# App-Controlled Ritual Basic aspects of consumers' routines become controllable via apps. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Feb 20, 2018 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/appcontrolled-ritual ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.0/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## 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. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 5, 2016 to Jan 12, 2018 - Published: Feb 20, 2018 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the App-Controlled Ritual trend ### 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. ### 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. ### 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. ## What the App-Controlled Ritual trend means for industry ### For 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 for App-Controlled Ritual Trend score 4.0 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 54%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 60% - Activity: 54% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the App-Controlled Ritual trend 6 featured examples from Aug 5, 2016 to Jan 12, 2018. - [App-Controlled Coffee Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ember-ceramic-mug): The Ember Ceramic Mug Keeps Drinks at the Optimal Temperature (Category: Art & Design) Implication: With latest advancements in designing and producing app-controlled, temperature-sensitive mugs, the smart appliance industry has ample of opportunities - [Next-Gen Facial Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreo-ufo): Foreo UFO Transforms the Way Face Mask Treatments are Applied (Category: Fashion) Implication: 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. - [App-Controlled Video Doorbells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/RemoBell-video-doorbell): The RemoBell Lets You Monitor and Talk To People At Your Door (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunities for innovation in the home security industry, creating products that give homeowners convenience, ease of use, and peace of mind. - [Pixel Animation Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-clock): This Bluetooth Clock Lets You Create Custom Light-Up Drawings (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Industry players can explore the development of Bluetooth clock devices that combine alarm clocks and LED displays for customized pixel art animations. - [Smart Pet Doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/door-for-pets): SureFlap's Door for Pets Can Be Controlled by a Smartphone (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: 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. - [App-Controlled Vacuum Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Roomba-robotic-vacuum-cleaner): This Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Can Be Monitored Via Your Smartphone (Category: Tech) Implication: The integration of smartphone-controlled vacuum cleaners aligns with the growing demand for smart home automation systems. ## 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)