# Smart Speaker-Disabling Cases The Hive Security Acoustic Insulator Disables Listening By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-09-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hive-security References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/hive-security-smart-speaker-acoustic-insulator-stops-your-smart-assistant-from-listening/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thegadgetflow+%28Gadget+Flow%29) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/483652592/hive-security?ref=97bj7m&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) The widespread popularity of smart speakers has led to many consumers becoming weary of the technology product listening in on their conversations, so the Hive Security acoustic insulator has been developed to offer a solution. The unit works by being positioned wherever the smart speaker is and having the technology product placed inside the main body. The door on the unit can be slid shut to completely disable the speaker and prevent it from listening for its trigger words or phrases. The Hive Security acoustic insulator is designed to work with 75% of the different smart speaker models on the market to make it suited for users of all kinds who have an [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantheone-audio-obsidian) Alexa, Google Assistant and other unit in their home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Speaker-disabling Cases:** Offering consumers peace of mind while also addressing concerns about privacy and security. - **Acoustic Insulators:** Providing solutions for individuals who want to utilize smart speakers while also maintaining their privacy. - **Privacy-protecting Accessories:** Developing a range of products to address concerns consumers have about privacy and security while using smart speakers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Security:** Providing individuals with an additional measure to safeguard their homes. - **Consumer Electronics:** Offering privacy-conscious consumers accessories that help them use smart speaker technology without sacrificing their privacy. - **Smart Home Technology:** Giving consumers more control over their privacy and security when using smart home devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anti-Listening Smart Speaker Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priveta-home.md) - [Anti-Listening Technology Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-device-privacy-controller.md) - [Anti-Intrusion Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sectock-privacy-phone-case.md) - [Audio Recording Prevention Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-speech-protector.md) - [Anti-Distraction Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cravt-speaker.md) - [Anti-Offensive Speech Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themis-device.md) - [Acousto-Optic Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-wireless-speaker-design.md) - [Megaphone-Like Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canary-smart-speaker.md) - [Voice-Quieting Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voiceabsorbing-face-mask.md)