I wonder if the Lacie Sound2 USB Speakers really were inspired by earbuds. I mean, they look exactly like them, just oversized. I’ve always been fascinated by ordinary objects that have either been miniaturized or blown up. No matter what it is, that one-time run-of-the-mill object somehow always becomes a novelty.
I guess this is a question better left for the designer, Neil Poulton. Made for laptops, the Lacie Sound2 USB Speakers feature audio from Cabasse and will run you about $100. I guess you’ll have to decide for yourself if these novelty speakers are for you.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Oversized Object Accessories
- There is room for innovation in designing oversized versions of everyday objects as accessories.
- Portability in Audio Devices
- Audio devices that are portable, lightweight, and easy to carry around are in demand in the market.
- Speaker Design Inspiration
- Designers can take inspiration from everyday objects to create unique and novel designs for audio devices.
Where This Applies
- Consumer Electronics
- Companies in the consumer electronics industry can explore new and innovative designs for portable audio devices.
- Retail
- Retailers can stock and market quirky and unique audio devices that appeal to customers looking for novelty items.
- Design
- Designers can experiment with incorporating everyday objects into their designs for audio devices to create products that stand out in the market.
