Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
App-Controlled
Ritual
Basic aspects of consumers' routines become controllable via apps.
4.0
Trend score
Trend
What is the App-Controlled Ritual trend?
App-Controlled Ritual: With smartphones being in the pockets of most North American consumers, brands are allowing them to control the mundane aspects of their daily routines via apps. These solutions prioritize convenience, while simultaneously enhancing consumers' experience with the otherwise tedious tasks that they must regularly complete.
Trend themes
Themes within the App-Controlled Ritual trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
App-Controlled Devices
The growing trend of apps controlling mundane tasks presents an opportunity for companies to offer services that can be controlled by smartphones.
02
Smart Pet Gadgets
As the popularity of pets continues to grow, pet owners are turning to smart pet gadgets, such as app-controlled pet doors, which present new opportunities for companies to innovate in the pet industry.
03
App-Controlled Skincare Devices
The increasing demand for at-home skincare treatments is presenting opportunities for companies to develop app-controlled skincare devices such as the Foreo UFO.
Industry implications
What the App-Controlled Ritual trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Home Appliances
The rise in popularity of app-controlled home appliances presents an opportunity for companies to develop products with added convenience and features.
For
Pet Industry
The growing trend of smart pet gadgets presents opportunities for companies to innovate in the pet industry, providing services to enhance the safety and wellbeing of pets.
For
Beauty Industry
Growing interest in skincare and beauty treatments is creating opportunities for companies to develop innovative, app-controlled skincare devices that cater to the needs of the consumer.
Workshop question
How can your brand amplify some of the more tedious aspects of consumer experience with its products/services?
Trend signals
Trend signals for App-Controlled Ritual
Trend score 4.0 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 54%, freshness 8%.
Popularity60%
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 App-Controlled Ritual trend
6 featured examples from Aug 5, 2016 to Jan 12, 2018CategoryArt & Design
App-Controlled Coffee Cups
The Ember Ceramic Mug Keeps Drinks at the Optimal Temperature
With latest advancements in designing and producing app-controlled, temperature-sensitive mugs, the smart appliance industry has ample of opportunities
CategoryFashion
Next-Gen Facial Devices
Foreo UFO Transforms the Way Face Mask Treatments are Applied
The beauty industry has been disrupted by the rise of smart skincare devices like Foreo UFO, which offers technology-driven spa treatments in the comfort of one's home.
CategoryTech
App-Controlled Video Doorbells
The RemoBell Lets You Monitor and Talk To People At Your Door
Opportunities for innovation in the home security industry, creating products that give homeowners convenience, ease of use, and peace of mind.
CategoryArt & Design
Pixel Animation Alarm Clocks
This Bluetooth Clock Lets You Create Custom Light-Up Drawings
Industry players can explore the development of Bluetooth clock devices that combine alarm clocks and LED displays for customized pixel art animations.
CategoryLifestyle
Smart Pet Doors
SureFlap's Door for Pets Can Be Controlled by a Smartphone
Smart pet doors are a new product that can be marketed to the home automation industry, providing an innovative and useful addition to the smart home experience.
CategoryTech
App-Controlled Vacuum Cleaners
This Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Can Be Monitored Via Your Smartphone
The integration of smartphone-controlled vacuum cleaners aligns with the growing demand for smart home automation systems.
