# Cornstarch Earphones The EOps Noisezero i+ Ear-buds by Michael Young is Eco-Friendly By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eops-noisezero-i References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2010/12/22/eops-noisezero-i-eco-by-michael-young/) & [michael-young](http://www.michael-young.com/) If you're looking to update your headphones, consider the EOps NOISEZERO i+ ear-buds a serious contender. These are the first [earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victor-wood-master) to ever be made out of cornstarch -- an [eco-friendly alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairbuds-xl-gen-2) to what is available on the market right now. Designed by Japan-based Michael Young, the EOps NOISEZERO i+ ear-buds also feature a unique horn-shaped chamber that optimizes acoustic performance. Its [sleek design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-earbud-concept) is just the icing on top of the cake. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Earphones:** Creating electronics with sustainable materials will appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Alternative Materials:** Exploring alternative materials for electronics can potentially reduce waste and harm to the environment. - **Innovative Acoustic Design:** Innovative acoustic design can produce better sound quality and enhance user experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Manufacturers exploring sustainable materials and innovative acoustic design will appeal to consumers seeking more environmentally-friendly options. - **Waste Management:** The use of alternative materials can contribute to reducing electronic waste and create new opportunities in waste management. - **Sustainable Product Development:** Developing products with sustainable materials and innovative design can appeal to consumers and create new opportunities for sustainable product development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Woven Bamboo Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bambass-headphones.md) - [Biodegradable Earbud Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incipio-organicore.md) - [Recycled Eco-Friendly Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-linkbuds-s.md) - [Sustainable Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairbuds-xl.md) - [Modular Eco-Friendly Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairphone-fairbuds.md) - [Industrial Open-Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-ear-open.md) - [Industrial Earbud Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teenage-engineering-bd1.md) - [Mycelium-Based Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dfc001.md) - [Wireless Ergonomic Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boo-tip.md)