# Mobile Home Speakers This Portable Wireless Speaker From Harman Kardon is Extremely Portable By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-10-15 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-wireless-speaker References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/445015996168670343/Go-) & [ca.harmankardon](http://ca.harmankardon.com/harman-kardon-product-detail_ca/hk-hkgoplaywrleu.html) This [portable wireless speaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-bluetooth-speaker1) by [Harman Kardon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traveller-speaker) is designed so that it can be picked up and played anywhere in the house. To put emphasis on the ease of portability of the system, the Go + Play Wireless speaker has a purse-like shape that is easily transported. The speaker makes use of Bluetooth technology to stream music without the need to be tethered to a tangle of wires. The device is compatible with both iOS and Android devices, including phones, music players, tablets, in addition to humble USB sticks. Aesthetically, the [simple black speaker system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kef-muo) is neutral enough to fit into the look of any room, where the most noticeable thing about it will be the booming sound. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) > [Holiday](https://www.trendhunter.com/holiday) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wireless Audio Technology:** Opportunity to develop and enhance wireless audio technology for speakers to be easily connected to mobile devices and compatible with various operating systems. - **Portable Design:** Opportunity to innovate portable speaker designs for easy and convenient transportation, such as incorporating additional features like straps and handles. - **Versatile Compatibility:** Opportunity to explore and implement more versatile compatibility features that extend beyond traditional mobile devices like USB sticks and other digital peripherals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturers have an opportunity to innovate the design and compatibility of their wireless and portable speakers for wider appeal and utility. - **Music Streaming Services:** Opportunity to collaborate with audio equipment manufacturers to develop and integrate technologies that enhance the listening experience on portable speakers. - **Mobile Device Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can expand their offerings by partnering with audio equipment manufacturers to create products that complement the audio features of their devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Traveler Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traveller-speaker.md) - [Portable Wireless Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plus-minus-zero.md) - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Tree-Inspired Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-pick-stand-speaker.md) - [Powerful Portable Party Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperboom.md) - [Portable Eco-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together-mini.md) - [Portable Theater Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-htax7.md) - [Spherical Hi-Fi Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devialet-mania.md) - [Portable Pill-Shaped Soundbar Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-stanbyme-speaker.md)