# Focus-Enhancing Headsets The 'Foc.us' Headset Electrifies Your Brain to Increase Focus By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-05-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focus-headset References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2013/05/17/focus-headset-tdcs/) & [order.foc.us](http://order.foc.us/) Using transcranial direct-current stimulation (tDCS), the 'Foc.us' headset claims to boost your cognitive abilities through neurostimulation. Built by [Focus Labs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mikra), the headsets send a low current into your brain to improve your concentration. By stimulating your prefrontal cortex, the tDCS technology increases cognitive performance. Branded as a headset for gamers, the 'foc.us' is claimed to be able to "overclock your brain" and "make your synapses fire faster." By making your synapses work faster, your brain should work faster and thus increase your gaming performance. The device comes with a mobile app for the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftwave-pro), [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refocus-on-iphone) and iPod touch. Through Bluetooth technology, the app allows you to control the 'Foc.us.' The app controls the length of time and intensity of your brain electro-massaging session. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transcranial Direct-current Stimulation (tdcs):** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new applications for tDCS in fields such as education and healthcare to enhance cognitive abilities. - **Neurostimulation Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing innovative devices that utilize neurostimulation to improve concentration and cognitive performance in various industries. - **Brain Electro-massaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating new ways to electronically massage the brain for enhanced focus and productivity in work and leisure activities. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating neurostimulation technology in gaming accessories to enhance players' cognitive abilities and improve gaming performance. - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implementing tDCS technology in educational tools to improve concentration and enhance learning outcomes for students. - **Healthcare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilizing neurostimulation devices in healthcare settings to assist in cognitive rehabilitation and boost overall cognitive function. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Relaxing Brain-Stimulating Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepisol.md) - [Brainwave-Connected Tech Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myndplay-myndhub.md) - [AI-Powered Sleep Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frenz-brainband.md) - [Brain Stimulation Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mave.md) - [Gamified Brain-Boosting Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-muse-s-athena.md) - [Focus-Enhancing Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainblink.md) - [Brain-Interfacing Gaming Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperx-eeg-headset.md) - [Neurotechnology Gaming Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurable-x-hyperx.md) - [Electric Brain Stimulation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roga-1.md)