# Magnetic Headphone Accessories Nearbuds Allow You to Store Your Headphones Easily and Efficiently By Judith MacKay | Published 2016-06-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-iphone-earphone-accessory References: [fabricateinc](http://www.fabricateinc.com/blogg/) & [fabricateinc](http://www.fabricateinc.com/product/nearbuds/) 'NEARBUDS' are a unique invention for the [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bionic-magnetic-charging-stand) [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hires-headphone-amplifier), iPod and iPad earbuds. NEARBUDS include three powerful magnetic clips that attach securely to Apple earbuds and jack stems, so you can store them all together, almost anywhere. The design of this product enables users to have a tangle and frustration-free experience with their headphones. The product simplifies an experience that almost everyone has every day. The product was finalized after 12 months of research to create something that was lightweight and that would actually simplify the act of using headphones. NEARBUDS are made with top quality Neodymium magnets and high-grade plastic for a reliable and lasting Everyday Carry accessory. A Canadian invention funded successfully through [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckphone-tri). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Magnetic-attachment Accessories:** Opportunity to create magnetic attachment accessories for other electronic devices, such as charging cables or styluses. - **Simplification of Everyday Experiences:** Potential for developing products that simplify commonly used accessories or tools, making them more efficient and user-friendly. - **Crowdfunding for Innovative Inventions:** Opportunity to leverage crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to fund and bring innovative inventions to market successfully. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for creating magnetic attachment accessories for various consumer electronic devices. - **Everyday Carry (EDC):** Potential for developing EDC products that simplify and enhance everyday experiences, such as headphone storage solutions. - **Crowdfunding:** Opportunity to tap into the crowdfunding industry to support the development and launch of innovative inventions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convenienced-Focused Wireless Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artronic-designs.md) - [Secure Sports-Ready Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earshots.md) - [Contoured Ear-Hugging Headphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earbugs.md) - [Stealthy Headphone Charging Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-charging-stand.md) - [Wireless Earbud Connecting Chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podchain.md) - [Earring Earbud Concept Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhang-yunxib.md) - [Hybrid Wearable Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckphone-tri.md) - [Fashion-Forward Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-earbud-concept.md) - [Ergonomic Dual-Function Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bored-buds.md)