# Dedicated Desktop Companies are launching more apps specifically designed for desktop users. By [Daniel Johnson](https://www.trendhunter.com/DanielJohnson) | Published May 5, 2020 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/dedicated-desktop ## Key Figures - Trend score: 1.3/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Dedicated Desktop trend? **Dedicated Desktop:** Companies are increasingly creating apps specifically designed to be used on a desktop, including apps for audio customization, social media, and organizational tools. The desktop-centric design empowers users with more functional capabilities when compared to their mobile counterparts. ## The consumer insight behind the Dedicated Desktop trend Shifting social norms and advancements in technology have led more consumers to work remotely, and as a result, consumers are prioritizing apps that feature more functionality than what streamlined mobile devices typically offer. Additionally, these apps are being released at a time when people are now required to be indoors and consequentially spend more time on their computers for work and recreation alike. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 6 to Apr 29, 2020 - Published: May 5, 2020 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Dedicated Desktop trend ### Desktop-focused app development Companies are designing more apps specifically for desktop users. ### Increased integration with desktop platforms Applications are becoming more integrated with desktop and web browsers. ### Desktop audio customization platforms Apps are being developed for audio customization specifically for desktop users. ## What the Dedicated Desktop trend means for industry ### For Software Development There is an opportunity for software developers to create more desktop-focused applications with increased functionality. ### For Communication Technology Communication improving tech like messenger apps can be made more compatible with desktop devices. ### For Workplace Productivity Productivity tools like organizational and audio customization apps can target desktop users. ## Workshop question How can your organization better offer more functional products and services? ## Trend signals for Dedicated Desktop Trend score 1.3 out of 10, from popularity 19%, activity 12%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 19% - Activity: 12% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the Dedicated Desktop trend 4 featured examples from Apr 6 to Apr 29, 2020. - [Desktop-Friendly Audio Customization Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-customization1): Sonarworks Released SoundID Listen for Computers (Category: Tech) Implication: Software developers can create innovative audio customization software for desktop computers. - [Desktop-Compatible Direct Messages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/direct-messages): Instagram Makes Direct Messages Available for Desktop Users (Category: Social Media) Implication: Social media platforms can explore desktop messaging integration, enabling users to access their DMs across multiple devices. - [Dedicated Messenger App Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dedicated-messenger-app): Facebook Launched a Desktop App Due to Increased Traffic (Category: Tech) Implication: Social media companies can benefit from releasing dedicated messenger desktop apps due to increased desktop traffic. - [Desktop-Integrated Organizational Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organizational-app): Todoist Updated the Organizational App with a Calendar (Category: Tech) Implication: Productivity apps could benefit from integrating comprehensive calendar views for better task scheduling and management. ## 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)