# Hi-Tech Drone Consumers search for unobtrusive forms of drone entertainment. By [Vasiliki Marapas](https://www.trendhunter.com/Vasiliki.Marapas), Research Advisor & Writer | Published Mar 3, 2016 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/hitech-drone ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.5/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Hi-Tech Drone trend? **Hi-Tech Drone:** New drone models are being updated with hi-tech features ranging from gesture-control to virtual reality. The modern consumer is not only feature-hungry when it comes to new technology; they're also seeking a seamless user experience, indicating that the narrowing gap between consumers and their devices is heavily influencing product design. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 17, 2015 to Apr 23, 2016 - Published: Mar 3, 2016 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [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 ## Themes within the Hi-Tech Drone trend ### Gesture-Control Consumers are seeking more intuitive control over drones through gesture-control, paving the way for disruptive innovation opportunities in interface design. ### Virtual Reality Virtual Reality technology is becoming increasingly tied to drone technology as consumers seek more immersive experiences, presenting opportunities to innovate through new VR drone systems. ### Autonomous Underwater Drones The rise of autonomous underwater drones is set to revolutionize underwater exploration, offering businesses a myriad of applications for use. ## What the Hi-Tech Drone trend means for industry ### For Consumer Electronics The ongoing development of drones with added features and capabilities reveals the immense potential for innovation and growth in the consumer electronics industry. ### For Film Production As drones continue to get smaller, faster and more advanced, the film production industry can benefit from new filming techniques, enabling fresh angles and improved shots. ### For Maritime Industry The emergence of drones that can traverse both land and water is presenting disruptive opportunities within maritime industries for reconnaissance, resource monitoring and international boundary surveillance. ## Workshop question What's one key feature you could add to your offering to dramatically improve your consumers' experience? ## Trend signals for Hi-Tech Drone Trend score 4.5 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 62%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 65% - Activity: 62% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Hi-Tech Drone trend 7 featured examples from Oct 17, 2015 to Apr 23, 2016. - [POV Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerup-fpv-paper-airplane-drone): The PowerUp FPV Paper Airplane Drone Allows You to Experience the Flight (Category: Tech) Implication: The PowerUp FPV Paper Airplane Drone highlights opportunities for innovation in drone manufacturing, especially in creating lightweight and durable designs. - [VR Drone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drone-camera): The EHANG 'GHOSTDRONE 2.0' Drone Allows for Immersive Flying Experiences (Category: Tech) Implication: The EHANG 'GHOSTDRONE 2.0' showcases disruptive innovation opportunities in the drone technology industry with its integration of virtual reality. - [Amphibious Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cracuns-drone): The CRACUNS Drone Can Float Up From Underwater and Take To the Sky (Category: Autos) Implication: The CRACUNS drone showcases a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for military drone manufacturing industries to develop more versatile drones that can function both under… - [Autonomous Gesture Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gesture-drone): The FLYbi Drone Syncs to the Flyer's Head for Accurate Flying Control (Category: Tech) Implication: Drone manufacturers can explore implementing gesture and body control in their products to improve user experience. - [Minuscule POV Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-device): The Axis Vidus is the Smallest Flying Device to Offer Remote Person View (Category: Tech) Implication: The Axis Vidus is a game changer in the drone industry, offering a small size and remote person view capabilities. - [Surface-Striding Drone Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drone-system): The WaterStrider Drone Accessory Skims the Surface Of the Water (Category: Tech) Implication: The WaterStrider presents an opportunity for photographers and videographers to capture unique and stunning shots on and around water. - [Autonomous Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ibubble-underwater-drone): The iBubble Drone Can Follow Scuba Divers and Film Video (Category: Tech) Implication: The iBubble underwater drone has the potential to change the game for underwater exploration and marine tourism. ## 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)