# Smartphone Air Quality Sensors The 'INHALE' Air Quality Sensor is Designed for the Moto Z By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-quality-sensors References: [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/inhale-make-air-visible-personal-healthy) The level of pollution that we're surrounded by is increasing more and more each day, so the 'INHALE' air quality sensors are designed as a way of keeping track of what you're potentially breathing in. The 'INHALE' is designed as a modification for the [Moto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moto-buds-2) Z smartphone and works by being affixed onto the rear of the device. When used, the 'INHALE' sensor will instantly go to work to offer [real-time air quality readings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-air-monitoring) that are hyper-specific to where you are and the conditions you are presently being exposed to. The 'INHALE' air quality sensors work with an [accompanying smartphone app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pollen-wise) that enables users to visualize the various data points that the device captures and help to predict air quality up to 48 hours ahead of time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Real-time Air Quality Monitoring:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced sensors and apps for real-time monitoring of air quality to help individuals make informed decisions and take necessary precautions. - **Hyper-specific Data Visualization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create user-friendly apps that visually present hyper-specific air quality data in a way that is easy to understand and act upon. - **Predictive Air Quality Analytics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leverage machine learning and data analytics to develop predictive models that forecast air quality up to 48 hours in advance for better planning and preventive measures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Environmental Monitoring:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate air quality sensors into wearable tech, smart home devices, and public infrastructure for comprehensive environmental monitoring solutions. - **Mobile Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with smartphone manufacturers to integrate built-in air quality sensors and develop accompanying apps for personalized environmental tracking on-the-go. - **Health and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with healthcare providers and fitness companies to utilize real-time air quality data in developing personalized wellness plans and optimizing indoor environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Air Quality Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iaq-air-quality-monitor.md) - [Indoor Air-Analyzing Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-smart-air-quality-monitor.md) - [Environment Monitor Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sense1.md) - [Preventative Air Quality Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nooku-air-quality-monitor.md) - [Personal Air Quality Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airnotis.md) - [Insightful Air Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrier-air-monitor.md) - [Seven Sensor Air Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airthings-view-plus.md) - [Air Quality-Tracking Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zos-smartwatch-concept.md) - [Affordable Industrial-Grade Air Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrialgrade-air-monitors.md)