# Smart Football Stadiums Levi's Stadium Offers Football Fans a Connected, High-Tech Experience By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-stadium References: [intelfreepress](http://www.intelfreepress.com/news/49ers-bet-on-technology-to-boost-fan-experience/2426) & [levisstadium](http://www.levisstadium.com/) [Levi's Stadium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satisfy-x-levis) in Santa Clara, the new home of the [San Francisco 49ers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-disinfectant-product-partner), is a high-tech stadium that uses the latest in technology to enhance the spectator experience. At a time when ticket prices are rising and some fans prefer to take in a connected [NFL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-hawkeye) experience from the comfort of their own home, this stadium's high-tech offerings may be just what is required to draw fans back to stadiums. The stadium will boast a durable fiber backbone to which any current or future technology will be connected. State-of-the-art monitors will be located in every corner of the stadium, so fans won't ever have to miss a play while on their way to the bathroom or standing in line to grab a beer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Stadiums:** The trend of integrating technology into stadiums to enhance the spectator experience and draw fans back to live events. - **Smart Fan Engagement:** The trend of using state-of-the-art monitors and technology to ensure fans never miss a play and enhance their overall game day experience. - **High-tech Sports Venues:** The trend of building stadiums with a durable fiber backbone and advanced technology to cater to the increasing demand for connected NFL experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports and Entertainment:** The sports and entertainment industry can capitalize on the trend by investing in smart stadium solutions and enhancing fan engagement. - **Technology:** The technology industry has the opportunity to innovate and provide cutting-edge solutions and advancements for connected stadiums. - **Hospitality and Food Services:** The hospitality and food services industry can take advantage of the trend by offering a wide range of high-tech food and beverage options to enhance the stadium experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Curved Stadium Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-international-football-centre.md) - [Architectural Sports Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xian-international-football.md) - [Game-Changing Sports Fan Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telstra-touch-and-track.md) - [Automated Stadium Checkout Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aifi.md) - [Dynamic Modern Football Stadiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manchester-united-3.md) - [Sustainable Future Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-stadium.md) - [Assistive Stadium Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houston-dynamo-fc.md) - [Digital Brand-Made Arenas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fc-25.md) - [Skyline Sports Arenas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neom-sky-stadium.md)