# Cellphone Breathalyzer By Trendopoly | Published 2007-02-15 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cellphone-breathalyzer References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/) & [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/cellphones/alcmobile-keeps-alchies-from-getting-behind-the-wheel-224764.php) As if today's [cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidephone-sp01) don't already have enough features, Japan has gone ahead and added one more. DoCoMo has a new model that is a breathalyzer and cellphone combined. Initially marketed to larger limousine and cab companies to monitor their employees [alcohol levels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soberly) before they hit the road, the history of technology tells us that a trendy personal model can't be far behind! **Implications** - It is a smart move to check the drivers of public transit because being intoxicated on the job could lead to serious trouble and even the death of passengers. When a person blows into the breathalyzer it sends the results to their company as well as their location and a picture of their face. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Combination Devices:** The trend of combining multiple functionalities into a single device opens up opportunities for innovative and convenient solutions. - **Personal Breathalyzers:** The growing demand for personal breathalyzers indicates a potential market for individuals to monitor their alcohol levels for safety and health reasons. - **Intelligent Monitoring Systems:** The integration of technology for real-time monitoring and reporting offers disruptive innovation potential in various industries, including transportation and employee management. ### Who This Affects Most - **Transportation:** Implementing breathalyzer technology in transportation industries can enhance safety measures and prevent accidents caused by intoxicated drivers. - **Consumer Electronics:** The incorporation of breathalyzer features into personal smart devices presents opportunities for consumer electronics companies to tap into the health and safety-conscious market segment. - **Workplace Safety:** Developing intelligent monitoring systems that combine breathalyzer technology with location tracking and facial recognition can revolutionize employee safety protocols across various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alcohol-Monitoring Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholmonitoring-bracelet.md) - [Virus-Detecting Breathalyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-breathalyzer.md) - [Drunk Driving Detection Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-driving-detection.md) - [Revolutionary Alcohol Detection Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcohol-detection-software.md) - [Portable Methanol Analytical Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analytical-device.md) - [Connected Runner Breath Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-breath-analyzer.md) - [Noninvasive Breathing Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-breath-analysis.md) - [Intoxication-Indicating AI Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunkdriving-detection.md) - [Impaired Judgment Phone Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drunk-mode-locker.md)