# Programmable Thermometer Apps The iDo Smart Thermometer System Includes an Open SDK By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-08-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermometer-apps References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/qodome/ido-smart-thermometer/description) Originating in Shanghai, this latest installment in a host of emerging smart thermometer apps recently completed a successful funding campaign on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velia). The innovative system is small and bills itself as the most accurate in the world. Monitoring a patient's temperature consistently and precisely, the iDo smart thermometer app connects to an individual's smartphone through the application of chip-embedded disposable patches. The patches are applied underneath a patient's armpit. The user then opens the iDo Smart [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flir-one-edge-pro) app and connects with iDo by Bluetooth. The app-powered system will then begin taking the patient's temperature every few seconds. An interesting component of the iDo system's business model is its open-course software development kit that allows developers to build their own iDo integration into their products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Thermometer Apps:** Opportunity for developers to create innovative smart thermometer applications and integrated products. - **Bluetooth Connected Thermometers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop thermometers that connect with smartphones via Bluetooth for easy monitoring. - **Open-source Thermometer SDK:** Potential for innovative solutions with the use of an open-source software development kit for thermometer integration. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare:** Healthcare industry can leverage smart thermometer apps and connected devices to enhance patient monitoring and care. - **Mobile Technology:** Development of Bluetooth connected thermometers creates new opportunities and disruptive innovation in the mobile technology industry. - **Software Development:** Open-source thermometer SDK allows developers to explore new possibilities and create innovative software solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contactless Smartphone Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempbuddy-smartphone-thermometer.md) - [Instant At-Home Monitoring Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hormometer.md) - [Kinetically Powered Smart Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bcool-smart-thermometer.md) - [Smart Pet Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drpetcare-smart-thermometer.md) - [Wireless Smart Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-smart-thermometer.md) - [Digital LED Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therm-c.md) - [Non-Contact Smart Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiitcheck.md) - [Temperature-Monitoring Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-earring.md) - [Accurate Temperature Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-hygrometer-thermometer.md)