# Self-Automated Lens Modern contact lenses adapt with high-tech, self-automating features. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Aug 2, 2019 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/selfautomated-lens ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.6/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Self-Automated Lens trend? **Self-Automated Lens:** Modern eye wear products are no stranger to emerging technology, but what we're seeing further develop in this space is a move toward self-automating product capabilities. These products offer consumers more streamlined, self-sufficient processes that are hassle-free. ## The consumer insight behind the Self-Automated Lens trend As the convenience economy grows, consumers tight on time - like urban dwellers - are seeking out more streamlined, automated solutions to their everyday needs. Coupled with an on-going desire for health and wellness, we see a move toward products and services that align automating technology with aspects of health monitoring and self-care. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 20, 2018 to Jul 16, 2020 - Published: Aug 2, 2019 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Self-Automated Lens trend ### Self-Automating Eye Wear As consumers seek out more streamlined, automated solutions to their everyday needs, there is a move toward eye wear products with self-automating capabilities that align with aspects of health monitoring and self-care. ### Soft Robotics Soft robotics is the driving force behind modern contact lens innovations, such as the potential to include zooming capabilities and provide enhanced sight. ### Virtual Try-Ons Virtual try-ons, such as Perfect Corp.'s AR virtual contact lens try-on experience, offer consumers an at-home solution for trying on products, increasing convenience and accessibility. ## What the Self-Automated Lens trend means for industry ### For Healthcare There are numerous disruptive innovation opportunities in the healthcare industry from the advent of modern eye wear products with self-automating capabilities & health monitoring features to the development of glucose-monitoring lenses for diabetes patients. ### For Fashion New advancements in eye wear products such as robotic contact lenses & virtual try-ons offer the fashion industry a unique way to pair fashion with functionality. ### For Technology Soft robotics, virtual reality, and other technologies are being incorporated into modern contact lenses, providing numerous opportunities to enhance products and services for consumers across a wide range of industries. ## Workshop question How can you experiment with self-automating features within your current product or service offerings? ## Trend signals for Self-Automated Lens Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 65%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 65% - Activity: 65% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the Self-Automated Lens trend 4 featured examples from Nov 20, 2018 to Jul 16, 2020. - [Connected Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mojo-lens): The Mojo Lens Provides Wearers with Notifications and More (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of smart contact lenses like the Mojo Lens creates disruptive innovation opportunities for the wearable technology industry to expand its product offerings. - [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. - [Virtual Contact Lens Try-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-contact-lens): Perfect Corp.'s Try-On Leverages Augmented Reality, Taobao & WeChat (Category: Marketing) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate AR virtual try-on experiences for clothing, accessories, and footwear to enable customers to visualize products before making a purcha… ## 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)