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# LaCie Unveils First FireWire Speakers

By kyosuke0603 | Published 2007-02-20 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacie-unveils-first-firewire-speakers
References: [lacie](http://www.lacie.com/company/news/news.htm?id=10308)

They are sleek and savvy speakers built on the power of firewire thus eliminating the hassle webs of power cables and wires. Ideal for it's comfortability and portability. Assured to be perfect for your listening pleasures combined with aesthetic and style.

**Implications** - Though small speakers match the [minimalist movement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoan-desktop) that is making waves in the design industry, they are rumored to have lesser sound quality. The FireWire speakers by Lacie are looking to change this common perception. These [cute speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition) are bowered by the FireWire bus, and thus, do not need to be plugged in. The combination of [convenience, aesthetics and quality sound capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kanto-audio) make the FireWire speakers a must have.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.9/10
- Popularity: 2% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Minimalist Design:** Expanding on the minimalist movement, there is an opportunity for companies to innovate by creating small speakers with high sound quality.
- **Wireless Power:** The FireWire speakers eliminate the need for power cables and wires, presenting an opportunity for companies to develop wireless power technologies.
- **Convenience and Portability:** The FireWire speakers offer a solution for convenient and portable audio experiences, inspiring opportunities for companies to create sleek and portable audio devices.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Audio Technology:** The FireWire speakers demonstrate the potential for innovation in the audio technology industry, specifically in creating small speakers with improved sound quality.
- **Wireless Power Solutions:** The FireWire speakers highlight the demand for wireless power solutions, creating opportunities for companies in the wireless power industry.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The FireWire speakers address the need for convenient and portable audio devices, indicating potential disruption and innovation opportunities in the consumer electronics industry.

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