# Automated Moment-Capturing Cameras The Canon PowerShot Pick Uses AI to Automatically Record By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-02-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canon-powershot-pick References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/canon-powershot-pick-ai-camera-autonomous-recording-capture/) & [makuake](https://www.makuake.com/project/powershotpick/) The Canon PowerShot Pick is an [automated camera unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gency-pb) designed for users who are in search of a way to help streamline their photography capabilities and ensure that an important moment is never missed. The unit works by being set up on a surface and will immediately start to scan the room before utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to capture moments it deems as photo or video-worthy. This will enable it to make choices on its own to prevent users from needing to pull out their smartphone or camera equipment every time they want to capture a moment. The Canon PowerShot Pick works with the [accompanying smartphone app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelshot) to let users manage all of the content it captures for easy sharing and backing up. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Automated Moment-capturing Cameras:** The trend of AI-powered automated cameras that capture moments and streamline photography capabilities is on the rise. - **Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology in Photography:** The integration of AI technology in the photography industry is disrupting traditional photography equipment by automating the process. - **Smartphone Companion Apps for Automated Cameras:** The trend of automated cameras that work alongside smartphone apps to allow for easy managing, sharing, and backing up of captured content is becoming more popular. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** The photography industry has the potential to discover disruptive innovation opportunities by utilizing AI technology to create automated cameras that enhance user experience. - **Smart Home Devices:** The smart home industry can capitalize on the trend of automated cameras that capture moments and integrate with companion apps to streamline and simplify household tasks. - **Technology:** The trend of AI-powered automated cameras and incorporating companion apps for managing the captured content has the potential to disrupt the traditional photography market and revolutionize the technology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Camera Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arsenal-2.md) - [AI-Powered Mirrorless Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fullframe-camera.md) - [Futuristic AI Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-camera-concept.md) - [Anticipating Camera Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recordback-precatch-camera.md) - [AI-Powered Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alice-camera.md) - [Minimal Portable Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powershot-v10.md) - [AI Photography Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gency-pb.md) - [Video-Focused Integrated Cooling Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canon-powershot-v1.md) - [AI-Enabled Mirrorless Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caira-camera.md)