Category
Lifestyle
Sugar Moderation
Trend cluster
Category
Unobtrusive
Audio
Brands design headphones to be integrated and fully functional.
2.6
Trend score
Trend
What is the Unobtrusive Audio trend?
Unobtrusive Audio: Audio equipment designs are becoming more sophisticated as consumers search for integrated solutions that keep an active lifestyle in mind. With the introduction of technology such as 3D printing and gesture control, brands are designing custom audio products to be as convenient and comfortable as they are capable. This shift reflects a consumer desire for products that cater to consumers' lifestyles through customization and thoughtful design.
Trend themes
Themes within the Unobtrusive Audio trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Customization
There is a desire among consumers for audio accessories that cater to their lifestyles through customization and thoughtful design.
02
Gesture control
There is an increasing trend towards using motion detectors that allow users to control their audio accessories through simple body gestures.
03
3D Printing
The popularity of 3D printing has led to the development of customized audio accessories that provide a flawless fit and design.
Industry implications
What the Unobtrusive Audio trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Healthcare
There is an opportunity for healthcare industry professionals to utilize the biometric features of athletic headphones in order to monitor patient health during physical training or rehabilitation.
For
Entertainment
The increasing trend toward gesture-controlled and wireless headphones presents an opportunity for entertainment industry professionals to create immersive experiences using audio technologies.
For
Manufacturing
The use of 3D printing in the production of customized audio accessories creates disruptive innovation opportunities for manufacturers to produce unique, personalized products at scale.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Unobtrusive Audio
Trend score 2.6 out of 10, from popularity 36%, activity 35%, freshness 8%.
Popularity36%
Activity35%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Unobtrusive Audio trend
4 featured examples from Jan 8 to Jan 29, 2015CategoryTech
Smart Wireless Earbuds
Bragi Dash Headphones Play Clear Sound and Integrate Environment Awareness
Audio technology manufacturers can innovate by integrating sensors and environmental awareness features into their products.
CategoryTech
Gesture-Controlled Headsets
Motion-Sensing Headphones Understand Hand Movements as Commands
The consumer electronics industry can leverage gesture-controlled headsets to create innovative audio products that enhance user interactions and convenience.
CategoryTech
Personalized Earbud Printing
Normal Uses Additive Manufacturing to Create Custom Audio Accessories
The audio accessories industry can leverage personalized earbud printing to offer unique and tailored products to consumers, disrupting the market.
CategoryTech
Pressurized Athletic Headphones
The Parrot Zik Sport Rare is Made for High-Intensity Workouts
The integration of biometric features in athletic headphones presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the fitness industry.
