# Gesture-Controlled Dashboards Mercedes-Benz DICE Concept Detects Hand Motions By Katherinev123 | Published 2012-01-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-dice References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/mercedes-benz-introduce-gestural-controls-dice-concept.html) & [autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2012/01/12/mercedes-benz-dice-concept-brings-gesture-controls-to-the-cockpi/) If you're looking for the future of car interiors, the [Mercedes-Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-iconic) DICE concept may just be it. The DICE (Dynamic & Intuitive Control Experience) concept is a [customizable dashboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-cockpit-technology) that is fully controlled through your [hand motions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantomy-software). Comprising proximity sensors that detect your gestures, the Mercedes-Benz DICE concept allows you to control -- by scrolling, selecting and more -- different functions such as your car's music player and navigation. Further, with the Mercedes-Benz DICE dashboard, you can get more information about where you are, such as nearby establishments and points of interest. So far, however, the Mercedes-Benz DICE dashboard is still just a concept and Mercedes has a few kinks to work out. For one thing, the dashboard can't always determine whether you are gesturing to control something or simply waving your hand. A Mercedes exec stated that the DICE dashboard won't be available for use in vehicles for another 20 years or so. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gesture-controlled Dashboards:** Mercedes-Benz DICE Concept Detects Hand Motions - **Customizable Dashboards:** The DICE concept offers a fully controlled dashboard experience through hand gestures, presenting opportunities for personalized and intuitive interfaces. - **Proximity Sensors:** The use of proximity sensors in the DICE concept opens up possibilities for enhanced control and interaction with various car functions, creating opportunities for innovative sensor technologies. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore the integration of gesture-controlled dashboards to enhance user experience and differentiate their products in the market. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can leverage the concept of customizable dashboards to develop new and unique user interfaces for their devices. - **Sensor Technology:** The advancements in proximity sensors showcased in the DICE concept drive opportunities for sensor technology companies to innovate and create more accurate and responsive sensors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emoting-Grille Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-vision-dee.md) - [Folding Ergonomic Steering Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steering-wheel-concept.md) - [Touch-Sensitive Steering Wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cercle-steering-wheel-concept.md) - [Color-Changing Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i-vision-dee.md) - [Art Deco Show-Car Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-iconic.md) - [Self-Driving Vehicle Cockpit Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-display-digital-cockpit.md) - [Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-imobility.md) - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md) - [Human-Like Automotive Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbux-virtual-assistant.md)