# Vintage-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers Lofree's QTV Blends Retro Design with High-Quality Sound By Ell Smith | Published 2018-05-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lofrees-qtv References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/technology/lofree-qtv-speaker-04-23-2018/) & [qtv.lofree.co](https://qtv.lofree.co/) [Lofree's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-laptop-concept) QTV seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology with nostalgic design, offering consumers a retro music-listening device that's equipped with high sound quality, making for a unique musical experience. This device offers five hours of playing time and features an integrated bluetooth speaker -- both features which contradict the device's [retro-inspired aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic). Serving as the perfect addition to one's home, or the perfect accessory to accompany one at the park, Lofree's QTV speaker is sure to offer a [portable and versatile music player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini). The devices arrive in four colorways including green, red, white and blue. Each device can fit in the palm of one's hand, making for a comfortable listening experience that's as convenient as it is aesthetically pleasing. Image credit: Zach Andrews Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/technology/lofree-qtv-speaker-04-23-2018/), [qtv.lofree.co](https://qtv.lofree.co/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Bluetooth Speakers with Vintage Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create retro-inspired bluetooth speakers with cutting-edge technology for a unique music-listening experience. - **Portable Retro Music Player:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop compact and versatile music players with nostalgic design and integrated bluetooth speakers. - **Nostalgic Design in High-quality Audio Devices:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine nostalgic aesthetics and high sound quality in audio devices to offer consumers a unique and visually appealing musical experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate retro design elements and advanced audio technology in consumer electronic devices to attract a wide range of customers. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate retro-inspired bluetooth speakers into home decor items for a seamless blend of design and functionality. - **Music and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with musicians and entertainers to create branded retro bluetooth speakers that cater to their fan base and enhance the overall music experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Style Tabletop Speaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nattbadd-bluetooth.md) - [Retro Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32.md) - [Sleek Visual Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-audio-boutique.md) - [Desktop Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orgdot-n200.md) - [Visually Attractive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition.md) - [Nostalgic Streaming Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-songbook.md) - [Fashion-Forward Audio Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-audio.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hepburn-voice.md)