# Device-Charging Heated Jackets 8K's App-Controlled Heated Apparel Now Also Charges Smartphones By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-09-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-apparel References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/8k-redefines-heat-on-demand-apparel-with-next-generation-outerwear-that-offers-on-the-go-smartphone-charging-860343031.html) & [8kflexwarm](http://www.8kflexwarm.com/) App-controlled heated apparel maker 8K recently introduced a next-gen collection of outerwear that boasts the ability to keep one's smartphone conveniently charged. The products for men and women take the form of [vests and jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-csc1938-dually-mountain-outerchange) that use a power bank to provide up to six hours of warmth, which is ideal for those who love spending time outdoors even as the weather gets colder—and since the outerwear also allows one to easily [charge their smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-batterycharging-device), the designs will also appeal to those who like to stay connected. The new heated apparel from 8K in black and navy was created to reach temperatures of 122 Fahrenheit in just 360 seconds and gives wearers complete control of their desired comfort level via the accompanying smartphone app. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **App-controlled Heated Apparel:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create more advanced and customizable app-controlled heated apparel. - **Smartphone-charging Outerwear:** A disruptive innovation opportunity lies in developing outerwear that can charge smartphones while providing warmth. - **Power Bank-integrated Clothing:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to integrate power banks into various types of clothing for portable charging. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Apparel:** The outdoor apparel industry can explore the creation of heated garments with smartphone-charging capabilities. - **Mobile Technology:** The mobile technology industry can explore the integration of charging technology into wearable products like jackets and vests. - **Portable Power Banks:** The portable power bank industry can collaborate with clothing brands to develop power bank-integrated garments for added convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Technical Smart Heated Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x1-smart-heated-vest.md) - [On-Demand Heated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uze-heated.md) - [Advanced Technology Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoona-heated-jacket.md) - [Ergonomic Battery-Heated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battery-heated-jacket-heated-jacket-puffer-heated-jacket.md) - [Graphene-Infused Heated Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uze-heated-jacket.md) - [Intelligent Graphene Heating Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatou-vest.md) - [Pro-Grade Heated Ski Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-ski-jacket.md) - [Warming Power Bank Keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wb-battery-powered-hand-warmer.md) - [Holiday-Ready Heated Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-apparel-collection.md)