# Wearable Streaming Cameras The SnapCam Was Unveiled At CES 2015 By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-01-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapcam References: [magellangps](http://www.magellangps.com/Echo) & [netatmo](https://www.netatmo.com/en-US/product/camera) The SnapCam is a [wearable camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seekr) and video recorder, unveiled at CES 2015, that is something of a cross between the Narrative Clip 2 wearable lifelogging camera and the MeCam wearable video camera. This device can [capture images and video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-go-ultra) like the Narrative Clip 2 and the MeCam, but can also capture HD video and [stream video live](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meet-2) to the Internet. The SnapCam can be attached to a piece of clothing using its included clip, which can be rotated to keep the camera upright. The clip can also be attached to metallic objects. The camera itself is powered on with a simple swipe motion and is claimed to boot up in 0.1 seconds. Users then simply have to tap the device once to take a photo, twice to record video and three times to live stream video. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wearable Streaming Cameras:** The SnapCam allows for live streaming of HD video, disrupting the way we capture and share moments. - **Clip-on Wearable Cameras:** The SnapCam's attachment options revolutionize how we integrate cameras into our daily lives. - **Instant Boot-up Cameras:** The SnapCam's ultra-fast boot-up time presents opportunities for capturing spontaneous moments with ease. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** The technology industry can take advantage of wearable streaming cameras to develop new applications for live video streaming. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate clip-on wearable cameras into clothing and accessories, merging fashion with technology. - **Social Media:** Social media platforms can leverage the popularity of live streaming and instant boot-up cameras to enhance user engagement and interactive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handsfree Miniature Wearable Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-nano.md) - [HD Streamer Camera Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emeet-streamcam-one.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Video Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-camera.md) - [Compact Body Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-body-camera.md) - [Attachable Eyewear Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-video-camera.md) - [Hybrid Camera Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musiccam.md) - [3D Streaming Camera Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-spatiallabs-stereo-eyes.md) - [Smartphone-Friendly Action Cams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domono-smart-camera.md) - [Remote Camera Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamerasnap.md)