# Soapbox Phone Speakers The Air Module is a Portable, Power-Free Wooden Amplifier By Deborah Kim | Published 2011-08-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-module References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/12/modulating-the-iphone-sound/) The Air Module designed by Arthur Trichelieu for [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinn) brings simplicity and minimalism back to technology. This speaker, which better represents a wooden soapbox, requires no power supply, enabling it to travel with you and blast music from any neck of the woods. The Air Module is made from a rubber brake, wood and a ceramic system that allows it to create the manipulated and modulated sound that amplifies the speakers on your iPhone. The speaker basically works as a [wooden shell that envelops your iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shell-intelligent), augmenting its sound naturally. Although Trichelieu has developed this product specifically for iPhones, it is safe to say that any phone that can fit into the box will be compatible with this no-fuss speaker system. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Technology:** Opportunity to design simple, streamlined products that focus on functionality. - **Wireless Accessories:** Opportunity to create power-free accessories that enhance the functionality of portable devices. - **Natural Sound Amplification:** Opportunity to develop innovative ways to amplify sound without the need for power sources. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create minimalist accessories for smartphones and other portable devices. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to incorporate functional and aesthetically pleasing sound amplification systems into their products. - **Audio Technology:** Opportunity for audio technology companies to explore new methods of natural sound amplification using materials like wood and ceramics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Phone Charger-Infused Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-chargerinfused-speaker.md) - [Portable Phone-Attached Mini Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magboom-mini.md) - [Compact Phone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinn.md) - [Magnetic Smartphone Audio Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hires-headphone-amplifier.md) - [Eco‑modular Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mynd-speaker.md) - [Induction Smartphone Speaker Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-speaker-charging-dock.md) - [Nature-Inspired Multifunctional Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-echo.md) - [Resonance-Powered Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leapsonic-speaker.md) - [Freestanding Smartphone Dock Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jteman-phone-stand-and-speaker.md)