# Miniature Apple Pods Blast Music Favorites with the Maxell MXSP-U40 Speaker Dock By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxell-mxsp-u40 References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/07/maxell-announces-mxsp-u40-speaker-dock-for-ipodiphone/) & [maxell](http://www.maxell.com/) Chalk up the [Maxell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxell-mxcpp100) MXSP-U40 dock as one of your many options for [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stand-one-max)/iPod speakers because it may just be exactly what you're looking for. The Maxell MXSP-U40 is a miniature speaker that'd be perfect for your Apple device. The best way to think of it is that it's a miniature pod. With that in mind, the size of it is great for anyone who wants a speaker, but at the same time doesn't want it to take up too much space. There's also a built-in LED featured that can act as a nightstand light. The speakers can reportedly produce an output of 0.8W and can be connected to your computer via USB plug-in. It sounds like a promising product that will satisfy owners of [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinn) and iPods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Miniature Speakers:** Opportunity for companies to address consumer demand for compact, portable speakers with high quality sound for mobile devices. - **Multifunctional Speakers:** Companies can capitalize on the trend of speakers that have added functions, such as nightstand lights and USB connectivity. - **Apple Accessories:** Opportunities for businesses to offer innovative and functional accessories for Apple products, such as portable speakers that cater to their compact size and design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in this industry can develop miniature speakers with innovative features for various mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can create multifunctional speakers that can blend in with sleek modern design interiors, with features such as LED nightstand lights. - **Tech Accessories:** This industry can cater to the demand for innovative and stylish accessories for mobile devices, such as Apple-compatible speakers with multiple functions and high portability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Sized Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniroll.md) - [Ultra-Compact Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-mino.md) - [Portable Phone-Attached Mini Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magboom-mini.md) - [Travel-Friendly Mini Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-ears-1.md) - [Mini Portable Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini.md) - [Versatile Portable Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-bluetooth-speaker1.md) - [Durable Portable Performance Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-soundlink-max.md) - [Portable Wireless Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plus-minus-zero.md) - [Wearable Mini Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-mino-t.md)