# Illuminated Computer Mute Buttons The 'mütesync' Physical Mute Button Keeps Users Informed By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-04-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/physical-mute-button References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/mutesync-physical-mute-button-for-video-calls/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+geeky-gadgets+%28Geeky+Gadgets%29) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mutesync/mutesync-a-physical-mute-button-for-video-calls) The surge of professionals working from home and spending hours on [video calls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundmixer) has many feeling the effects of always-on lifestyles, so the 'mütesync' physical mute button is designed to offer them a dedicated way to log off. The button works by being connected to a computer and will immediately provide users with a dedicated way to cut off their microphone when on a call. The button works with Zoom, Meet, [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-audio-dock) Teams and Discord to let users easily toggle their microphone off and on with a single touch. The 'mütesync' physical mute button will clearly indicate whether or not the microphone is on thanks to an illuminated functionality that can be customized with a number of different colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 10% - 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) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Physical Mute Buttons for Remote Work:** A trend of designing physical mute buttons that offers professionals working from home and on video calls an easy way to mute and cut off their microphone. - **Illuminated Functionality for Mute Buttons:** A trend of adding illuminated functionality to physical mute buttons that indicates microphone status in real-time. - **Integration of Zoom, Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Discord:** A trend of creating mute buttons that works with different video conferencing platforms to increase productivity and work flexibility. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** Opportunity for technology companies to create and manufacture physical mute buttons integrated with different video conferencing platforms for remote workers. - **Design:** Opportunity for designers to create visually engaging physical mute buttons with customizable illuminated functionality and ergonomic design for seamless user experience. - **Telecommunications:** Opportunity for telecommunication companies to develop and improve video conferencing systems through the integration of physical mute buttons and other related features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handheld Video Conference Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pauseme.md) - [Physical Video Call Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-meeting-controller.md) - [Quick Mute Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mic-drop.md) - [Rotating Indicator Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voice-bar-microphone.md) - [Voice Suppression Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mutalk.md) - [Plug-and-Play Meeting Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boop.md) - [WFH Mouse-Activating Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouse-mover.md) - [Simplified Meeting Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airbounce-for-mac.md) - [Customizable Workplace Productivity Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/busy-tag.md)