# Anti-Distraction Apps Limiting mobile distractions, consumers turn to apps for convenience. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jul 29, 2014 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/antidistraction-apps ## Key Figures - Trend score: 1.5/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Anti-Distraction Apps trend? **Anti-Distraction Apps:** In an ironic move to battle the dangers of mobile usage, consumers are turning to apps to provide a convenient deterrent. Helping to prevent distracting use while driving, these preventative applications reflect an ongoing desire for tech use even with the possibility of consequences. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: May 30, 2013 to May 23, 2014 - Published: Jul 29, 2014 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Anti-Distraction Apps trend ### Anti-Distraction Apps Consumers are using anti-distraction apps to help prevent mobile usage while driving, opening up opportunities for the development of new technologies and apps to reduce distracted driving. ### Texting Prevention Phone Apps The development of Eyes on the Road and similar technology aims to prevent distractions while driving, opening up opportunities for mobile-phone applications that will help reduce distracted driving. ### Distraction-Discarding Apps Advancements in mobile technologies are leading to more distraction-discarding apps like Cell Control, opening up opportunities for developers to create software that safely limits the use of smartphones while driving. ## What the Anti-Distraction Apps trend means for industry ### For Mobile App Development The rise of anti-distraction and texting prevention apps presents an opportunity for mobile app developers to create more applications that discourage distracted driving. ### For Automotive The trend for anti-distraction apps is opening up opportunities for the auto industry to explore in-vehicle tech that makes safe driving easier. ### For Safety The development of texting safety apps has implications far beyond the mobile-phone industry, creating opportunities for tech companies to create new safety technologies for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. ## Trend signals for Anti-Distraction Apps Trend score 1.5 out of 10, from popularity 25%, activity 13%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 25% - Activity: 13% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Anti-Distraction Apps trend 4 featured examples from May 30, 2013 to May 23, 2014. - [Texting Safety Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-texting): 'Transparent Texting' is an App to Help You Text and Walk Collision-Free (Category: Tech) Implication: Mobile app developers can create innovative safety features within messaging apps to cater to users' needs and prevent accidents. - [Distraction-Discarding Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cell-control): 'Cell Control' Prevents Drivers from Using Their Phones (Category: Tech) Implication: The automotive industry has an opportunity to further integrate new safety technologies like Cell Control into their products, making driving safer for all. - [Texting Prevention Phone Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyes-on-the-road-app): Eyes on the Road Phone App Stops Texting and Driving (Category: Tech) Implication: Mobile app development firms can capitalize on the growing market for anti-distracted driving apps, creating their own apps for different regions or markets. - [Disturbance-Free Writing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-app): The Yarny Writing App Lets Writers Focus In On the Task of Writing (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of Yarny writing app is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the technology industry, especially for productivity tools. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)