# Next-Gen Gesture Controls Vtouch Lets Users Control Devices Without Physical Touch By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-01-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vtouch References: [news.samsung](https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-electronics-to-showcase-successful-c-lab-inside-projects-and-c-lab-outside-start-ups-at-ces-2020/) & [vtouch.io](http://vtouch.io/) With computer vision and deep learning technology, [Vtouch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whereable-ai) gives users the power to control devices without physically interacting with them. Instead of having to press buttons or swipe across a screen, users can make the most of Vtouch, which [tracks their eyes and fingertips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyetracking-solution). Beyond being useful for home entertainment and smart home systems, Vtouch has the potential to be implemented in everything from smart cars to digital signage and next-gen devices. In the process of making it possible for people to use with technology without physically touching a device, Vtouch helps to make interactions more hygenic—as less dirt, germs and bacteria will inevitably be spread from person to person. At CES 2020, Vtouch is one of the innovations that will be featured as one of [Samsung's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-air-concept) C-Lab Outside start-ups. Image Credit: Vtouch ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Computer Vision:** Utilizing computer vision technology to enable touchless device control. - **Deep Learning:** Applying deep learning algorithms to track user's eyes and fingertips for touchless interactions. - **Hygienic Interactions:** Addressing concerns about hygiene by reducing the need for physical touch with devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Entertainment:** Implementing touchless controls in home entertainment systems, such as TVs and gaming consoles. - **Smart Home:** Integrating touchless controls into smart home automation systems, including lighting, heating, and security. - **Automotive:** Incorporating touchless controls in smart car interfaces, improving safety and convenience for drivers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Touchless Interaction Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantomy-software.md) - [Touch-Free Screen Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchnetix.md) - [Wearable Technology Gesture Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-mouse.md) - [Facial Gesture Control Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-gesture-control.md) - [Gesture-Controlling Smart Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wow-mouse-app.md) - [Wearable Tech Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband.md) - [Gesture-Control Earpiece Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-air-concept.md) - [Tactile VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactglove.md) - [Tactile Bare-Hands Metaverse Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emerge.md)