# Multifunctional Lens Contact lenses are updated to offer unprecedented levels of functionality. By [Courtney Scharf](https://www.trendhunter.com/Courtney), Chief Client Officer | Published Aug 4, 2019 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/multifunctional-lens ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Multifunctional Lens trend? **Multifunctional Lens:** Trends - Thanks to advances in technology, products in the contact lens space are seeing impressive updates that offer new functionalities to consumers. Offering consumers a chance to get more health information, protect themselves and more, these new benefits suggest a major potential expansion when it comes to the way people use these products. ## The consumer insight behind the Multifunctional Lens trend Such developments highlight consumers' openness to experimenting with futuristic technologies if it creates a more seamless experience for the consumer. As the integration of technology into everyday objects becomes ubiquitous, consumers have become accustomed to a connected lifestyle that makes everyday living increasingly seamless. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 15, 2018 to Jul 31, 2019 - Published: Aug 4, 2019 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [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 Multifunctional Lens trend ### Advanced Functionalities Advancements in technology are leading to new functionalities for contact lenses, resulting in potential expansion of usage. ### Innovative Eye Implants Researchers are developing innovative eye implants that can help people with distance-based sight defects, color blindness, and glucose monitoring. ### Soft Robotics Soft robotics technology is being integrated into contact lenses to offer enhanced sight, such as the ability to zoom in by blinking twice. ## What the Multifunctional Lens trend means for industry ### For Healthcare Industry The healthcare industry can incorporate these technologies to improve patient care, expand their services, and remain competitive. ### For Consumer Electronics Industry The consumer electronics industry can leverage these technologies to develop innovative wearable devices in the eyewear space. ### For Medical Device Industry The medical device industry can explore the potential of eye implants and robotics to create new and more efficient devices for patient care and treatment. ## Workshop question What are some ways (both realistic and unrealistic) that you could adopt technology to "level up" your current offering? ## Trend signals for Multifunctional Lens Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 59%, activity 56%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 59% - Activity: 56% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Multifunctional Lens trend 4 featured examples from Apr 15, 2018 to Jul 31, 2019. - [Color-Correcting Eye Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-correcting-eye-implant): These Lenses Help Wearers Distinguish Between Red & Green Hues (Category: Tech) Implication: The healthcare industry can benefit from the development of color-correcting eye implants which offer new options for vision correction. - [Robotic Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-contact-lenses): These Lenses Will Zoom in When You Blink Twice (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing medical technology by incorporating robotic components into wearable devices for improved patient experiences and outcomes. - [Glucose-Monitoring Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glucose-monitoring-contact-lenses): Noviosense Modernizes Diabetes Monitoring Systems (Category: Tech) Implication: Wearable tech manufacturers can explore innovative diabetes monitoring products to penetrate the Diabetes Management market. - [Self-Tinting Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-contact-lenses): These High-Tech Contact Lenses Darken In Bright Light Conditions (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The optical and eye care industry has the potential to innovate through the development of technology that promotes eye health and provides added convenience and comfort to consum… ## 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)