# Thermal-Image Smartphone Add-Ons FLIR Announced the Launch of Its New 'FLIR One Edge Pro' By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-11-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flir-one-edge-pro References: [gizmodo](https://gizmodo.com/flirs-thermal-camera-now-works-with-any-mobile-device-1849736856) & [flir](https://www.flir.ca/)  Consumer electronics brand FLIR has announced the launch of its newest [thermal imaging smartphone add-on](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-imaging-innovation), the 'FLIR One Edge Pro.' In many respects, the new product is quite similar to the brand's original heat-sensing [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miops-spark) product. However, this version does not require a physical connection to users' phones to work, and it is also compatible with both Androids and [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stage-powergrip). Essentially, the product allows users to upgrade their smartphone to include thermal image sensing. In addition, the 'FLIR One Edge Pro' boasts a highly self-contained design; instead of attaching to a phone or tablet's charging port, it fastens utilizing an adjustable spring-loaded clamping mechanism. Interested consumers can purchase the new FLIR One Edge Pro online through the company's website. Image Credit: FLIR ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 13% - 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) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Thermal Imaging Smartphone Add-ons:** The trend of thermal imaging smartphone add-ons offers opportunities for companies to innovate by creating more versatile and user-friendly designs. - **Self-contained Thermal Imaging Devices:** The trend of self-contained thermal imaging devices poses opportunities for product designers to create standalone devices with a variety of use cases. - **Smartphone Accessories for Specialized Applications:** The trend of specialized smartphone accessories creates opportunities for manufacturers to develop innovative products that enhance the capabilities of mobile devices. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can innovate by developing more affordable and user-friendly thermal imaging smartphone add-ons to tap into the growing market. - **Security and Surveillance:** The security and surveillance industry can benefit from self-contained thermal imaging devices by creating more effective and efficient monitoring solutions with versatile mounting options. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can leverage specialized smartphone accessories to create innovative tools for detecting illnesses, assessing conditions, and monitoring patients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Thermal Imaging Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-thermal-imaging-camera.md) - [Thermal Monocular-Designed Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-monoculardesigned-smartphone.md) - [App-Driven Thermal Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flir-ixx.md) - [Connected Infrared Camera Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flir-e8-pro.md) - [Thermographic Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glory-g1s.md) - [Durable Field Professional Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulefone-armor-27t-pro.md) - [Pro-Grade Thermal Imaging Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infrared-thermal-camera.md) - [Advanced Heat-Detecting Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-monocular1.md) - [Contactless Smartphone Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempbuddy-smartphone-thermometer.md)