# Dual Action Smart Guns The Armatix iP1 Only Fires Within Range of Its Watch Counterpart By Janelle Savel | Published 2014-02-24 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-gun References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2014/02/armatixs-smart-gun-wont-shoot-until-smartwatch-is-in-range/) & [armatix.de](http://www.armatix.de/iP1-Pistol.779.0.html?&L=1) The Armatix iP1 is a smart gun that comes equipped with a matching watch and is only accessible if both products are in the same range. The Armatix iP1 is a .22 caliber sleek firearm, however for optimal safety for yourself and your loved ones, the gun is locked until and won't shoot unless the [iW1 Active RFID Watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cographix) is in the same area. If you want more security, regardless if both components are in the same range, you can lock the gun and prevent it from firing. To unlock it you would need to activate a [PIN code](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desloc-b200). If you want [security within your home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-security-system), yet don't want nosy family members to carelessly play with a firearm, this RFID-enabled gun will provide optimal safety and reassurance. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Guns:** Creating firearms that require authentication through companion devices or wearables. - **Dual Action Technology:** Developing products that require multiple components to work together for optimal functionality and safety. - **Rfid-enabled Firearms:** Integrating RFID technology into guns to enhance security and prevent unauthorized use. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Firearms Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create a new market segment by introducing smart guns with advanced safety features. - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers can explore collaboration opportunities with firearm companies to develop companion devices for smart guns. - **Home Security:** Offering RFID-enabled smart guns as a high-tech solution to enhance home security and prevent unauthorized use of firearms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biometric Firearm Smart Safes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-gun-safe.md) - [Autonomous Threat Detection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threat-detection-system.md) - [Stealthy GPS Navigators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gps-navigators.md) - [AI-Fueled Smartwatch Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r1-smartwatch.md) - [Palm-Recognizing Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-deadbolt.md) - [Kid-Safe AI Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinwheel-watch.md) - [High-Tech Residential Security Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-security-system.md) - [Palm Recognition Smart Deadbolts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-palm-recognition-smart-deadbolt.md) - [Biometric Bank-Grade Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/securam-touch.md)