# Auto-Branded Boomboxes Rock Out with the MINI Rocks Sonoro Limited-Edition Internet Radio By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2010-09-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-rocks-sonoro References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/mini-rocks-sonoro-internet-radio-makes-for-a-great-christmas-gift/) & [dexigner](http://www.dexigner.com/product/news-g21268.html) The MINI Rocks Sonoro Limited Edition Internet radio is in a league of its own. With a [sleek design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-audio-boutique) powered by Wi-Fi and LAN, listeners from all around the globe can tune in and jam to 18,000 [Internet radio stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32). Designed by MINI with its philosophy of space efficiency, the MINI Rocks Sonoro is also [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wireless-speaker)-friendly and can be accessed via remote with intense bass as you rock your house parties with style and sound. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Auto-branded Audio Systems:** Opportunity for automakers to expand their brand beyond the automobile industry by creating audio systems that embody their brand's design philosophy and offer unique features. - **Internet-connected Audio Devices:** Rising demand for audio devices that offer access to Internet radio stations and other streaming services, providing opportunities for companies to create innovative products that meet this need. - **Home Entertainment Technology:** Growing consumer interest in home entertainment technology, creating opportunities for companies to create products that offer a high-quality audio experience and fit seamlessly into consumers' homes. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Opportunity for automakers to expand their product lines beyond cars and create brand-aligned audio equipment that appeals to their target markets. - **Consumer Electronics:** Rising demand for audio devices that are connected to the Internet and provide access to streaming services like Internet radio, providing opportunities for companies in the consumer electronics industry to create innovative products that meet this need. - **Home Appliance:** Opportunity for companies in the home appliance industry to develop audio systems that integrate with other home entertainment technology, providing a seamless user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Compact Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-mino.md) - [Portable Sonic-Optimized Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newordinary-songbook-max-speaker.md) - [Mini Portable Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini.md) - [Artisan Hi-Fi Radiograms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r810-mie.md) - [Dynamic Miniature Monolithic Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nocs-mini.md) - [Minimalist Wireless Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wireless-speaker.md) - [Modernized Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-memory.md) - [Industrial Design Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-desk.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md)