible Detection trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Health and Wellness
The preventative products industry is expanding as at-home skin health detection devices continue to advanced and offer consumers greater autonomy.
For
Technology
Development of artificial intelligence for skin cancer detection and ultraviolet cameras represent a growing trend of integrating technology in healthcare.
For
Outdoors and Adventure
The development of wearable skin-scanning devices for sun protection, such as the SOL, cater towards consumers with an active lifestyle who may be more susceptible to skin damage.
Workshop question
How can your brand expand accessibility and tap into consumers' desire for autonomous decision-making?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Accessible Detection
Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 68%, activity 54%, freshness 8%.
Popularity68%
Activity54%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Accessible Detection trend
6 featured examples from Nov 5, 2015 to Jul 13, 2017CategoryLifestyle
Skin-Scanning Wearables
SOL Offers Wearable Skin Protection That Reminds Users to Take Care
Disruptive innovation opportunity for the healthcare industry to develop wearable devices that contribute to proactive skin protection and preventative healthcare.
CategoryTech
Ultraviolet Smartphone Cameras
The Nurugo SmartUV Camera Shows Light in the Ultraviolet Spectrum
The mobile accessories industry can explore the development of unique smartphone attachments, such as ultraviolet cameras, to enhance user experiences.
CategoryTech
Skin Health Smartphone Accessories
The 'DermLite' Smart Skin Scanner Tracks Skin Health
Opportunity for healthcare providers to adopt smart skin scanners and related technologies to improve early detection and preventive care.
CategoryTech
Melanoma-Detecting Devices
The HÜD Smartphone Skin Cancer Screener Detects Problems Early On
The HÜD Smartphone Skin Cancer Screener demonstrates the potential of technology in healthcare, paving the way for advancements in telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and pre…
CategoryTech
Skin Cancer-Detecting Algorithms
This Deep Learning Algorithm is as Effective as a Dermatologist
Developing AI-powered algorithms for a range of medical applications, including skin cancer detection which could have the potential to revolutionize dermatology.
CategoryLifestyle
Epidermis-Monitoring Devices
The Philips 'Skinscan' Acts as a Personal Skin Cancer Screening
The Philips 'Skinscan' presents disruptive innovation opportunities within the medical devices industry to create advanced technologies for personal health monitoring, diagnosis…
