Gesture-Control Vehicles

The BMW i8 Spyder Concept Will Be at CES 2016 and Feature AirTouch

The integration of technology with automobiles is converging to be more symbiotic in nature as is seen with the BMW i8 Spyder Concept that will unveil this year at CES 2016. Aside from the sculpted good looks, the BMW i8 Spyder Concept vehicle will feature AirTouch technology that would enable drivers to control certain features via gesture rather than pressing a series of buttons or using their voice.

AirTouch within the vehicle is essentially an updated version of the BMW brand's Gesture Control System that's currently found in BMW 7 Series vehicles.

The incorporation of AirTouch within the BMW i8 Spyder Concept would enable drivers to simply press a button and perform a safe gesture in order to keep eyes and concentration on the road.

Gesture-control Technology
The integration of gesture-control technology in vehicles presents an opportunity for innovative and intuitive user experiences.
Symbiotic Automobile Technology
The convergence of technology and automobiles allows for seamless integration and enhanced functionality.
Updated Gesture Control Systems
The advancement of gesture control systems in vehicles offers a more convenient and safer way for drivers to interact with their cars.

Industries Being Reshaped

Automotive Industry
The automotive industry has the potential to leverage gesture-control technology to create vehicles with improved safety and user experiences.
Consumer Electronics Industry
The consumer electronics industry can explore partnerships with automotive manufacturers to integrate gesture-control technology into their products.
Human-computer Interaction Industry
The human-computer interaction industry can innovate and develop new gesture recognition technologies for seamless integration in vehicles.
SCORE
4.2 out of 10
GENDER
90% Men10% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 60%
Activity 57%
Freshness 8%

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