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# Sleek Angular Gamer Headsets
The Mad Catz War Warhead Looks Badass and Has theTools to Kick Ass

By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-10 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-catz-war-warhead
References: [crunchgear](http://www.crunchgear.com/2011/06/08/mad-catz-and-tritton-say-their-warhead-is-the-ultimate-wireless-360-headset/) & [madcatz](http://www.madcatz.com/)

The latest headset that was unveiled at the infamous E3 convention is this thing of beauty called the Mad Catz Warhead.

With a name like Mad Catz War Warhead, this piece certainly has the looks to match. This gaming gear is decked out in a sweet black finish with angular earmuffs, highlighted by orange padding on the inside. As for the specs, these bad boys are cordless with [Dolby](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-g435-lightspeed) 7.1 technology—in fact, these are the [first Dolby wireless headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mmx-150-wireless) on the market. The company is using 5.8Hz frequency, virtual surround sound that comes from extra large 50mm neodymium drivers. Since it’s wireless, the headsets operate via a removable battery pack. Of course, there’s also an adjustable mic included in case you wanted to talk trash to online players.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.6/10
- Popularity: 5% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Cordless Gaming Headsets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced cordless gaming headsets with improved sound quality and comfort.
- **Dolby Wireless Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore applications of Dolby wireless technology in various audio devices and consumer electronics.
- **Virtual Surround Sound:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive virtual surround sound experiences in gaming headsets and other audio products.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Gaming Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design innovative gaming accessories for enhanced gaming experiences.
- **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate wireless technologies and advanced features in consumer electronics products.
- **Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cutting-edge audio technologies for improved sound reproduction and audio immersion.

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