Global Gesture Recognition for Mobile Devices Market 2017-2021

Overview of the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market

Market research analysts at Technavio predict that the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market will grow steadily during the forecast period and post a CAGR of more than 61% by 2021. This market research analysis identifies the incorporation of gesture recognition by processor manufacturers as one of the primary growth factors for the gesture recognition for mobile devices market. Vendors are focusing on the development of new processors that support gesture recognition technology. Processor manufacturers are also engaging in collaborations and M&A with gesture recognition companies to facilitate the smoother integration of gesture recognition technology in their processors and additionally provide single chip gesture solutions that can be compatible with TOF cameras in consumer electronic devices.

Vendors are launching 3D cameras that can be used in different consumer electronic devices, including gaming consoles, PCs, and laptops. Consequently, OEMs are adopting different strategies such as the bundling of products and technologies to enter new markets and are focusing on improving the end-user experience. OEMs are bundling gesture recognition technology with pico projectors that are easily portable as compared to traditional projectors. This will enhance user experience as it will allow users to place the gaming console on a table, switch on the projector, and play AR games through gestures.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The gesture recognition for mobile devices market is fragmented with the presence of a considerable number of vendors across various consumer device categories. The vendors providing gesture recognition for smartphones are focusing on developing innovative products that offer features that are better than the existing gesture recognition products and the competition among these is quite low. Similarly, the competition among the players providing gesture recognition technology for portable PCs and tablets is also low.  However, the entry of new players with different products will intensify the market’s competitive environment.

The leading vendors in the market are -

• Apple
• ArcSoft
• Crunchfish
• eyeSight Technologies
• Intel
• Microsoft
• Qualcomm
• Samsung
• SoftKinetic (Sony)

Segmentation by technology and analysis of the gesture recognition for mobile devices market

• 3D
• 2D

During 2016, the 2D segment accounted for the major shares and dominated the gesture recognition for mobile devices market. However, due to factors such as the increase in incorporation of dual cameras in smartphones and tablets and the adoption of 3D gesture recognition technology by many smartphone and tablet OEMs, the 3D segment will dominate the market by the end of the predicted period. OEMs for smartphones and mobile devices are estimated to fully integrate 3D technology and account for the major revenue.

Segmentation by product and analysis of the gesture recognition for mobile devices market

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Portable PCs

During 2016, the smartphones segment dominated the gesture recognition for mobile devices market and accounted for the major shares. Factors such as the high penetration of 3D cameras in smartphones and the rise in unit shipments of smartphones, influence the demand for gesture technology in smartphones. OEMs are focusing on upgrading the current 2D technology with 3D technology in smartphones to improve the customer user experience.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, and EMEA.
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global gesture recognition for mobile devices market? 

Technavio also offers customization on reports based on specific client requirement.

In addition to eliminating the need for computer peripherals such as keyboards, gesture recognition technology also enhances the efficiency of electronic devices, which is a primary factor for the rising demand for gesture recognition in various industries, especially the automotive, gaming, and healthcare sectors. The market offers an immense potential for the growth of the vendors, and there are some vendors focusing on improving their revenue shares by increasing their R&D investments to introduce innovative products. To help market players have a competitive edge over their competitors, industry analysts at the global market research firm Technavio provide a comprehensive collection of market research reports that will aid clients in the human machine interface sector enhance their revenue shares. Furthermore, to help clients discover new market opportunities, Technavio’s analysts consider various parameters such as the changing preferences of the various end-user segments and factors that will challenge the growth of the market. Additionally, the market study reports from Technavio also provide detailed information on all the well-known companies that hold dominant positions in the various regional and global markets of the hardware and semiconductor industry.

By following a mix of primary and secondary research techniques to acquire information from various sources including industry experts, consumers, and journals and analyzing the demand for products across different geographical regions, research analysts at Technavio identify the industry’s growth prospects which will help clients deduce effective strategies for improving the sales volume of their products. With detailed information on the products and services offered by the major competitors and their growth strategies, our upcoming market research report on gesture recognition for mobile devices for the forecast period of 2017 to 2021 will help clients gain insights into the constantly changing landscape of the human machine interface sector.

This upcoming report on gesture recognition for mobile devices also considers the growth of the similar markets such as gesture recognition and gesture recognition market for emerging applications, which are expected to grow at an impressive CAGR of more than 73% and over 52%, respectively, during the period 2016 to 2020. According to our experts, the ease of usage of gesture recognition and the enhanced efficiency offered by the technology will increase the demand for gesture recognition in mobile devices in the next few years. To help businesses that focus on niche customer segments and the regional vendors improve their market positions in highly-competitive markets dominated by international players, Technavio also offers to provide personalized reports based on client requirements.

The upcoming industry research report for gesture recognition for mobile devices also identifies the trend in customer preferences as well as the challenges currently experienced by vendors in the human machine interface sector. It also provides insights that will help vendors gain a realistic picture of the future direction of the hardware and semiconductor industry.