# Vision Recording Eyewear The iON Goggles Can Capture Everything You See in Stunning HD By Wes Walcott | Published 2012-10-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ion-goggles References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5948513/these-goggles-film-your-daring-deeds-from-right-between-your-eyes) & [zealoptics](http://www.zealoptics.com/) Following in the footsteps of their Z3 GPS goggles, Zeal Optics has released the iON Goggles -- a pair of [high-tech eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hstn) that can quickly take photos and videos of anything you see. Zeal Optics has a habit of making some of the most [futuristic eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-flex-scape-gogglesunglasses-hybrid) around. The iON Goggles incorporate an [HD camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-max2) that not only lets wearers record hands-free 1080p video on the go, but also snap high-quality, 8 megapixel photos. It's the perfect gadget for extreme sports enthusiasts like mountain climbers and sky divers who witness breathtaking views but can't afford the time or break in concentration to pull out a traditional camera. According to the president of Zeal, “The ZEAL iON is a truly innovative product. Consumers have been waiting for a goggle like this to put technology easily at their fingertips. Our products allow our consumers to share their lives, passions, and experiences, while progressing the industry as a whole.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **HD Recording Eyewear:** The iON Goggles by Zeal Optics offer hands-free HD video and photo recording, paving the way for a new generation of wearable recording devices. - **Extreme Sports Technology:** The iON Goggles cater to extreme sports enthusiasts, presenting an opportunity for technology companies to develop innovative solutions that enhance the experience of adventure sports. - **Convenient Camera Integration:** The integration of a high-quality camera into eyewear like the iON Goggles opens up new possibilities for seamless and instant capturing of moments, creating potential for advancements in photography and videography. ### Where This Applies - **Eyewear:** The iON Goggles demonstrate the potential for eyewear companies to incorporate innovative technologies, such as built-in cameras, to enhance the functionality of their products. - **Wearable Technology:** The iON Goggles showcase the potential for wearable technology in the sports and outdoor industry, creating opportunities for companies to develop and market innovative devices. - **Action Sports Equipment:** The iON Goggles present a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the action sports equipment industry to develop integrated camera solutions that enhance the user experience and capture stunning content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Attachable Eyewear Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-video-camera.md) - [Connected Snow Sport Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rekkie-smart-snow-goggles.md) - [Adaptive Electrochromic Lens Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-snow-goggle.md) - [Intelligent Athletic Eyewear Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-meta-vanguard.md) - [AR-Enabled Ski Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-goggles.md) - [Real-Time Performance-Tracking Eyewear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-eyewear1.md) - [Collaborative AI-Powered Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-ai-glasses.md) - [AI-Powered Smart Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hstn.md) - [Futuristic Winter Sport Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-flex-scape-gogglesunglasses-hybrid.md)