# Handheld 3D Scanners This 3D Scanner is Both Conveiennt and Affordable By David Ingram | Published 2015-09-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-scanners References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/xyz-handheld-scanner-ifa-2015/39327/) & [xyzprinting](http://www.xyzprinting.com/eu_en/NewsContent/264) With [3D printing's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-3d-printers) climbing rise to popularity, it's refreshing to see that XYZ Printing has introduced an easy-to-use and highly affordable addition to the world of 3D scanners. This simple and portable device is able to easily scan and create full-color 3D models of almost anything a user desires. Unlike other 3D scanners on the market, XYZ's 'Handheld 3D Scanner' can be operated using only one hand and weighs in at only a half pound. It can also be attached to the back of tablets, computers and any other devices using a USB connection. Costing only $222, this bargain 3D scanner is powered by [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-3d-one) RealSense technology, allowing for any object to quickly and easily be scanned, uploaded and eventually sent off to a printer in little time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Portable 3D Scanning:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing more advanced and portable 3D scanning devices. - **Affordable 3D Scanners:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating even more affordable 3D scanning solutions. - **Integration with Mobile Devices:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in integrating 3D scanning technology into mobile devices for convenience and ease of use. ### Where This Applies - **Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in using handheld 3D scanners to streamline and improve the manufacturing process. - **Architecture and Engineering:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in using affordable handheld 3D scanners to enhance architectural and engineering design processes. - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in incorporating handheld 3D scanners into educational settings to promote creativity and hands-on learning. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Sized 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspire-3d-scanner.md) - [Full Color 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascand-laser-scanner.md) - [Hyper-Precise 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-range.md) - [Revolutionary 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolutionary-3d-scanner.md) - [Display-Equipped 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-miraco.md) - [Boundless Handheld 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-range-2.md) - [Precision 3D Scanner Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprecision-3d-scanner.md) - [Revamped Affordable 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-mini-3d.md) - [Industrial-Grade Blue Light Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-mini.md)