# Interplanetary Apps Companies produce smartphone apps that serve interest in outer space. By [Jordy E](https://www.trendhunter.com/JordyEleni) | Published May 25, 2015 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/applied-aerospace ## Key Figures - Trend score: 1.7/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Interplanetary Apps trend? **Interplanetary Apps:** Other industries adopt both branded and unbranded apps as a way to make information readily available; outer space apps satisfy the same desire for convenience. These user-friendly programs satisfy the curiosities of users with an attraction to the unknown, which is common in a time where information is all too readily available. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 12, 2014 to May 1, 2015 - Published: May 25, 2015 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Interplanetary Apps trend ### Space-related apps Apps focused on space exploration add new and unique elements of discovery and curiosity, while also providing a convenient and accessible way to learn more and engage with space topics. ### Amateur space exploration Apps and other resources that enable amateurs to engage in space exploration can greatly enhance our understanding of space, as well as offer a unique educational and experiential opportunity. ### Crowdsourced space research Crowdsourced data gathering and analysis, enabled by technology and user-friendly applications, can provide unprecedented insights into space-related topics and phenomena. ## What the Interplanetary Apps trend means for industry ### For Space industry The space industry can leverage apps and other technologies to enhance engagement with space exploration and discovery, as well as promote education and citizen involvement. ### For Education industry The education industry can benefit from these space-related apps and resources, which offer unique and engaging tools for teaching and learning about space topics and phenomena. ### For Technology industry The technology industry can drive innovation in space exploration and research by developing tools and resources that enable greater citizen involvement, crowd-sourced data gathering and analysis, and amateur exploration and discovery. ## Workshop question How can your brand elicit more curiosity in the perception of its products or services? ## Trend signals for Interplanetary Apps Trend score 1.7 out of 10, from popularity 30%, activity 13%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 30% - Activity: 13% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Interplanetary Apps trend 4 featured examples from Jun 12, 2014 to May 1, 2015. - [Data-Yielding Space Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nasa-asteroid-hunter): The NASA Asteroid Hunter App is for the Citizen Scientist (Category: Tech) Implication: NASA Asteroid Hunter is a new way for space enthusiasts to engage with NASA and Planetary Resources. - [Avian Space Education Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angry-birds-in-space): NASA's Angry Birds in Space Update Educates on Future Asteroid Missions (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of educational apps creates opportunities for EdTech companies to grow and increase their customer base by implementing the latest technologies and educational tec… - [Amateur Astronomy Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astronomy-app): A New Free App Helps NASA Discover New Asteroids (Category: Tech) Implication: Develop innovative astronomy apps/applications that allow citizens to participate in exploring the cosmos and its dynamics. - [Asteroid-Exploring Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asteroid-vesta): This Browser-Based Application Lets You Explore the Asteroid Vesta (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of asteroid-exploring software opens up new avenues for space research organizations to study and understand asteroids in greater detail. ## Recent trend clusters - [Escalation Logic](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-triage-assistants) (Tech) - [Reply Surfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/conversational-interface-design) (Tech) - [Permission Layers](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-permission-controls) (Tech) - [Gentle Diagnostics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/home-heart-screening) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Tech - [Budget Tough-Screen Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budget-tough-screen-phones) - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Modular CMF Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-cmf-bluetooth-speakers) - [Premium Robotic Cleaning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-cleaning-system) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)