# Autonomous Underwater Drones The iBubble Drone Can Follow Scuba Divers and Film Video By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-04-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ibubble-underwater-drone References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/pictar-phone-camera-dock/42923/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ibubble-your-autonomous-underwater-camera) The iBubble is a spectacular underwater drone that is capable of autonomously following a [scuba diver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diverplus), tracking them and taking video and photo as they move around underwater. While many [aerial drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-pro) have a so-called 'Follow Me' mode that allows them to autonomously follow you and shoot video of you performing some outdoor activity, there are no underwater drones that are capable of doing this -- until now. The iBubble is equipped with sonar-based obstacle avoidance technologies that prevent it from running into underwater formations as well as marine life. It is also equipped with an object recognition system that makes it possible to visually identify and lock on to a target before following it. Ultimately, the iBubble underwater drone will enable divers and underwater exploration enthusiasts to take truly heart-stopping photos and video without losing their focus underwater. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Autonomous Underwater Drones:** The development of autonomous underwater drones will revolutionize the way we explore and gather information from the deep sea. - **Follow Me Mode:** Follow Me mode is a growing trend in the drone industry, and the iBubble underwater drone is a great example of how it can be applied in an underwater setting. - **Obstacle Avoidance Technologies:** Advancements in obstacle avoidance technologies will make underwater drone exploration more accessible and safer than ever before. ### Where This Applies - **Leisure & Tourism:** The iBubble underwater drone has the potential to change the game for underwater exploration and marine tourism. - **Underwater Exploration:** The development of intelligent underwater drones will revolutionize the way we gather data and explore the depths of the ocean. - **Film & Photography:** Autonomous underwater drones like the iBubble will provide new opportunities and challenges for film and photography professionals looking to capture stunning footage from underwater locations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [4K-Enabled Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4kenabled-underwater-drone.md) - [Danger-Embracing Underwater Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dangerembracing-underwater-drones.md) - [Agile Underwater Exploration Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youcan-robotics-oceaneye.md) - [Waterproof Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-aqua-drone.md) - [Underwater Productivity Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifish-v6-expert.md) - [Compact Autonomous Underwater Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-autonomous-underwater-vehicle.md) - [Miniature Underwater Drone Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bentix-underwater-drone.md) - [Autonomous Underwater Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-underwater-robot.md) - [Aquatic Shark-Inspired Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterborne-drone.md)