# Musical Tanning Towels The Hi-Sun Beach Towel Has Speakers for iPhones and iPods By Annie Ho | Published 2010-06-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hi-sun-beach-towel References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/hi-sun-speaker-beach-towel-folds-into-a-backpack/) & [hi-fun](http://www.hi-fun.com/products/hi-Sun.html) The Hi-Sun Beach Towel lets you listen to your music while you get a nice tan. Sure, you can bring your [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-player-wearable-wallet) or [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-parasol) and stuff headphones in your ears, but that poses a problem if you decide to go in the water for a swim. The Hi-Sun Beach Towel eliminates the hassle altogether with its [built-in speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundcore-boom-3i). If you don't have an iDevice, fear not -- the towel is compatible with any media player that uses a 3.5 mm universal jack. Perfect for a summer beach or pool party! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Beach Accessories:** Opportunity for creating innovative beach products that merge technology and functionality. - **Multi-purpose Textiles:** Opportunity for developing textiles with integrated features that enhance user experience. - **Outdoor Entertainment:** Opportunity for creating outdoor entertainment systems that cater to consumer needs and preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics manufacturers to create innovative audio-integrated products for outdoor use. - **Textile and Apparel:** Opportunity for textile and apparel companies to develop functional and technologically advanced beach towels. - **Entertainment and Events:** Opportunity for entertainment companies and event organizers to provide unique and immersive experiences with outdoor audio systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Cost Shower-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-vappeby.md) - [Artful Graphic Beach Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artist-terry-beach-towel.md) - [Beach-Ready Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-speaker-1.md) - [Solar Powered Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-speaker.md) - [Phone Charger-Infused Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-chargerinfused-speaker.md) - [Eco-Conscious Beach Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiveadrift.md) - [Fashion-Branded Camping Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nautica-urban-sp100.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Retro Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kooltunes.md) - [Tech-Friendly Beach Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech-friendly-beach-chair.md)