# Studious Tech Students turn to high-tech study aids to make learning more time-efficient. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Mar 27, 2014 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/studious-tech ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.8/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Studious Tech trend? **Studious Tech:** In an age where social networking and viral media provides a convenient source of distraction, consumers, particularly youths, are growing up more accustomed to quick and instantaneous methods of information. Seeking to make time-consuming factors like studying more efficient and conducive to a tech-savvy lifestyle, students are turning to digital study aids to combine the convenience of technology with the need to make conventional experiences more productive. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 22, 2012 to Mar 24, 2014 - Published: Mar 27, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [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 - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Studious Tech trend ### Digital Study Aids As students seek more efficient and tech-savvy methods of studying, there is an opportunity for businesses to provide digital study aids that combine convenience with productivity. ### Brain-Computer Interfaces The development of headsets that read brainwaves for meditation, attention and other algorithms could provide opportunities for companies to develop consumer neuroscience products. ### Gamification in Education Apps like 'Brain Chase' present a fun and effective way for kids to continue learning outside of the classroom, demonstrating the potential for gamification to enhance traditional educational experiences. ## What the Studious Tech trend means for industry ### For Digital Education The trend towards digital study aids and gamification in education presents opportunities for businesses to invest in the development of digital education platforms for students and teachers. ### For Consumer Neuroscience As brain-computer interfaces become more prevalent, there is potential for companies to develop products and services that utilize brainwave monitoring and interpretation for consumers. ### For Print Technology Devices like the 'Copy & Paste' handheld scanner and the VMO audio note recorder highlight the potential for businesses to invest in developing affordable and convenient print technology for consumers. ## Trend signals for Studious Tech Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 48%, activity 30%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 48% - Activity: 30% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Studious Tech trend 6 featured examples from Nov 22, 2012 to Mar 24, 2014. - [Crowdsourced Homework Help Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slader): Slader Makes Doing Homework Easier With a Little Help From Friends (Category: Business) Implication: EdTech companies can explore the potential of developing crowdsourced learning platforms and AI-assisted homework assistants. - [Scannable Audio Memos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-note-recorder): VMO is an Audio Note Recorder That Turns Notes Into Scannable Codes (Category: Tech) Implication: Integrating scannable audio technology into learning tools such as textbooks and study guides can enhance the learning experience for students. - [Handy Text Transferers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copy-paste): The Copy & Paste Device Scans Documents and Reprints Them in a Pinch (Category: Unique) Implication: The introduction of Copy & Paste devices poses disruptive innovation opportunities for photocopier manufacturers as it changes the way people collect and reproduce information. - [Memory-Retaining Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sheepdog): Sheepdog Creates a Device to Develop Long-Term Memory While You Sleep (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The development of memory-retaining wristbands opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the wearable technology industry. - [Treasure-Hunt Study Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chase-app): 'Brain Chase' is a Fun & Effective Way to Keep Kids Learning Over Summer (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The EdTech industry can benefit from creating educational gaming apps like Brain Chase to help support children's learning outside the classroom. - [Mind-Reading Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainwave-starter-kit): The Wireless Brainwave Starter Kit Helps Train Your Thoughts (Category: Tech) Implication: Innovations in mind-reading headsets can disrupt the consumer electronics market and open up new possibilities for wearable technology. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - 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