# Assistive Vision Tech aids in visual or navigational improvements for the visually impaired. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Oct 11, 2017 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/assistive-vision ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.2/10 - Evidence articles: 9 ## What is the Assistive Vision trend? **Assistive Vision:** One of the most important aspects of technological developments is their ability to aid and empower those with various disabilities, and this fact holds up for visual impairments. Innovations in this field have led to a wide range of accessibility related developments for individuals who have these impairments – from enhancing navigational abilities, to improving sight. This shift speaks to the possibilities in this field, as it strays well past vision itself and has potential uses in everything from medicine and tech, to fashion, design and architecture. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 9 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 1, 2015 to Aug 31, 2017 - Published: Oct 11, 2017 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Assistive Vision trend ### Assistive Wearables The rise of wearable accessibility technology for the visually impaired demographic. ### Smart Sensing Navigation Integration of smart sensors into navigational technologies for location detection and obstacle avoidance. ### AR for Visual Impairments Augmented reality applications for enhancing the everyday lives of people with visual impairments. ## What the Assistive Vision trend means for industry ### For Healthcare Technology The advancements in assistive technologies for the visually impaired aligns with healthcare technology innovation. ### For Mobile Device and Wearable Technology The application of various mobility and wearables technologies proves to be an excellent approach for innovating visually-impaired aid tech. ### For Smart City Solutions Navigation-assistive technology promises to be a valuable asset to the tech implementation of smart city designs and solutions. ## Workshop question How can your brand insert its products or services into aspects of consumers' lives that probe deeper than the product/service's primary intended purpose. ## Trend signals for Assistive Vision Trend score 4.2 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 58%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 60% - Activity: 58% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Assistive Vision trend 9 featured examples from Jul 1, 2015 to Aug 31, 2017. - [Accessorized Navigation Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navigation-wearables): This Navigation Device is Worn Like a Bracelet or Necklace (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Developing innovative wearable technology to assist and enhance the mobility and navigation of people with visual impairments - [Vision-Restoring Visors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esight-3): The eSight 3 Improves Vision for the Legally Blind (Category: Tech) Implication: The eSight 3's vision-enhancing capabilities offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the healthcare industry, allowing for improved treatments and interventions for visually… - [Blind-Assisting Beacon Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subway-navigation): This Subway Navigation System Helps to Guide Blind Passengers (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for public transportation systems to integrate Bluetooth beacon technology to assist visually impaired passengers in navigating their routes. - [Directional GPS Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gps-function): These Glasses Feature a GPS Function to Aid the Visually Impaired (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The integration of GPS technology into wearable devices presents opportunities for developing assistive solutions for individuals with disabilities - [Assistive AR Sight Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relumino): Samsung's Relúmĭno Helps to Users with Vision Impairments to See Better (Category: Tech) Implication: AR apps for individuals with vision impairments provide disruptive innovation opportunities in the assistive technology industry. - [Narrative Visual Impairment Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seeing-ai): Microsoft's 'Seeing AI' Can Narrate the World Around You (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The development of 'Seeing AI' highlights the potential for AI in creating innovative solutions for individuals with visual impairments. - [Sound Navigation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-navigation-device): The 'Echo' Helps Individuals with Visual Impairments in Their Daily Lives (Category: Tech) Implication: The assistive technology industry can benefit from providing advanced sound-based devices that specifically cater to individuals with visual impairments. - [Wearable Navigation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-navigation-device): This Horseshoe-Shaped Gadget Helps Visually Impaired People Get Around (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The development of wearable navigation devices presents disruptive innovation opportunities within the assistive technology industry to enhance accessibility for individuals with… - [Wearable Navigation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-navigation-system): This Wearable Device Can Guide People with Visual Impairments (Category: Social Good) Implication: The development of wearable navigation systems presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the assistive technology industry, improving accessibility for visually impaired ind… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - 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