# Wheelchair Handling Apps The 'iPortal' System Keeps You In-the-Know and On-the-Go By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-09-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iportal-system References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2010/09/27/iportal-iphone-based-display-interface-for-powered-wheelchairs/) & [dynamiccontrols](http://www.dynamiccontrols.com/iportal/) Originally launched last year, the 'iPortal' system is a dashboard application for the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app) or [iPod Touch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ppsspp-ios), designed for the support of people with physical disabilities. Dynamic Controls has recently made some upgrades to the program that makes it even more user-friendly. With built-in Bluetooth technology, the 'iPortal' system gives its user the ability to monitor his wheelchair's speed, battery life and the seat's position. Complete with an emergency contact button, power-chair event logging and all of the usual iPhone capabilities, the new 'iPortal' System is now souped up with a joystick for those with minimal use of their arms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 73% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wheelchair Tracking Technology:** There is an opportunity to develop wheelchair tracking systems that enable remote tracking and real-time assistance for wheelchair users. - **Robotic Wheelchairs:** There is an opportunity to develop automated robotic wheelchairs that can operate without manual intervention and assist users with physical disabilities. - **Augmented Reality for Wheelchair Users:** There is an opportunity to develop augmented reality applications that can provide wheelchair users with information on the accessibility of locations and assist with navigation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare Industry:** The healthcare industry can explore the development of innovative technologies to improve the quality of life for people with physical disabilities. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry can leverage the power of emerging technologies to create innovative products and services that cater to the needs of people with physical disabilities. - **Transportation Industry:** The transportation industry can develop innovative products and services that cater to the special needs of people with physical disabilities and provide them with efficient and seamless transportation options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Watch Wheelchair Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-mode.md) - [Consolidated Eye-Tracking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-platform.md) - [Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-hand-cycle.md) - [Adaptive Wheelchair Cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kalogon-orbiter.md) - [Assistive Manual Wheelchair Add-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manual-wheelchair.md) - [Robotic Movement-Interpreting Wheelchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-unione.md) - [Autonomous Airport Mobility Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whill-is.md) - [Two-in-One Senior Mobility Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-wheelchair.md) - [Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-wheelchair.md)