# Child-Tracking Smartbands The Sync Smartband Helps You Keep Track of Wandering Kids and Adults By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-07-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartbands References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2014/07/23/the-sync-smartband-is-a-health-and-location-tracking-device-for-both-kids-and-grown-ups/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sync-smartband-for-the-whole-family-health-safety-fitness) The Sync smartbands were initially aimed at parents wanting to keep track of their wandering children, but now include a wide variety of additional features to appeal to those who don't have kids as well. The latest version of the smartband includes the standard [location tracking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-alerts) as well as new [fitness and sleep trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-index-sleep-monitor). The Sync smartbands are constructed out of hypoallergenic, water-resistant rubber and come in five different color options -- green, blue, white, pink and orange. There's also a nifty glow-in-the-dark version. The smartband comes in child and adult sizes. The smartbands allow parents to set a 'safe zone'. When a [child wanders beyond the safe zone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skechers-kids-find-my-skechers), a notification is automatically sent to the parent's smartphone. This function works even in the absence of Internet or a cellphone data plan. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Child-tracking Technology:** The Sync smartband showcases how child-tracking technology can be expanded to include additional features like fitness and sleep tracking. - **Wearable Safety Devices:** The Sync smartbands demonstrate the growing trend of wearable safety devices that provide real-time location tracking and notifications to keep users safe. - **Internet-free Connectivity:** The smartbands highlight the innovation opportunity of creating devices that can function without internet or cellular data, ensuring continuous monitoring and safety. ### Who This Affects Most - **Childcare:** Childcare providers can utilize child-tracking smartbands to enhance safety measures and give parents peace of mind. - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can incorporate similar features seen in the Sync smartbands to cater to consumers seeking safety and health monitoring in one device. - **Elder Care:** Elder care facilities can leverage smartbands with location tracking and notification features to ensure the safety and well-being of their residents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Toddler Health-Tracking Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/littlebird.md) - [Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gizmo-watch-3-adventure.md) - [Baby-Tracking Smart Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-smart-sock.md) - [Wearable Monitoring Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tband.md) - [Discreet Tracking Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/find-my-skechers.md) - [Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartwatch-phone-for-kids.md) - [Cellular Child-Targeted Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xplora-xgo3.md) - [Child-Friendly Fitness Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitbit-ace-lte.md) - [Family Safety Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/family-safety-app.md)