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Portable Karaoke Systems

The Tiny Hi-Kara

— June 18, 2008 — Tech
For karaoke enthusiasts who value the ability to let their voice be heard everywhere, Japanese inventors have developed Hi-Kara, a tiny portable karaoke system.

Being hailed as the world's smallest karaoke cube, Hi-Kara measures 70x70x70mm and features a 2.4” LCD screen which displays lyrics. It also comes with a headset that can be shared between two people. Because I am sure your voice would sound much less annoying to your boyfriend/girlfriend's ears with the background music:

You can't upload any format you want though. You have to the Hi-Kara website and download songs onto a proprietary cartridge. Not so nice, eh?

If you still want it, the cube comes in two colors: White and Pink.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Karaoke Gadgets - There is a growing trend of portable karaoke gadgets such as Hi-Kara, and businesses can tap into that trend by producing similar products.
2. Compact Entertainment Devices - The demand for compact entertainment devices like Hi-Kara is increasing, and businesses can capitalize on this trend by developing small-sized devices that deliver quality entertainment.
3. Customizable Cartridges - There is an emerging trend of personalized cartridges for karaoke systems like Hi-Kara, and businesses can benefit from this trend by producing and selling customizable cartridges.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can benefit from the trend of portable karaoke gadgets like Hi-Kara by developing and manufacturing similar products.
2. Music Streaming Services - Music streaming services can capitalize on the trend of personalized cartridges for karaoke systems like Hi-Kara by providing a platform for customers to buy and download custom karaoke tracks.
3. Party Supplies - Party suppliers can tap into the trend of compact entertainment devices like Hi-Kara by adding these gadgets to their inventory to cater to customers looking for unique party entertainment ideas.
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