# Near-Field Surround Sound Chairs Razer's Project Carol Offers Haptics and Sound-Equipped Cushions By Colin Smith | Published 2023-01-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-carol References: [razer](https://www.razer.com/ca-en/concepts/project-carol)  [Razer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-project-madison) took to the stage at CES 2023 to unveil 'Project Carol,' its latest innovation in the gaming [chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andaseat-kaiser-3) and office chair space. This chair offers a unique feature that its current [Iskur](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-iskur-v2-x) and Enki chairs do not, which is near-field surround sound and haptic feedback. The head cushion on this chair features two 7.1 surround sound speakers that deliver pure near-field surround sound with unparalleled accuracy and quality. This combines with the headrest's haptic feedback system to increase the immersion by delivering real-time haptics that represent the sounds being played. Razer's Project Carol gaming chair connects to a PC device via the 2.4 GHz wireless band, and lasts for eight hours on a single charge, allowing gamers to enjoy seamless high-quality audio for an entire, or multiple, gaming sessions on a single charge.S Image Credit: Razer ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Near-field Surround Sound Chairs:** Gaming chair manufacturers can consider integrating surround sound and haptic feedback systems for better gaming experience. - **Wireless Gaming Chairs:** Chair manufacturers can consider integrating wireless connectivity systems as a unique feature of their products. - **Haptic Feedback Cushions:** Cushion manufacturers can consider integrating haptic feedback systems as a unique feature of their products. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Chair Industry:** Chair manufacturers can consider integrating surround sound and haptic feedback systems in gaming chairs as a unique selling point. - **Wireless Communication Industry:** Wireless communication manufacturers can pitch their products as a unique accessory for gaming chairs and offices that require wireless connectivity. - **Cushion Industry:** Cushion manufacturers can consider integrating haptic feedback systems in their products to improve user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive Haptic Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-project-madison.md) - [Haptic Gamer Chair Cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-project-esther.md) - [Game-Connected Desk Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-enki-pro-hypersense.md) - [Responsive Gamer Chair Cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-gaming-cushion.md) - [Cushioning Headrest Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-clio.md) - [Temperature-Sensitive Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-arielle.md) - [Immersive Audio-Equipped Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nemesis-2.md) - [Haptic Feedback Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-synk-x.md) - [Noise Reduction Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-destrier-ergo.md)