# Phone-Charging Headphones These 'Phaz' Headphones Were Unveiled in Three New Models at CES 2016 By David Ingram | Published 2016-01-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phaz References: [wired](http://www.wired.com/2016/01/phaz/) & [phazmusic](http://www.phazmusic.com/catalog/) These [high-end](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspire-series) 'Phaz' headphones are able to actually charge your smartphone while you listen to music. The unique headphones differ from other devices on the market by connecting to your phone's data port, as opposed to the headphone jack. By doing so, the headphones are able produce a higher level of [audio quality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hdb-headphones) by sending the raw data directly into the audio components. Plus, the battery found inside the headphones will actually charge your device through the data port, without any sacrifice to the overall sound quality. Phaz is debuting three new models at this year's CES 2016 event. These headphones also come with a switchable Bass Boost that add an extra 15 decibels of bass impact, without causing any distortion to your listening experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Phone-charging Headphones:** Opportunity to disrupt the audio accessories market by combining music listening and smartphone charging functionalities in one device. - **Data Port Connectivity:** Opportunity to revolutionize the way headphones connect to devices by utilizing the data port for enhanced audio quality. - **Switchable Bass Boost:** Opportunity to enhance the listening experience by offering switchable bass boost without sacrificing sound quality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Accessories:** Opportunity for audio companies to develop and market headphones with phone-charging capabilities. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics manufacturers to incorporate data port connectivity in their headphone products. - **Entertainment Technology:** Opportunity for entertainment technology companies to develop innovative audio devices with switchable bass boost feature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Quick-Charging Wireless Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eaha800.md) - [Solar-Powered Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpt02-sol.md) - [Minimalist Magnetic Headphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/max-headphones-charging-stand.md) - [Flexible Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaibo-flex-headphones.md) - [Sleek Smartphone-Charging Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-soundcore-p41i-earbuds.md) - [Hybrid Wearable Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckphone-tri.md) - [Rapid-Charging Wireless Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m20xbt.md) - [Luxe Lossless Audio Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/questyle-nhb12.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-phoenix-earbuds.md)