The LG ThinQ Speaker is set to be introduced at CES 2018 in Las Vegas as an all-new Google Assistant-powered device for the home.
The smart speaker is being touted as one that produces high-quality sound and comes with the Google Assistant as a built-in. Beyond just being a smart companion, the speaker also offers a personalized voice-activated interface for LG's range of smart home appliances. For instance, those who own the LG ThinQ Speaker and other LG appliances will be able to offer voice commands such as: "OK Google, talk to LG, turn on the air purifier."
As well as putting a premium on streamlining smart systems within the home, the LG speaker promises to deliver a quality listening experience with Meridian Audio technology and compatibility with lossless files.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Voice-activated Interfaces
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new voice-activated interfaces for various smart home appliances and devices.
- Streamlined Smart Systems
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create integrated systems that allow seamless control and interaction between different smart home appliances and devices.
- High-quality Smart Speakers
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture smart speakers that prioritize audio quality and offer compatibility with lossless files.
Where This Applies
- Smart Home Appliances
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart home appliances with built-in voice-activated interfaces for improved convenience and control.
- Audio Technology
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore and improve audio technologies to enhance the sound quality and listening experience of smart speakers.
- Home Automation
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create integrated systems that connect and automate various aspects of smart homes for enhanced efficiency and ease of use.
