# Tablet-Mounting Theater Speakers The OIO Amp Turns Your iPad into a Home Theater By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oio-amp References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/08/21/from-ipad-to-itheatre/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/OIO-001-A-Amp-Asphalt-color/dp/B0716GNPG1/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503351997&sr=8-1&keywords=oio+amp+ipad&tag=trenhunt0f-20) Many consumers are using smartphones and tablets to watch their favorite programming, so the [OIO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-air-factory) Amp is a dock speaker unit that enables it to be instantly transformed into a [dedicated home theater solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/awol-theater-3500x). The device works with your iPad to instantly dock it in place and offer [impressive speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plus-minus-zero) that will transform the device into a powerhouse when it comes to watching your favorite movies and TV shows. The unit also features a 900mAH battery pack that will enable users to watch up to nine hours of programming before requiring a recharge. The OIO Amp iPad home theater dock is the design work of Gregg Davis and is an exceptional piece of equipment for the home, dorm room or virtually anywhere else that tablets are used. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Tablet-mounting Theater Speakers:** The trend of tablet-mounting theater speakers provides a convenient and immersive home theater experience for consumers. - **Smartphone and Tablet Viewing:** The trend of using smartphones and tablets for watching programming opens up opportunities for products like the OIO Amp that enhance the viewing experience. - **Dock Speaker Units:** The trend of dock speaker units offers a versatile solution for transforming tablets into dedicated home theater systems. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of tablet-mounting theater speakers by producing innovative and high-quality dock speaker units. - **Audio Equipment:** The audio equipment industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by creating cutting-edge speakers specifically designed for tablet-mounting and enhancing the home theater experience. - **Media Streaming:** The media streaming industry can benefit from the trend of smartphone and tablet viewing by developing platforms and technologies that optimize the streaming experience on mobile devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Speaker-Flanked Projector Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-mini-theater.md) - [Comforting Pillow-Like Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oa-speaker.md) - [Posh Power-Free Smartphone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplifying-speaker.md) - [Portable Theater Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-htax7.md) - [Customizable Bluetooth Amplifier Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whooshi-portable-amplifier.md) - [Mobile Device Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-stand-dock.md) - [Portable Pill-Shaped Soundbar Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-stanbyme-speaker.md) - [Eye-Catching Freestanding Home Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oli-home-speaker.md) - [Stand-Attached Smart Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-tablet.md)