# Office-Optimized Headphones The Bose SoundTrue Headphones Feature an Extended Cord By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-12-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-soundtrue References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/design/bose-soundtrue-headphones.php) & [bose](http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/ae_and_oe_headphones/soundtrue_headphones/index.jsp&intcmp=HPPANEL1) The [Bose](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-headphones-700-uc) SoundTrue headphones extend the length of the typical headphone cord, making it the optimal pair for [work environments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-headsets1). An extra long cord would leave anyone in motion at a disadvantage (can you imagine them getting tangled as you're walking?). However, it's perfect if you're sitting at your desk, because they're long enough to keep tangle-free and out of your way as you work. Though it's a simple change, it's one that can make all the difference to frustrated urban professionals who are constantly annoyed by wires cluttering their precious desk space. The extra-length cord creates a more comfortable working space, and thus a more comfortable employee. It's a win-win for employers and employees alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extended Cord Headphones:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create headphones with extended cords to provide more flexibility and convenience for office workers. - **Tangle-free Headphones:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design headphones with tangle-free cords to improve productivity and eliminate frustration for urban professionals. - **Wireless Office Headphones:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wireless headphones specifically optimized for office use, freeing employees from the constraints of cords. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Technology companies can explore new headphone designs and functionalities to enhance the office work experience. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Consumer electronics manufacturers can focus on producing headphones with extended cords to cater to the needs of office professionals. - **Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Office supplies companies can offer innovative headphones with tangle-free cords to improve productivity and employee satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Business Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/business-headphones.md) - [Customizable Professional Audio Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overear-headset.md) - [Pro-Grade Audio Isolation Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-headphones-700-uc.md) - [Lightweight USB-C Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxell-hp101.md) - [Open-Ear Premium Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-open-earbuds-1.md) - [Adaptive Professional-Friendly Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dell-pro-plus-earbuds.md) - [Ergonomic Mobile Professional Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emeet-airflow-openear-earbuds.md) - [Fashionable Clip-On Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-ultra-open-earbuds.md) - [Customized Spatial Audio Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-quietcomfort-ultra.md)