# Mood-Sensitive Wristbands Robometer Measures Happiness By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-05-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wristband-senses-your-moods-robometer-measures-happiness References: [gizmowatch](http://www.gizmowatch.com/entry/robometer-for-that-endless-pursuit-of-happiness/) & [dotmancando.net](http://www.dotmancando.net/project/robometer/) The robometer is a [mood-sensing, wrist-mounted devise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-wearable1) that measures your level of happiness. Has society really become so desensitized that we can't tell when we are happy? Pontification aside, the Robometer takes readings of of the surface of your skin to asses your mood. This feature would be an excellent topic for a social commentary type of article. But this is not the place for that and space is limited. **Implications** - The Robometer is the perfect accessory for adolescents and teens. A twist on the always-popular [mood rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mood-insight), these [wrist bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wristband-prototype) are both stylish and entertaining. But this is no flighty gimmick! The Robometer is a scientifically enhanced device that uses advanced technology to pick up on physical indicators of happiness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mood-sensing Wearables:** Opportunities for the development of new wearable technology that measures and assesses mood in real time. - **Emotion Analytics:** Businesses can leverage mood-sensing technology to better understand their customers and improve overall customer experience. - **Personalized Wellness:** The integration of mood-sensing technology into health and wellness products can provide more personalized and targeted services to consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can create stylish accessories with integrated mood-sensing technology, appealing to younger demographics and tech enthusiasts. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can incorporate mood-sensing technology into existing wearable devices, enhancing their functionality and competitiveness in the market. - **Healthcare:** Healthcare providers can leverage mood-sensing technology to monitor and evaluate patients' emotional well-being, providing more holistic care. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Real-Time Emotion Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-mood-ring.md) - [Emotional State-Monitoring Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuna-pendant.md) - [Desktop Mood Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clover-emotion-tracker.md) - [Emotional Subtitle Smartwatch Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-watch-app.md) - [Blood Pressure-Tracking Smart Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moov-ring.md) - [Wellness-Centric Wearable Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apollo-neuro-wearable.md) - [Intuitive Health-Tracking Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reebok-smart-ring.md) - [Wearable Monitoring Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tband.md) - [Infant Mood-Tracking Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ainenne.md)