# Connected Smart Gloves The Glovdi Helps Skiers and Bikers Enjoy Improved Smartphone Connectivity By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-06-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Glovdi-smart-glove References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/glovdi-smartphone-glove/43686/) & [glovdi](http://www.glovdi.com/) The Glovdi is an innovative and ingenious new smart glove, developed by a UK-based startup, that is designed to replace your phone by virtue of its massive screen. This particular smart glove isn't intended to replace smartphones and smart watches for day-to-day use, but is rather targeted towards athletes who need an easily accessible screen on environments ranging from city streets to ski slopes. The smart glove is equipped with a large circular screen and a [smartwatch interface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rogbid-fusion). Its features include all the typical smartphone offerings such as cellular connectivity, GPS, fitness tracking and a camera -- all built into a glove form factor. The Glovdi smart glove will appeal to niche athletes such as [bikers and skiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-handlebar) who need an easy way to stay connected while indulging in their activity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Wearable Technology:** The Glovdi represents the growing trend of integrating technology into wearable garments for enhanced functionality. - **Sport-specific Technology:** The development of smart gloves like the Glovdi demonstrates a trend towards creating specialized tech solutions for athletes and sports enthusiasts. - **Alternative Device Interfaces:** The Glovdi's innovative design highlights the trend of exploring unconventional device interfaces beyond traditional smartphones and smartwatches. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports and Recreation:** The sports and recreation industry stands to benefit from the proliferation of specialized smart gadgets like the Glovdi, which cater to the unique needs of athletes. - **Wearable Technology:** The Glovdi exemplifies the ongoing expansion of the wearable technology industry, offering new opportunities for innovation and market growth. - **Consumer Electronics:** The development of smart gloves and similar products presents disruptive innovation potential within the consumer electronics industry, diversifying the options available for tech-savvy individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Running Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weather-glove.md) - [Connected Snow Sport Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rekkie-smart-snow-goggles.md) - [Membrane-Equipped VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diver-x.md) - [Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-control-wearable-remote.md) - [Tactile VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactglove.md) - [Massaging Hand Healthcare Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitdema-glove.md) - [Haptic VR Controller Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/senseglove-nova-2.md) - [Haptic Feedback VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptx-g1.md) - [Real-Time Performance-Tracking Eyewear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-eyewear1.md)