# Integrated Voice Wearable voice assistant tech adapts with fashion-forward aesthetics. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jul 6, 2020 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/integrated-voice ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.5/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Integrated Voice trend? **Integrated Voice:** Voice assistant wearables are being adapted with modern designs that are easily integrated into users' personal style. These functional products can come in the form of rings, glasses and watches. ## The consumer insight behind the Integrated Voice trend For tech innovations to be consistently used by consumers, the first priority is that that they're easily integrated into consumers' lives. Products that function as an extension of consumers' day-to-day, rather than additional chore to manage, are appeal to consumers who look to ease their routines with the help of technology. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 7, 2019 to Apr 17, 2021 - Published: Jul 6, 2020 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Integrated Voice trend ### Integrated Voice Assistants Voice assistant wearables are being adapted to modern designs that are easily integrated into users' personal style. ### Hands-free Functionality Consumers look to ease their routines with the help of technology, which prioritizes products that function as an extension of the consumer's day-to-day, rather than an additional chore to manage. ### Discreet Voice-Activated Tech Wearables with smaller form factors that carry voice-activated technology tout portability and connected features with bigger adaptability into consumers' daily lives. ## What the Integrated Voice trend means for industry ### For Wearable Technology Tech innovations that seamlessly blend into personal style provide opportunities for wearable technology and fashion brands to create functional products that stand out for their aesthetics and functionality alike. ### For Consumer Electronics Opportunities arise for tech startups and established brands in the consumer electronics market to create integrated products that helps ease consumers' day-to-day routines. ### For Audio Products Connected wearables that offer hands-free functionality such as built-in microphones, voice-activated assistants, and audio technology open up opportunities for audio product manufacturers to expand their product lines. ## Workshop question How is your brand prioritizing easy integration of its product/service? ## Trend signals for Integrated Voice Trend score 3.5 out of 10, from popularity 50%, activity 45%, freshness 10%. - Popularity: 50% - Activity: 45% - Freshness: 10% ## Examples of the Integrated Voice trend 6 featured examples from Jun 7, 2019 to Apr 17, 2021. - [Assistive Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-frames): The Amazon Echo Frames Have Microphones for Consulting Amazon Alexa (Category: Tech) Implication: The implementation of voice-controlled assistants into wearable devices offers opportunities for innovation in health and wellness monitoring, personalized augmented and virtual r… - [Connected Voice Assistant Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-smart-glasses): The 'Lucyd' Bluetooth Smart Glasses Support Modern Lifestyles (Category: Tech) Implication: The growing trend of smart eyewear creates opportunities for businesses operating in the wearables industry to develop innovative products and solutions. - [Voice Assistant Smart Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-loop): The Amazon Echo Loop Helps to Take Amazon Alexa on the Go (Category: Tech) Implication: As smart rings and other wearables become more popular, there is potential for the wearable technology industry to expand and improve upon current offerings. - [Accessible ANC Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-buds-2ndgeneration): The Amazon Echo Buds 2nd-Generation Come in Two Color Options (Category: Tech) Implication: There is a need for the audio equipment industry to develop more affordable and versatile ANC earbuds to compete with established brands such as Amazon. - [Squarish Chic Connected Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-frames-tenor): The Bose Frames Tenor Sunglasses Have a Style-Conscious Design (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity to innovate in the eyewear industry by developing more connected, smart and functional designs. - [Chic Subtly Designed Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobvoi-ticwatch-c2): The Mobvoi TicWatch C2 Seamlessly Matches Any Style (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can benefit from incorporating smartwatches with subtle designs that seamlessly match any style. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)