# Outdoor Bone-Conduction Headphones The 'H2O Audio TRI Multi-Sport' Headphones are Weatherproof By Colin Smith | Published 2022-10-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h2o-audio-tri References: [zdnet](https://www.zdnet.com/article/these-99-bone-conduction-headphones-work-underwater-and-when-you-dont-have-your-phone/) & [h2oaudio](https://h2oaudio.com/)  [H2O Audio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-conduction-waterproof-headphones) launched the 'TRI Multi-Sport' bone conduction headphones. Rather than simply achieving audio playback in the traditional way, these headphones leverage small vibrations that use the wearer's skull bones to play its audio. The primary bones used in the TRI Multi-Sport's bone conduction technology are the cheek and jaw bones. While this is not H2O Audio's first pair of bone conduction headphones, it is one that has gained widespread appeal for the convenience and diverse list of use cases. These headphones are weatherproof and waterproof, allowing for users to swim, exercise, and play sports while wearing them. Additionally, the cheek and jaw bone focus means the wearer's ears are free to hear the world around them without being obscured by the headphones themselves. These headphones securely wrap around the wearer's head and connect via Bluetooth wireless technology, preventing wires from getting in the way of outdoor activities. Image Credit: Adrian Kingsley-Hughes, ZDNET ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Bone-conduction Headphones:** Bone-conduction technology has room for improvement and can be applied to various industries like healthcare, military and construction. - **Weatherproof Audio Wearables:** Development of advanced water-resistant and shock-resistant materials can pave the way for a new range of rugged audio wearables for outdoor use. - **Wireless Sports Headphones:** Wireless technology along with enhanced audio quality can revolutionize the way athletes and fitness enthusiasts experience their workouts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can leverage bone-conduction technology to create innovative audio devices for outdoor activities. - **Fitness & Sports:** Outdoor headphones designed for fitness and sports enthusiasts can be a game-changer and a competitive advantage for sportswear companies. - **Military & Defense:** The bone-conduction technology is suitable for military and defense purposes as it allows clear communication in high-pressure environments with noise-canceling built in features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bone Conduction Waterproof Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-conduction-waterproof-headphones.md) - [Waterproof Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openswim-pro.md) - [Underwater Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suunto-aqua.md) - [Athletic Open-Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-bone-conduction-headphones.md) - [Underwater Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonar-pro.md) - [Situational Awareness Athlete Earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suunto-sonic-bone-conduction-headphones.md) - [Bone-Conduction Bluetooth Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boneconduction-bluetooth-headset.md) - [Foldable Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-bone-conduction-headphones.md) - [Flexible Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haylou-purfree.md)