# Automated Emotion Intuitive technology reveals a consumer need to improve emotional well-being. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Feb 2, 2015 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/digitized-emotion ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Automated Emotion trend? **Automated Emotion:** The current emphasis on well-being is not limited to physical health and fitness; predictive and intuitive technology can also measure, track and augment human emotion by manipulating internal and external factors. Tech products geared towards emotional well-being indicate that achieving a high level of happiness is important to individuals, and that consumers are willing to use emerging technology to achieve those goals. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 12, 2014 to Oct 31, 2016 - Published: Feb 2, 2015 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Automated Emotion trend ### Emotion-Tracking Wearables Wearable technology helps track emotional well-being and make suggestions for improving mood. ### Mood-Sensing Apps Apps utilizing voice analysis can detect emotions and suggest solutions for negative feelings. ### Emotion-Sensing Jewelry Jewelry with embedded sensors can track various biometric data points to determine emotional and mental states of users. ## What the Automated Emotion trend means for industry ### For Wearable Technology Industry Emotion-tracking devices and biometric sensors are creating new markets in the wearable technology industry. ### For Mental Health Industry Technology is revolutionizing the way we think about and approach mental health, creating vast business opportunities in the industry. ### For Fashion Technology Industry High-tech jewelry and wearables are merging with fashion, with companies focusing on design innovation and technology. ## Trend signals for Automated Emotion Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 76%, activity 65%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 76% - Activity: 65% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Automated Emotion trend 5 featured examples from Apr 12, 2014 to Oct 31, 2016. - [Hi-Tech Stress Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-stress-ball): Bossy is a Unique Stress Ball with a Ton of Tech Capabilities (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology into wellness products to enhance their stress-relieving and time management capabilities. - [Emotion-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sentio-solutions-feel): Sentio Solutions' Feel Band is Being Unveiled at CES 2016 (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The wellness industry will need to pay attention to emotion-tracking wearables as they can evolve the industry into a more personalized emotional health and wellness programs. - [Emotion-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-trackers): The 'Sence' Wearable Trackers Lets Users Track Their Emotional State (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The healthcare industry can leverage Sence wearable trackers to develop customized mental health interventions based on emotional patterns. - [Emotion-Sensing Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technological-jewelry): Vinaya's Technological Jewelry Can Create Art Out of the User's Emotions (Category: Fashion) Implication: Opportunity for disruption: Incorporate emotion-sensing technology in healthcare to provide personalized treatments and mental health monitoring. - [Mood-Sensing Watch Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emowatch-app): The EmoWatch App Recognizes If a Person is Happy or Sad (Category: Tech) Implication: Healthtech companies can explore incorporating mood-sensing technology into their existing platforms for mental health monitoring and support. ## 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) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)