# GPS Glasses The iPhone ARider is the Future of Navigation By Alexander Lam | Published 2009-09-23 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-arider References: [crunchgear](http://www.crunchgear.com/2009/09/22/iphone-arider-futuristic-iphone-based-hmd-navigation-system-video/) 30 years ago, people predicted that there would be flying cars, laser guns and advanced navigation systems in the future. Today, we have finally achieved one of those predictions with the iPhone ARider. The ARider allows the user to [navigate hands free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/need-for-speed-mini-map) with a [head mounted display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argus-ar). With the GPS features in the iPhone, all you have to do is move your head and the map will rotate with you. When mounted on a helmet, the ARider is the perfect tool to take along with you while [biking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet) as you will never get lost again. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **AR Navigation:** Opportunity for developing advanced navigation systems that utilize augmented reality technology to provide hands-free and immersive navigation experiences. - **Head-mounted Displays:** Potential for creating innovative head-mounted display devices that integrate GPS capabilities, offering users a novel and convenient way of accessing navigation information. - **Wearable GPS:** Emerging market for wearable devices specifically designed for GPS navigation, providing users with a seamless and intuitive way of exploring their surroundings. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity by combining GPS technology with wearable devices to enhance navigation capabilities in consumer electronics products. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the outdoor recreation industry by incorporating head-mounted GPS displays into products like helmets and gear, improving navigation experiences. - **Transportation:** Opportunity for integrating AR navigation systems into various transportation modes such as bicycles, motorcycles, and even automobiles to enhance safety and navigation convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [HUD-Equipped Smart Cyclist Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmo-vision.md) - [AR-Integrated Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoeigtair3.md) - [Aftermarket Helmet HUD Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulrs-headsup-display.md) - [Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-eyelights-gtair-3-smart.md) - [AR Driving Assistance Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherpa-2.md) - [AR-Enabled Ski Rescue Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argus-ar-helmet.md) - [Connected Motorbike Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connectedride-sunglasses.md) - [AR Vehicle Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-windshield.md) - [AR-Enabled Ski Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-goggles.md)