# Smart Motorcycle Helmets The iC-R Features Futuristic Functionality and a Slick Design By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-06-30 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icr References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/intelligent-cranium-helmet-ic-r/38165/) & [news.unchealthcare.org](http://news.unchealthcare.org/news/2015/june/smart-insulin-patch-could-replace-painful-injections-for-diabetes) The Intelligent Cranium iC-R is a [motorcycle helmet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-motorcycle-helmet) that brings together an audaciously futuristic design concept along with some seriously high-tech features. This is a helmet packed with insane technology including a pair of full-color LED heads-up displays, two [rear-facing cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Camera-Intercom), [built-in Bluetooth communication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poc-obex-connect-helmet) and phone connectivity. In addition to these already-impressive toys, the iC-R also offers voice control, LiDAR rear-ended collision warnings as well as an electronically controlled LCD visor that can tint itself dark at the simple touch of a button. Of course, you might reasonably opine that a helmet filled with such awesome features would constantly run out of battery life. Well this is why the camera features a solar panel built on top of it. This incredible suite of features could be offered for a projected retail price of only $1600. Currently the subject of an Indiegogo campaign, the iC-R, if it comes to market, will surely be the most high-tech smart helmet to date. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Motorcycle Helmets:** Motorcycle companies can invest in incorporating high-tech features like Heads-up Display (HUD), Rear-facing Cameras, and LiDAR into helmets to provide a more immersive and safe experience. - **Solar-powered Wearable Technology:** Incorporating solar panels into wearable technology, similar to the Intelligent Cranium iC-R, could pave the way for new innovative products in the wearable industry. - **Voice-controlled Devices:** Voice-controlled wearables, like the voice-centric features of the iC-R helmet, can be developed to improve accessibility and productivity for people with disabilities and professionals alike. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Motorcycle manufacturers can leverage smart helmet technology to improve rider safety and offer a competitive edge in the market. - **Wearable Technology:** Developers of wearable technology can explore incorporating features like Heads-up Displays, rear-facing cameras and LiDAR into their products for a more immersive and safe experience. - **Solar Energy:** The solar-powered features of the Intelligent Cranium iC-R helmet showcase the potential for further development of solar-powered technology in various industries such as wearables and transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Camera-Equipped Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forcite-mk1s-smart-helmet.md) - [Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-eyelights-gtair-3-smart.md) - [Camera-Equipped Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yashica-x-im-back-virtusx1.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardo-systems.md) - [Camera-Equipped Smart Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relee-m1-helmet.md) - [AR-Integrated Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoeigtair3.md) - [Connected Cyclist Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-1-faro-smart-helmet.md) - [Fully-Integrated Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-phantom.md) - [Aftermarket Helmet HUD Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulrs-headsup-display.md)