# Noise-Blocking Sound Fields The Muzo Devices Creates a Noise-Cancelling Personal Bubble By Joey Haar | Published 2016-09-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muzo References: [thenextweb](http://thenextweb.com/gadgets/2016/09/22/noise-blocking-device/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1280803647/muzo-your-personal-zone-creator-with-noise-blockin/description) [Noise-cancelling headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-headphone) are effective for blocking out the cacophony of city noise or a loud roommate's [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-theft-auto-vi-an-extended-look) binge, but the Muzo device is a way to block out sound without having to don an oversized pair of headphone. The slim device creates a noise blocking "bubble" that gives those inside it a silent sanctuary without having to wear anything on their ears. Muzo is best used by being stuck onto a window or wall with its suction cup backing. The device uses that surface as a vibration board, turning windows and walls into giant speakers that emit the noise-cancelling waves. Beyond silence, the Muzo device syncs with a smartphone app to play a [gentle soundscape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brownoise) or a user's music in the sound field. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Noise-blocking Sound Fields:** The Muzo device creates a disruptive innovation opportunity by providing a noise-cancelling personal bubble without the need for headphones. ### Who This Affects Most - **Personal Audio:** The personal audio industry can explore opportunities to integrate noise-blocking technology into their products, offering users a more immersive and private listening experience. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Architecture and interior design industries can take advantage of Muzo's noise-blocking technology to create quieter and more peaceful spaces for their clients. - **Smartphone Accessories:** The smartphone accessories industry can develop products that leverage Muzo's sound field technology, providing users with immersive audio experiences without the need for headphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sound-Blocking Office Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-phone-booth.md) - [Noise-Filtering Earbud Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earbud-accessory.md) - [Sound-Proof Meditation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/headspace-pod.md) - [No-Nonsense Sleep Sound Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manta-white-noise-machine.md) - [Balanced Noise-Masking Sound Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nocturne-sound-machine.md) - [Ambient Noise-Filtering Wireless Earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noisefiltering-wireless-earphone.md) - [Conscious Smartphone Detox Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muto.md) - [Noise-Blocking Sleep Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/somnipods-3.md) - [Targeted Audio Wave Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipp-speaker-concept.md)