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Tech
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Trend cluster
Category
Tactile Tech
(UPDATE)
Touch technology moves from phones & computers to everyday items.
4.9
Trend score
Trend
What is the Tactile Tech (UPDATE) trend?
Tactile Tech (UPDATE): Phones, computers and tablets have been invaded by touch technology, but not until recently has this feature made its way into the design of other types of products. Offering convenience and sleek design, touch-activated watches, measuring tools and even vehicles are joining the tactile crusade. This rise in “touchnology” shows how new technological features and functions can never be discounted from other industries and products—no matter how far removed.
Trend themes
Themes within the Tactile Tech (UPDATE) trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Rise of Touchnology
Touch technology is expanding beyond phones and computers, and making its way into everyday items such as watches and measuring tools.
02
Interactive Touch Displays
Innovative creations such as MIT Media Lab's Recompose are disrupting the conventional touchscreen technology by providing tactile feedback.
03
Tactile Innovation for the Visually Impaired
Innovators are enhancing the independence and mobility of the visually impaired by providing tactile clocks, watches, and other devices.
Industry implications
What the Tactile Tech (UPDATE) trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Consumer Electronics
Tech companies can explore further expansion of touch technology in various products beyond smartphones and computers.
For
Assistive Technology
Innovators can develop tactile devices and accessories to benefit the visually impaired and people with disabilities.
For
Fashion and Wearable Technology
Designers can incorporate tactile technology into wearable accessories to create unique and interactive fashion pieces.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Tactile Tech (UPDATE)
Trend score 4.9 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 63%, freshness 8%.
Popularity75%
Activity63%
Freshness8%
Audience
70%Men
30%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Tactile Tech (UPDATE) trend
7 featured examples from Sep 14, 2010 to Jun 22, 2011CategoryLifestyle
Sensational Tactile Timepieces
The Rub. Feel. Know Watch Gives You a Sense of the Hour
Watchmakers can tap into the assistive technology trend by exploring tactile timepieces to create innovative and inclusive products.
CategoryTech
Pliable Film Smartphones
The PaperPhone Promotes a Different Twist on Tactile Tech Interaction
The mobile technology industry could benefit from developments in pliable film displays and programmable bend gestures.
CategoryAutos
Touchscreen Motor Homes
Habitat+ from Teo Song Wei is Perfect for Tech-Head Outdoorsmen
Introducing touchscreen technology to vehicles is a possible disruptive innovation opportunity.
CategoryTech
Tactile Timekeepers
The Haptica Braille Watch Indicates the Hour to Your Fingertips
Opportunity for wearable tech companies to develop accessible products
CategoryTech
Magical Touch Displays
Recompose by Mit Media Lab Represents a Bold New Touchscreen Future
The consumer electronics industry can harness the potential of interactive display tiles, like the Recompose by MIT Media Lab, to create novel and immersive user experiences in th…
CategoryTech
Tactile Measuring Tools
The Smart Finger Measurement Device Digitizes Human Approximations
The measurement tools industry can explore new market opportunities by incorporating smart finger measurement devices and digital approximation tools.
CategoryUnique
Interactive Cranial Instruments
Touch-Sensitive MIDI Music Hats Are a Bizarre Way to Play Songs
The fashion industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of integrating interactive and tactile elements into their designs.
