# Hands-On Drone Drones provide extra customization and interactivity for curious consumers. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Mar 3, 2016 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/handson-drone ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.9/10 - Evidence articles: 9 ## What is the Hands-On Drone trend? **Hands-On Drone:** The desire for interactive forms of play continues with innovative drone concepts that increase hands-on involvement. Whether it's taking a "toy-to-life" approach that children will enjoy, or providing customizable features for adults, tech toys that offer greater control will succeed with the modern consumer, who is constantly searching for empowerment in all facets of life. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 9 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 14, 2016 to Jul 28, 2018 - Published: Mar 3, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Hands-On Drone trend ### Customizable Drones Maker culture and consumer desire for customization is driving demand for programmable and modular drones that offer hands-on involvement. ### Discreet and Compact Drones Drones designed for military and industrial use, requiring autonomy and attentiveness, are attracting attention with their discrete, lightweight, folding designs. ### DIY Drones The rise of maker culture is driving interest in DIY drone kits and components, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to build powerful, customizable drones from scratch. ## What the Hands-On Drone trend means for industry ### For Consumer Electronics Industry Consumer desire for hands-on, customizable technology is driving innovation in drone technology that is driving growth and revenue in the consumer electronics industry. ### For Aerospace and Defense Industry Advances in drone technology and design is driving growth and profitability in the aerospace and defense industry and is thus creating opportunities for disruptive innovation. ### For Photography and Videography Industry Drone technology is enabling a new generation of photographers and videographers to capture images and footage from previously impossible angles on both professional and consumer levels. ## Workshop question How can you grant your customer a sense of control? ## Trend signals for Hands-On Drone Trend score 4.9 out of 10, from popularity 69%, activity 69%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 69% - Activity: 69% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Hands-On Drone trend 9 featured examples from Jan 14, 2016 to Jul 28, 2018. - [Discreet Foldable Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-drone): This Lockheed Martin Drone is Designed For Military and Industrial Use (Category: Tech) Implication: The Outsider drone is designed for military applications, demonstrating disruptive innovation in the military technology industry. - [Customizable Camera Drone Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wwwing-drone): The 'WWWing' Drone Features Clip-on Parts to Go Anywhere (Category: Tech) Implication: Drone manufacturers can capitalize on the customizable drone design trend by creating modular drone units that allow for easy attachment of different transportation solutions. - [DIY Professional Drone Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/professional-drone): The FireClouds AirFrame Kit Comes with Everything to Make a Drone (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of DIY drones by offering drone kits that allow users to build their own professional drones. - [Modular Hovercraft Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airblock): Makeblock's Airblock Drone Toy Can Be Programmed to Do Different Stunts (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The toy manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of modular drone toys by developing innovative products that combine playfulness and educational value. - [Building Block Drone Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-block-drone): The Force Flyers DIY Fly n Drive Building Block Drone is Customizable (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The toy manufacturing industry has an opportunity to tap into the trend towards customizable building block toys and create innovative products like the Force Flyers DIY Fly n Dri… - [Interchangeable Component Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blank-drone): The 'Blank Drone' Can be Used for Photo, Video and More (Category: Tech) Implication: The modular drones trend presents disruptive innovation opportunities for manufacturers to develop versatile drone models. - [Customized Programmable Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codrone-programmable-drone): The 'CoDrone' Programmable Drone Hit Kickstarter After CES 2016 (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can leverage the trend of customized programmable drones to develop more personalized and versatile drone products for a broader range of users. - [Hoverboard Barbie Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-toys): Mattel's Star Light Adventure RC Toy Takes Barbie to New Heights (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The toy industry can capitalize on the trend of high-tech toys and diverse dolls to attract and engage children. - [All-Terrain Toy Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-drones): Takara Tomy's Earth Rider Flying Drones Conquer Land, Air and Water (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Toy companies can explore producing hybrid toys that cater to children's fascination with different terrains and environments. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [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) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)