# Bluetooth Helmet Accessories Chips by Outdoor Technology Play Music and Take Calls on the Slopes By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-08-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chips-by-outdoor-technology References: [blessthisstuff](http://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/technology/portable-media/chips-wireless-helmet-audio/) & [outdoortechnology](http://www.outdoortechnology.com/Shop/Chips/chips-wireless-helmet-audio.html) For athletes that spend hours out on the slopes, Chips by Outdoor Technology can help to keep you connected by being able to transform any helmet into a smart one. Chips by Outdoor Technology work by pairing with a smartphone via Bluetooth to [play music or take calls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiotechnica-athcc500bt2) all without ever having to touch the main device. Chips by Outdoor Technology respond to a series of taps for control; tap once on the left ear to raise the volume or twice to lower it. Tap once on the right ear to play or pause music, or to answer/end a call. It's this kind of simple manipulation that makes Chips by Outdoor Technology a true innovation for [snow bunnies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanie-helmet). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Helmet Accessories:** The integration of technology into helmets opens up opportunities for innovative accessories and features. - **Bluetooth-enabled Sports Gear:** The use of Bluetooth technology in sports gear allows for wireless connectivity and convenient control. - **Hands-free Communication Devices:** Hands-free devices, like Chips by Outdoor Technology, offer a disruptive solution for communication while engaged in sports activities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Sports Equipment:** The outdoor sports equipment industry can explore the integration of technology to enhance user experience and safety. - **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry can develop specialized devices and accessories that cater to the needs of athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. - **Wearable Technology:** The wearable technology industry can create innovative solutions for hands-free communication and music playback in various contexts, including sports. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Helmet-Friendly Open Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detachable-open-ear-headphones.md) - [Protective Communication Ski Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poc-obex-connect-helmet.md) - [Helmet-Borne Communications Modules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communications-module.md) - [Communication System Snow Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-latitude-s1-snow-helmet.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Sports Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bh51m-nso.md) - [Connected Adventure Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-m1-m1-evo.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardo-systems.md) - [Bluetooth-Powered Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexx-xcom3-pro.md) - [Noise-Filtering Motorcycling Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycling-headphones.md)