# Italian Marble Smartphone Speakers The 'Trombetta' iPhone Speaker Dock is Tech-Free By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-speaker-dock References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2017/06/22/72560/trombetta-marble-iphone-speaker-dock-moreno-ratti.html) & [morenoratti](http://www.morenoratti.com/product.php?id_product=126&name=trombetta) The 'Trombetta' [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artifox-monument) speaker dock is a designer piece of equipment for the home or office that will provide users with the ability to listen to music on their smartphone without having to plug it in or pair it via Bluetooth. This is thanks to the tech-free design of the 'Trombetta' that simply utilizes amplification in order to turn the small speaker on your smartphone into a powerhouse for listening to tunes. The 'Trombetta' iPhone speaker dock is the design work of Moreno Ratti and is completely free of wires or connectivity, which makes it a piece of art for the home or office. The piece is crafted from a [single block of Italian marble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosound-balance-natura-speaker) to further enhance the sophisticated nature of the unit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smartphone Speaker Docks:** The Italian Marble Smartphone Speakers showcase the trend of smartphone speaker docks that eliminate the need for wires or connectivity. - **Tech-free Design:** The 'Trombetta' speaker dock exemplifies the trend of tech-free designs that utilize amplification for a more user-friendly and wire-free experience. - **Italian Marble Home Decor:** The use of Italian marble in the 'Trombetta' speaker dock represents the trend of incorporating luxurious and sophisticated materials into home decor. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Audio Equipment:** The smartphone speaker dock industry can leverage the trend of wire-free designs to create innovative audio solutions for homes. - **Design and Art:** The use of Italian marble in the 'Trombetta' speaker dock presents an opportunity for artists and designers to create unique and luxurious pieces for the home. - **Mobile Technology:** The tech-free design trend in smartphone speaker docks opens up possibilities for mobile technology companies to create innovative and convenient audio solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Posh Power-Free Smartphone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplifying-speaker.md) - [Freestanding Smartphone Dock Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jteman-phone-stand-and-speaker.md) - [Minimalist Metallic Speaker Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suono-bluetooth-speaker.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-city-energy-pro.md) - [Minimalist Art Piece Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totem-rr231.md) - [Sculptural Wireless Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-and-wireless-charger-concept.md) - [Tubular Note-Shaped Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-audio-device.md) - [Chic Marble-Accented Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosound-balance-natura-speaker.md) - [Sculptural Gondola-Inspired Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gondola-bluetooth-speaker.md)