# Patterned Fabric Speakers Bang & Olufsen's Speakers are Available in a Variety of Patterns By Ell Smith | Published 2017-09-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-and-olufsen References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/09/08/adorably-soft-audio/) & [beotoronto](https://beotoronto.com/) This Bang and Olufsen audio concept deviates from the standard design of Bluetooth speakers by offering a soft textile exterior that encourages physical interaction. Most speaker systems have a rigid and industrial aesthetic to complement a technology-infused interior. This speaker system offers users something different by providing a textured cushioning that protects against vibrations and drops. The tube-shaped device is small enough to offer comfortable portability, as well as the latest in audio technology and high-quality acoustics. The patterned exterior is available in a variety of designs and colors, offering a fabric to appeal to anyone's personal aesthetic. The softness of this device makes it perfect for throwing into a backpack, to add a musical element to one's next outing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - 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 - **Soft Textile Speakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the incorporation of soft fabrics into speaker design to provide a more comfortable and visually appealing user experience. - **Portable Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop compact and portable audio devices with advanced audio technology for on-the-go convenience. - **Customizable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer speakers with interchangeable patterns and colors to cater to individual aesthetic preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate innovative materials and design concepts into the audio technology industry to create unique and user-friendly speaker systems. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with electronics manufacturers to create fabric-based products that combine technology with fashion and comfort. - **Fashion and Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore partnerships with audio companies to create speaker systems that complement interior design aesthetics and appeal to fashion-forward consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Custom Colorful Bespoke Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-atelier.md) - [Textured Acoustic Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhapsody.md) - [Wireless Harmonious Modern Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beolab-8.md) - [Collaborative Industrial Speaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-x-vollebak-beosound-2.md) - [Nature-Inspired Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-dune.md) - [Space-Inspired Sound Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-2-vollebak.md) - [Chic Marble-Accented Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosound-balance-natura-speaker.md) - [Modularly Elegant Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-orchestra.md)