# Voice Assistant Speaker Systems The 'Answer Master' Compact Wireless Speaker is Alexa-Enabled By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-wireless-speaker References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/the-answer-master-alexa-enabled-wireless-speaker.htm) & [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/Default.aspx?sku=89978) While most speaker systems these days will connect to a smartphone or other device wirelessly, the 'Answer Master' compact wireless speaker aims to further push functionality. Capable of connecting to the Internet via built-in WiFi, the 'Answer Master' offers users [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-devices) Alexa connectivity that can be utilized anywhere it's taken. This allows users to ask the speaker to play music from a specific artist, ask about the news, get information on the traffic and much more. The 'Answer Master' compact wireless speaker can be used inside the home or outside and can also work to provide handsfree call functionality. The 'Answer Master' speaker answers the growing demand for [products with AI technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xboom) that will make performing certain tasks or enjoying free time more efficient. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 10% | 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) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wireless Connectivity:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in speaker systems that offer seamless wireless connectivity to various devices. - **Smart Home Integration:** Potential for disruptive innovation in speaker systems that integrate with smart home technology, offering enhanced functionality and convenience. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in speaker systems with AI technology, enabling voice-controlled commands and personalized experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the consumer electronics industry, specifically in the development of advanced speaker systems. - **Smart Home Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the smart home technology industry by integrating speaker systems for enhanced control and automation. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Potential for disruptive innovation in the artificial intelligence industry, leveraging speaker systems as AI-powered personal assistants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turningai-speaker.md) - [Acousto-Optic Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-wireless-speaker-design.md) - [Next-Generation AI Assistant Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-echo-devices.md) - [AR Headset-Holding Desktop Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-smart-speaker.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hepburn-voice.md) - [Physically Interactive AI Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-hybrid-speaker.md) - [Connected Waterproof Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t6-plus-bluetooth-speaker.md) - [Portable In-Home Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-soundlink-home.md) - [Building Block Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-bluetooth-speaker.md)