# Designer Speakers Parrot's Zikmu WiFi by Philippe Starck By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-12-18 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-speakers-parrots-zikmu-wifi-by-philippe-starck References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/archives/010222.php) & [parrot](http://www.parrot.com/usa/press/pressreleases) Parrot has partnered with designer Philippe Starck to create a new set of wireless speakers called ‘Zikmu.’ The ‘Parrot by Philippe Starck’ speakers features an [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wireless-speaker)/[iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hololive) dock, surround sound technology and a range of wireless capabilities. The 2.5’ tall minimalist speakers can also stream audio from mobile devices using Bluetooth A2DP or Wi-Fi, and the wireless speakers and connected device can be controlled from a distance using the Parrot by Starck smart remote control. The Parrot by Philippe Starck Zikmu wireless speakers will be available from spring 2009. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wireless Speakers:** Companies can explore further innovation in wireless capabilities, streaming, and remote control functionality of speakers. - **Designer Technology Collaborations:** Opportunities exist for further collaborations between designers and tech companies to create uniquely designed and functional products. - **Minimalist Design:** Minimalist design of technology products can lead to a disruptive innovation opportunity in the audio industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Technology:** Further innovation can be explored to include wireless capabilities, streaming, and remote control functionality of speakers. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunities can be pursued in collaborations between designers and tech companies to create visually appealing and functional products. - **Home Decor:** Minimalist design and unique technology collaborations in speakers can provide new product offerings in the home decor industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Minimalist Wireless Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wireless-speaker.md) - [Wireless Premium Distinctive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beolab-8-speaker.md) - [Digital Analog Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-hifi.md) - [Decor-Friendly Wireless Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-horizon.md) - [Wireless Miniature Outdoor Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pds20.md) - [Spaceship-Resembling Premium Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeppelin-pro-edition.md) - [Landmark-Resembling Floor Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floor-standing-wireless.md) - [Demure Wireless Speaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonus-faber-duetto-speakers.md)