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# Eye-Tracking Remote Controls
Comcast's Eye-Tracking Software Supports People with Disabilities

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-06-17 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-remote-controls
References: [fastcompany](https://www.fastcompany.com/90364476/comcast-unveils-a-remote-for-changing-channels-with-your-eyes) & [businesscast](https://business.comcast.com/)

[Comcast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xumo) recently introduced a new kind of eye-tracking remote control software that has the potential to help millions of people with physical disabilities. The eye-enabled remote system was specifically developed for those with ALS or muscular dystrophy, and addresses a common problem for many—Jimmy Curran, a Philadelphia-based research analyst and author who has spinal muscular atrophy, was one of the first people to try the innovation from Comcast, noting: When I have company, we’ll be watching something. And then when they leave, I’m stuck watching whatever has been left on the TV.”

The new eye-tracking remote control from Comcast introduces an easy-to-use interface with a tracker that can be plugged into a tablet or a computer with a USB port. From there, [Xfinity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comcast-xfinity-low-latency) customers can access their account through a web page and launches the on-screen remote interface.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 26% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Eye-tracking Technology:** Eye-tracking remote control software presents opportunities for developing new technologies that enhance accessibility for people with disabilities.
- **Assistive Technology:** The development of eye-enabled remote systems opens up possibilities for creating innovative assistive technologies for individuals with ALS or muscular dystrophy.
- **User Interface Design:** The easy-to-use interface of eye-tracking remote controls encourages further exploration of user-friendly interface designs for various devices and applications.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Telecommunications:** The introduction of eye-tracking technology in remote controls presents opportunities for telecommunications companies to enhance accessibility and inclusivity in their products and services.
- **Healthcare:** The development of assistive technologies using eye-tracking technology opens up new avenues for innovation within the healthcare industry to improve the quality of life for individuals with physical disabilities.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The integration of eye-tracking capabilities into user interfaces creates disruptive innovation opportunities for consumer electronics manufacturers to develop more intuitive and accessible products.

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