# Detaching Earbud Adapters The POGO Audio Jack Has a Quick-Release Function When Force is Applied By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pogo-audio-jack References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/08/27/pogo-the-breakaway-cable-adapter/) & [jpdes](http://jpdes.com/THE-POGO-Concept-Video) If it hasn't happened to you, you may have witnessed this scenario at that gym: a person is focused while running on a treadmill and accidentally catches his headset wires with his hand, causing his [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod) to be flung away. The POGO audio jack concept prevents the annoying outcome of a minor slip-up with an easy release system. It keeps your media player motionless in your pocket or against the fitness machine. Jon Patterson has developed a two-part adapter that sticks together with a magnet and transmits signals through four connecting pins. The link is strong enough to support the weight of your [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-tws), but any force will dislodge and separate the segments. Simply plug your [earbuds into to POGO audio jack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-charge-adapter), and then insert this into your device. You can even hook the components up sideways. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Quick-release Audio Jacks:** The POGO audio jack concept is a prime example of this trend, providing an easy release system to prevent accidents from sudden force applied to headphones. - **Magnetic Adapters:** The use of magnets in the POGO audio jack adapter is a trend to watch for in other electronic adapters and devices. - **Hands-free Connectivity:** The POGO audio jack technology, once more widely adopted, has the potential to disrupt the market for traditional wired headphones as it provides a hands-free option for music listeners. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Devices:** The POGO audio jack technology can be integrated into mobile devices to improve user experience and provide added safety features. - **Fitness Equipment:** The POGO audio jack technology has the potential to disrupt the fitness equipment industry as it provides a safer and more convenient workout experience for users. - **Audio Accessories:** The POGO audio jack technology can be applied to other audio accessories such as speakers, amplifiers, and in-car entertainment systems, improving user experience and providing added safety features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Earbud Connecting Chains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podchain.md) - [Detachable Dual-Mode Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamline-hybrid-earphones.md) - [Accessible Power Cord Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipull.md) - [Miniscule Modular Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pockit.md) - [Hybrid Overear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oscene-ear.md) - [Workout-Ready Open-Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneodio-openrock-pro.md) - [Secure Sports-Ready Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earshots.md) - [Ergonomic Dual-Function Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bored-buds.md) - [Youth-Targeted Headphone Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pogs-kids-headphones.md)