# Communication Via Fingertip HR Burton Gloves Provide Music, Phone for Snowboarders By Jessica Marcel | Published 2010-01-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hr-burton-gloves References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/01/25/roger-roger-talking-on-music-gloves/) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/public/image_file.asp?portfolio_id=3027948&individual_id=259934&s=0&v=4&a=5&t=0) The HR Burton gloves are a snowboarder's technological dream. They provide immediate access to music and also serve as a mobile phone. And it's all, literally, at your fingertips. The idea is a brilliant one considering all the other gear that snowboarders (or skiers, I didn't forget about you) need when they're on the mountain. Cold weather outdoor enthusiasts don't have the space for carrying a bunch of gadgets, and the HR Burton gloves are perfect for them. **Implications** - The [Burton Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowboardinspired-wireless-headphones) are every boarder's dream come true. Pairing well with the board, [jacket and snow pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-ski-jacket), these gloves come equipped with a [music player and a communication device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-wearable-controller), making sure no athlete is ever out of touch. On the slopes or on the ground, these gloves keep boarders warm, safe and entertained. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Gloves:** The integration of technology into gloves allows for convenient access to music and communication, catering to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts. - **Wearable Tech:** The HR Burton gloves showcase the potential of wearable technology in enhancing the outdoor sports experience. - **Multifunctional Gear:** The trend of combining multiple functions into a single product, such as the HR Burton gloves, provides convenience and efficiency to users. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Sports:** The integration of technology into snowboarding gear, like the HR Burton gloves, presents opportunities for innovation and growth in the outdoor sports industry. - **Wearable Technology:** The development of smart gloves like the HR Burton gloves opens avenues for innovation in the wearable technology industry. - **Personal Electronic Devices:** The HR Burton gloves demonstrate the potential for incorporating communication and music features into wearable devices, offering opportunities for disruption in the personal electronics industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Running Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weather-glove.md) - [Protective Communication Ski Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poc-obex-connect-helmet.md) - [Connected Snow Sport Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rekkie-smart-snow-goggles.md) - [Snowboard-Inspired Wireless Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowboardinspired-wireless-headphones.md) - [Waterproof Audio Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-audio-technology.md) - [High-Performance Waterproof Mitts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goretex-mitts.md) - [Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-control-wearable-remote.md) - [Graphene-Infused Heated Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphene-heated-gloves.md) - [Communication System Snow Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-latitude-s1-snow-helmet.md)