# Revolutionary Bionic Hands Touch Bionics Unveil 'i-LIMB Pulse' Bluetooth-Accesorized Prosthesis By Allison Love | Published 2010-05-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-limb-pulse References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2010/05/touch_bionics_rolls_out_i-limb_pulse.html) & [touchbionics](http://www.touchbionics.com/) The i-LIMB Pulse is a newer, more advanced version of the original i-LIMB Hand previously featured at Trend Hunter. The tech-savvy additions to the i-LIMB Pulse include a [stronger pulsing grip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleev-1) and new aluminum features for improved strength. The i-LIMB Pulse also includes the addition of [Bluetooth-enabled BioSim software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband), which allows for the prosthesis to choose programs and controls. The i-LIMB Hand and Pulse are revolutionary additions to [prosthesis technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ffate) and should prove to be huge advantages for those who need them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Revolutionary Prosthesis Tech:** The development of advanced and tech-savvy prosthetic limbs with additional features like Bluetooth capability create disruptive innovation opportunities for the field of healthcare and medical technology. - **Bionic Hand Advancements:** Continued advancements in bionic hand technology, such as stronger pulsing grips and improved strength, offer disruptive innovation opportunities for companies operating within the medical device industry. - **Personalized Prosthetic Solutions:** The customization and personalization of affordable prosthetic solutions offers disruptive innovation opportunities for startups and companies operating within the healthcare industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can further explore the integration of advanced technology in the field of prosthetics in order to provide more affordable and innovative solutions to assist people with disabilities. - **Medical Technology:** Companies working in the medical technology sector can anticipate and develop products with cutting-edge prosthetic technology that are usable and affordable for a wider range of people. - **Startup Companies:** Startups in the field of prosthetics can focus their efforts on creating customized prosthetic devices that meet the specific needs of different individuals and provide affordable and life-changing solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Prosthetic Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-prosthetic-arm.md) - [Mind-Controlled Artificial Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-prosthetic-arm.md) - [Bionic Knee Prostheses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/httpswwwmediamitedu.md) - [Robotic Hand Assistance Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bioservo-carbonhand.md) - [Affordable 3D-Printed Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunet.md) - [Enhanced Thumb Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/third-thumb.md) - [Hand-Tracking Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palmplug.md) - [Reversible Robotic Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reversible-robotic-hand.md) - [Wearable Robotic Limb Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jizai-arms.md)