# Prescription-Scanning Apps GlassesUSA.com's App Makes Buying Glasses Online Easier & Trustworthy By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-06-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buying-glasses-online References: [glassesusa](https://www.glassesusa.com/?irgwc=1&clickid=wcRVquyeawBBTPz01uzyk2xRUkjTqDV1Q0qBXU0&utm_campaign=st-lp1033&utm_medium=1st) The act of buying glasses online is always filled with a certain uneasiness since consumers do not have the product in their hands. In addition, individuals who need glasses often neglect to go to the eye doctor for their annual check-up. GlassesUSA.com attempts to solve this problem with a new ground-breaking patented technology that fuels its [Prescription Scanner application](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightspeed-scanner). To conduct the [at-home check-up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-bot-kiosks), consumers require their smartphone, a magnetic card, a computer and their glasses. After accessing the GlassesUSA.com website to download the app, individuals are prompted to sync their devices and undergo a process to calibrate sizing and distance. Following are a few voice-guided steps during which the consumer scans the current lenses and then takes a selfie. Everything is explained in detail in the company's tutorial video. The prescription is sent to the e-mail and individuals can comfortably engage with browsing and buying glasses online. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **At-home Eye Exams:** The trend of at-home eye exams enables consumers to conveniently check their prescription and purchase glasses online. - **Prescription-scanning Apps:** Prescription-scanning apps like GlassesUSA.com's App are revolutionizing the online glasses buying experience by enhancing trust and accuracy. - **Virtual Eyewear Fitting:** Virtual eyewear fitting technologies, such as the one utilized by GlassesUSA.com, offer customers a way to try on glasses online and find the perfect fit. ### Who This Affects Most - **E-commerce:** Prescription-scanning apps are disrupting the e-commerce industry, specifically in the eyewear sector, by addressing customer concerns about buying glasses online. - **Telehealth:** The trend of at-home eye exams and prescription-scanning apps contribute to the growth of telehealth, allowing individuals to remotely monitor their vision health. - **Augmented Reality:** The adoption of virtual eyewear fitting tools represents an opportunity for the augmented reality industry to enhance the online shopping experience across various sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prescription-On-Demand Eyewear Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prescription-on-demand.md) - [Ocular Disease-Detecting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clearly-vision.md) - [Expedited Eyewear Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextday-glasses.md) - [Accessible Eye Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-health-app.md) - [Optician-Focused AI Retail Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opticianai.md) - [Ultra-Efficient Vision Care Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-care.md) - [AI-Powered Eyewear Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucyd-app.md) - [Stylish Retailer Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-framery.md) - [Reading Glasses Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clarity-kit.md)