# Qi-Enabled Voice Assistant Speakers The Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE was Shown Off at CES 2020 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belkin-soundform-elite References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/belkin-soundform-elite-smart-speaker-launched-at-ces-07-01-2020/) & [belkin](https://www.belkin.com/us/pressreleases/belkin-and-devialet-join-forces-to-unveil-a-hi-fi-smart-speaker/) The Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker has been shown off by the brand at CES 2020 as a new device for the home that will act as an all-in-one hub to keep users connected. The unit was developed through a partnership with [Devialet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-ii-speaker) and is capable of pumping out impressive, [high-fidelity audio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-sound) with a maximum volume of 90dB SPL. The speaker will provide connectivity to the Google Assistant voice assistant and also features a wireless charging section for powering up compatible smartphones. The Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker can be linked together in multiples to allow for a mutt-room audio experience to make it ideal for total home connectivity. The speaker balance high-end audio with smart home control functionalities and will feature a price point of $299 when it goes on sale next month. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Home Connectivity:** The Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker acts as an all-in-one hub for total home connectivity, offering disruptive innovation opportunities in the smart home industry. - **Voice Assistant Integration:** The Google Assistant integration in the Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for voice-controlled devices and services. - **Wireless Charging Integration:** The wireless charging section in the Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the wireless charging industry, especially for powering up compatible smartphones. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smart Home:** The Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker showcases disruptive innovation opportunities in the smart home industry by offering seamless connectivity and control. - **Voice Assistant:** The integration of the Google Assistant in the Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the voice assistant industry. - **Wireless Charging:** The wireless charging section in the Belkin SOUNDFORM ELITE smart speaker opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the wireless charging industry, particularly for smartphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive AI Household Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-home-speaker.md) - [Fine-Tuned Noise Cancelation Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belkin-soundform-immerse.md) - [Quad-Connection Mobile Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-elie-speakers.md) - [Retro-Styled Assistant Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-authentics.md) - [Advanced AI-Optimized Soundbars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-smart-ultra-soundbar.md) - [Flagship-Inspired Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-sound-lite.md) - [Three-Dimensional Home Audio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-speaker.md) - [Portable In-Home Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-soundlink-home.md) - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md)