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Streaming-Only Smart Speakers

The Yamaha WX-030BL MusicCast Wireless Speaker is Alexa-Enabled

— March 30, 2018 — Tech
The Yamaha WX-030BL MusicCast Wireless Speaker has been designed as a powerful piece of technology for the home that will provide users with a way to access their favorite channels in a streamlined manner.

The speaker unit offers access to Spotify, Pandora, Napster and thousands of Internet radio stations to enable you to choose from an immense number of genres, artists and songs. The unit incorporates WiFi, Bluetooth and AirPlay connectivity, while the MusicCast app will let you control the speaker from anywhere. The speaker also offers voice assistant control thanks to the Amazon Alexa functionality that it will provide.

The Yamaha WX-030BL MusicCast Wireless Speaker speaks to the increasingly streaming-focused consumer lifestyle that requires constant connectivity to keep them entertained at all times.
Trend Themes
1. Streaming Speakers - There is an opportunity to create more streaming-only speakers with voice assistant integration to cater to the growing number of consumers who prefer to use streaming services instead of traditional media.
2. Multi-connectivity Speakers - There is an opportunity to create speakers that offer even more connectivity options (e.g. Chromecast, DLNA, etc.) to provide more flexibility for users who may have different devices and subscriptions.
3. Voice-enabled Speakers - There is an opportunity to create more speakers with voice assistant integration to cater to the market's growing demand for easier and more intuitive device control.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics Industry - There is an opportunity for companies in the consumer electronics industry to develop more innovative products that cater to the needs of the streaming-focused consumer lifestyle.
2. Home Automation Industry - There is an opportunity for companies in the home automation industry to expand their offerings beyond smart lighting and thermostats to include more entertainment options, such as streaming speakers that can be controlled by voice.
3. Streaming Services Industry - There is an opportunity for companies in the streaming services industry to develop more strategic partnerships with hardware manufacturers to expand the reach of their platforms and make it easier for users to access their content through different devices.
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