# Uber-Intelligent Thermometers The 'Kinsa Smart Thermometer' Simplifies Everyday Health Management By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-05-07 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinsa-smart-thermometer References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/05/thermometer-diagnosis-doctor.html) & [indiegogo](http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/kinsa-smart-thermometer-a-simple-tool-to-track-and-stop-the-spread-of-disease) Kinsa is revolutionizing the thermometer by bringing data analysis into the equation. The Kinsa Smart Thermometer connects to your phone to tell you more than just your temperature. By leveraging your phone's processing power, Kinsa gives you a [preliminary diagnosis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keikku) by telling you what might be keeping you down and possible steps to fix it. The Smart Thermometer also gives you the choice to keep track of your symptom history, call a nurse and schedule an appointment with your doctor. One amazing feature that Kinsa offers is a forecast of just how long you'll be sick. The Kinsa app that accompanies the thermometer also doubles as a monitor for [health in your community](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-family-healthcare). The app tracks the health level of those in your surrounding area and reports if you need to take extra precautions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Data-driven Health Monitoring:** The integration of data analysis into health monitoring devices like the Kinsa Smart Thermometer presents opportunities for personalized and proactive healthcare. - **Remote Healthcare Management:** By connecting to a smartphone, thermometers like the Kinsa Smart Thermometer enable remote monitoring and consultation, creating opportunities for virtual healthcare services. - **Community Health Tracking:** Health-tracking apps accompanying smart thermometers can provide real-time data on community health, facilitating targeted healthcare interventions and preventive measures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthtech:** The development of intelligent thermometers like the Kinsa Smart Thermometer opens up opportunities for technology-driven innovations in the healthcare industry. - **Telemedicine:** Smart thermometers that interface with smartphones offer potential disruptions in the telemedicine industry, allowing for remote consultations and monitoring. - **Public Health:** The integration of health-tracking apps with smart thermometers can facilitate more effective public health strategies, offering possibilities for improved disease surveillance and targeted interventions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contactless Smartphone Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempbuddy-smartphone-thermometer.md) - [Kinetically Powered Smart Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bcool-smart-thermometer.md) - [Smart Pet Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drpetcare-smart-thermometer.md) - [Wireless Smart Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-smart-thermometer.md) - [Instant At-Home Monitoring Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hormometer.md) - [Digital LED Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therm-c.md) - [Non-Contact Smart Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiitcheck.md) - [Toy-Like Duck-Inspired Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducky-thermometer.md) - [Holistic Health Smart Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korehealth-korescale.md)