# Mood Interface Human emotion becomes the forefront of technological interactivity. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Aug 29, 2017 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/mood-interface ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Mood Interface trend? **Mood Interface:** As consumers have increasingly come to expect hyper-personalized products and services, the tech industry is integrating mood-sensing as an integral part of product interface. This new direction serves to create a much more intuitive and curated experience for consumers who are constantly inundated with choice. As consumption options become limitless and technology grows ever more complex, products that streamline engagement through personable interaction are becoming integral to the modern consumer. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 4, 2016 to Jun 14, 2017 - Published: Aug 29, 2017 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Mood Interface trend ### Mood-Sensing Technology Growing technology industry trend that integrates mood-sensing as an integral part of product interface. ### Emotion-Tracking Wearables A trend in wearable technology that keeps track of emotions to continuously influence what's happening on-screen in a video game. ### AI-Powered Mood Mapping The trend of artificial intelligence-powered apps that can suggest foods to combat your particular emotional state. ## What the Mood Interface trend means for industry ### For Fashion Technology Fashion and technology industry can collaborate to create a new future for stress management and mood analysis. ### For Gaming Technology Gaming technology industry can leverage emotion tracking to enhance virtual and augmented reality games with a personalized touch. ### For Food Technology Food technology industry can revolutionize the way food is consumed by incorporating mood mapping and emotion analysis to suggest food options. ## Workshop question How can you tap into the emotional aspect of your consumer's behavior to generate more intuitive and personalized interactions? ## Trend signals for Mood Interface Trend score 5.1 out of 10, from popularity 76%, activity 67%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 76% - Activity: 67% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Mood Interface trend 5 featured examples from Oct 4, 2016 to Jun 14, 2017. - [Mood-Lifting Food Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moodlifting-food-apps): Yolk! Uses AI to Suggest Foods That Will Lift Your Mood (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Exploring opportunities to develop innovative mobile apps that integrate AI and wellness elements to enhance users' everyday experiences. - [Gamer Emotion-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrist-wearable): The Ankkoro Emotion Sense Wrist Wearable Captures Emotional Data (Category: Tech) Implication: The gaming industry is poised to benefit from the development of emotion-tracking wearables, as it presents potential new gaming experiences that are more immersive and engaging. - [Stress-Sensing Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-apparel): Intel's High-Tech Apparel Senses and Projects Your Stress Levels (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The fashion industry is incorporating technology to create new and enhanced clothing experiences. - [Emotional Meal Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mood-mapping): This Facial Recognition App Utilizes Mood Mapping to Make Food Suggestions (Category: Tech) Implication: Restaurants can utilize mood mapping technology to provide more comprehensive data and personalized menus. - [Mood-Boosting Smart Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mood-light-lamp): The Emie 'Elfy' Connected Mood Light Lamp Enhances How You're Feeling (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for the home lighting industry to create innovative products that improve well-being and mood enhancement. ## 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)