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Glass Block Speakers

Tuned by Kenwood Looks Like a Clean Chunk of Ice

— February 11, 2012 — Tech
Tuned by Kenwood is a unique sound system that looks like it is on the verge of melting. It is not, however, made out of a big block of ice as it might first appear. Instead, it has been crafted out of a slab of glass.

Part of the audio company's Odelic Speaker Series, Tuned by Kenwood is yet another example of form melding with function. Since the market is rife with quality sound systems, designers have turned towards the look of the device in order to set it apart from its competition. Tuned by Kenwood does just that. A beautiful piece of technology, it is nevertheless on par with the capabilities of similar creations.

Cool and classy, Tuned by Kenwood is great for the home and office.
Trend Themes
1. Glass Speakers - Opportunity for designers and audio companies to create unique and visually appealing speakers using alternative materials like glass.
2. Form Meets Function - Designers and innovators can focus on creating products that not only perform well, but also have a visually striking appearance to set them apart from competitors.
3. Visual Aesthetics - There is a growing demand for products that not only perform well, but also look good, opening opportunities for companies to incorporate unique and visually appealing designs into their products.
Industry Implications
1. Audio Equipment Manufacturing - Incorporating alternative materials and focusing on the visual aesthetics of audio equipment can give companies in this industry a competitive edge.
2. Interior Design - As glass speakers become more popular and visually appealing, interior designers can incorporate them as an art piece in their décor and design suggestions.
3. Technology Retail - Retailers can target customers who value form and design as equally as function and performance by stocking and promoting visually impressive products like glass speakers.
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