# Gaze-Tracking Content Controllers This Eye Drop Allows Users to Drag Files Using Only Their Sight By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-02-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-drop References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/02/drag-files-eyes.html) & [jaysonturner](http://jaysonturner.com/turnerj_mum_2013.pdf) The Eye Drop is far from the de-reddening many use for irritated pupils. This Eye Drop allows users to transfer and direct content on their screens using only [eye movements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-platforms). A team at Lancaster University in the United Kingdom created the technology and it appears to be a true time-saving option. The device won't work completely without touch as the user has to click on the content that they want to move initially but after that, it is all [hands-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prolo-ring). The Eye Drop won't work with only things on the same screen either as anything that is connected wirelessly will be subject to it. What this means is if someone wants to move music from their computer to their phone they can do it just by looking at it, so long as there's a [Bluetooth connection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-id360-touchstone). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 35% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eye-movement Interaction:** The Eye Drop technology demonstrates the trend of eye-movement interaction, allowing for hands-free control and navigation of digital content. - **Gesture-based Input:** The Eye Drop showcases the trend of gesture-based input, enabling users to drag and transfer files using eye movements as a form of interaction. - **Wireless Connectivity:** The Eye Drop highlights the trend of wireless connectivity, as it can transfer content wirelessly between devices by utilizing Bluetooth technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Augmented Reality:** The Eye Drop technology presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the augmented reality industry, enabling more natural and immersive digital interactions through eye movements. - **Healthcare:** The Eye Drop device could bring disruptive innovations to the healthcare industry by providing more accessible and efficient control interfaces for individuals with physical limitations. - **Electronics and Gadgets:** The Eye Drop offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the electronics and gadgets industry, as it introduces a unique and intuitive method of controlling and transferring digital content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eye-Tracking Technology Functions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-features.md) - [Consolidated Eye-Tracking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-platform.md) - [Eye-Tracking Device Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-solution.md) - [Gesture-Controlled Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-touch.md) - [Eye-Tracking Privacy Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/privacy-apps.md) - [Touchless Interaction Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantomy-software.md) - [AR-Powered Eye Training Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyes-amblyopia-trainer.md) - [Tongue-Controlled Digital Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-interfaces.md) - [Eye-Directional Streaming Softwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-contact.md)