# Convenient Typing Apps The Microsoft Word Flow is Now Available on iOS Systems By Meghan Young | Published 2016-04-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-word-flow References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2016/4/25/11501288/microsoft-word-flow-iphone-keyboard) & [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/word-flow-keyboard-english/id1077864246?mt=8) Those who have been waiting anxiously for [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiftkey-chatbot) Word Flow to be available on [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voice-memos-app) can now rejoice. The competitor has just released an app that works on iOS systems to introduce [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-wave-keys-for-mac) users the joys of this carefully designed keyboard. Much more ergonomic and efficient, Microsoft Word Flow ensures people can type comfortably, quickly and accurately even when on the go. That's right, Microsoft Word Flow has a feature that lets people type effortlessly with one hand. Interestingly, this particular app has features that Windows users don't have yet. In addition to the one-handed mode, people can customize the keyboard background for a more personalized appearance. Yet people are guaranteed to be more impressed with Microsoft Word Flow's functionality and not just how it looks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **One-handed Typing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop one-handed typing solutions that can be used across different platforms. - **Customizable Keyboard Backgrounds:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create keyboard apps that allow users to personalize the appearance of their keyboards. - **Improved Mobile Typing Experience:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design mobile keyboards that prioritize ergonomics, speed, and accuracy for a better typing experience on the go. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Keyboard App Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build innovative keyboard apps with unique features for iOS and Android devices. - **Mobile Device Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop ergonomic and customizable keyboard accessories for one-handed typing on mobile devices. - **Software User Interface Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create intuitive and visually appealing typing interfaces for different software applications on mobile and desktop platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Enabled Speech-to-Text Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wispr-flow-app.md) - [Ergonomic Natural Movement Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-keyboard.md) - [AI Typing Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-keyboard-app.md) - [AI Writing Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/word-up.md) - [Voice Productivity Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wispr-flow.md) - [Ergonomic Magnetic Component Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuio-flow-keyboard.md) - [Text Productivity Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/text-productivity.md) - [Chatbot-Equipped Mobile Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiftkey-chatbot.md) - [Mobile Text Editing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textflex.md)