# Motion-Controlled Switches The 'Wireless and Batteryless' Panasonic Switch is an IoT Innovation By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-10-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-switch References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/home/panasonic-universal-switch/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [www3.panasonic.biz](http://www3.panasonic.biz/ac/j/whatsnew/2016/10/4/index.jsp) At this year's CEATEC 2016 in Japan, one of the most impressive and forward-thinking IoT gadgets to be revealed is the 'Wireless and Batteryless [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-environmental-management) [Switch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-joycam).' While there are plenty of systems out there that make it possible for a homeowner to turn on the lights without physically touching a light switch, this device features technology that sets it far apart from others. The innovative Panasonic Switch is motion-activated, which means that it detects motion and is capable of turning it into electricity. This Wireless and Batteryless Panasonic Switch could be used to power on everything from desktop computers and lamps, while also being much simpler to operate than many complicated [smart home systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-management-system) that require specific gestures to activate controls. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Motion-activated Devices:** With motion-activated switches, devices can be powered without the need for batteries or cords. - **Simplified Smart Home Systems:** Motion-controlled switches provide a simpler alternative to complex smart home systems. - **Iot Gadgets:** The wireless and batteryless Panasonic switch demonstrates the innovation possible in the IoT space. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Automation:** Motion-activated devices can revolutionize the home automation industry by offering more convenient, hassle-free solutions. - **Consumer Electronics:** The application of motion-sensor technology in consumer electronics could open up new opportunities for innovation. - **Renewable Energy:** The use of motion to generate electricity presents an opportunity for further development in renewable energy technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intelligent Home Lighting Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-sense-controls.md) - [Low-Cost Smart Light Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-switch.md) - [Socket-Concealing Light Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l1-switch-system.md) - [Smart Dial-Style Light Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-hue-tap-switch.md) - [Retrofitted Smart Home Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-bot.md) - [AI-Powered Light Switches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tewke-tap.md) - [Connectable Motion-Sensing Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/briteman-giangle.md) - [Advanced Smart Home Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-interfaces.md) - [Radio Wave-Powered Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-eco-remote.md)