# Headphone-Integrated Hats The Hi-Hat is a Knitted Toque That Has Built-In Headphones for Easy Use By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-12-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headphoneintegrated-hats References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/17a0/) Listening to music while wearing all your heavy winter accessories can sometimes be a headache, but these headphone-integrated hats are offering tech-savvy individuals the chance to stay warm while listening to their tunes. While [regular headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disruptive-headphone) often provide you with adequate audio devices, it often leaves the rest of your head feeling mighty cold, especially during those chilly winter days. That's why this 'Hi-Hat' is a fantastically convenient way to keep your ears and head warm while simultaneously blasting your favorite tunes. Coming equipped with a built-in speaker that can easily attach to any [mobile device or MP3 player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overear-headphones1), this high-tech toque is perfect for those who are looking for winter accessories that are cozy and technologically efficient. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Headphone-integrated Accessories:** Expanding beyond hats, integrating headphones into scarves, gloves and even jackets presents opportunities for winter fashion brands to provide more versatile options for consumers. - **Smart Winter Wearables:** Incorporating technology into traditional winter wear creates new opportunities for wearable tech companies to disrupt the fashion industry and provide innovative solutions for tech-savvy consumers. - **Audio-integrated Accessories:** Combining audio and accessories presents opportunities for electronics brands to create new products that cater to multi-functional needs and provide a more seamless user experience. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The integration of technology into winter wear creates disruptive innovation opportunities for fashion brands to provide tech-savvy consumers with versatile and efficient accessories. - **Wearable Technology:** Integrating headphones into winter wearables presents innovative solutions for tech-savvy consumers and creates opportunities for wearable tech companies to disrupt the fashion industry. - **Audio Accessories:** The inclusion of audio devices in winter accessories, such as hats, scarves, and gloves, presents opportunities for electronics brands to create new products and provide a more seamless user experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waterproof Audio Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-audio-technology.md) - [Headband Display Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boinc-headphones.md) - [Helmet-Friendly Open Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detachable-open-ear-headphones.md) - [Retro Tech-Inspired Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/km5-lightwear-headphones-hp1.md) - [Hybrid Wearable Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckphone-tri.md) - [Enhanced Music Display Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futureahead.md) - [Heated Audio Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-earbuds.md) - [Headphone-Holding Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cornucopia-speaker.md) - [Headband-Style Sport Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-headband-headphones.md)