# Biometric Photo-Sharing Apps 'Biogram' Crowdsources Heart Rate Data Through Sociable Photo-Sharing By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-10-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photosharing-apps References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/10/instagram-heart-rate-data-medable-inc-biogram-biometrics.html) & [dailydot](http://www.dailydot.com/technology/biogram-app-heartbeat-instagram/) There are a plethora of photo-sharing apps out in the world wide web, however, this biometric data-gathering platform is certainly one that is unique. 'Biogram' gets its name and design from the popular [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthjoy) platform, similar in its photo-sharing set-up. However, this app is not just a social media site, but health-centered and research-based -- providing the USC for Body Commuting with a large amount of crowdsourced data about heart rates for various research projects. When a user signs up, they are asked to fill in their age, weight, height and daily activity, while an associated phone case acts as a portable [heart rate monitor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biostrap-kairos). From there, whenever they post a photo of a hike, social activity or sports event, the app automatically shares the person's heart rate as well. By doing so, the app can collect data about [irregular heart patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stress-management-system) based on different social situations, activities and stress. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Biometric Data Gathering:** The trend of biometric data gathering is disrupting traditional methods of health monitoring by incorporating it into everyday activities like photo-sharing. - **Crowdsourced Health Research:** The trend of crowdsourcing health data through photo-sharing apps like Biogram provides a wealth of valuable information for research projects. - **Integrating Health and Social Media:** The trend of merging health-focused features with popular social media platforms offers opportunities for innovation in personalized health tracking and community support. ### Who This Affects Most - **Health Technology:** The health technology industry can leverage biometric photo-sharing apps to develop innovative solutions for personalized health monitoring and research. - **Digital Marketing:** The digital marketing industry can explore partnerships with biometric photo-sharing apps to target health-conscious consumers and promote relevant products and services. - **Fitness and Wellness:** The fitness and wellness industry can integrate biometric photo-sharing apps into their offerings to enhance user engagement and provide more accurate monitoring and analysis of health-related activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Social Camera Fitness Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapfit1.md) - [Social-First Nutrition Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutrition-tracking-app.md) - [Private Social Photo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-app.md) - [Smartphone-Connected Heart Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mfine-1.md) - [Socially Connected Workout Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/socialpump-app.md) - [Biometric-Based Nutrition Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pnoe.md) - [COVID-Monitoring Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visible.md) - [Virtual Heart Rate Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-listener.md) - [Data-Comparing Social Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mutually-app.md)