# Music-Embedded Ponchos The Radio Poncho by Liana Kong Plays Tunes Through the Hoodie By Tana Makmanee | Published 2014-05-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-poncho References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/wearable/one_way_to_listen_to_music_and_stay_dry_on_a_rainy_walk_without_waterlogging_your_iphone_26944.asp) & [lianakong](http://www.lianakong.com/) The Radio Poncho is a unique rainwear concept by [Carnegie Mellon University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sapio-agents) student Liana [Kong](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kong-konnect), which infuses musical elements in a much more unique and integrated manner. While most people would simply pop in their [earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openear-earbud-concept) and start blasting their tunes while out and about, the Radio Poncho by Liana Kong encourages consumers to become more aware and connected with their outdoor environment, allowing them to listen to music without detaching from the outside world. Integrating the music right into the design of the poncho itself, Kong allows users to enjoy tunes without the burden of headphones, but rather requires wearers to pull over their hoods in order for the musical elements to start playing. Featuring drawstrings that adjust the volume and buttons that change the radio stations, this eclectic Radio Poncho by Liana Kong is illustrating a move toward more sensory and environmentally integrated everyday products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Integrated Wearable Music:** The trend of integrating music into wearable products is disrupting traditional audio accessories. - **Sensory Outdoor Products:** The trend of sensory outdoor products is disrupting traditional rainwear and outdoor gear. - **Innovative Volume and Station Controls:** The trend of innovative volume and station controls in wearable tech is disrupting traditional remote controls. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has an opportunity to collaborate more with technology companies to create innovative, music-embedded products that can enhance the overall user experience and differentiate their products from competitors. - **Outdoor Equipment:** The outdoor equipment industry has an opportunity to create sensory-based products that can improve the outdoor experience and provide greater value to customers. - **Audio Accessories:** The audio accessories industry has an opportunity to incorporate innovative controls and sensory features into their products, as well as collaborate with other industries to create unique, integrated products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Poncho-Style Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onetigris-tentsformer.md) - [Hybrid Poncho-Transformed Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nrg-metamorph-poncho.md) - [Breathable Festival Fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nobis.md) - [Beer-Proof Ponchos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pint-cho.md) - [Enhanced Music Display Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futureahead.md) - [Fashion-Forward Audio Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-audio.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Digital Audio Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hires-player.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Backpack-Style Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-amplifier.md)