# Low-Profile Gaming Earbuds The Razer Ifrit is Focused on the Videogame Streaming Community By Justin Lam | Published 2018-09-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-ifrit References: [cnet](https://www.cnet.com/news/razers-tiny-new-headset-means-no-more-princess-leia-buns-for-game-streamers/) & [razer](https://www.razer.com/ca-en/gaming-broadcaster/razer-ifrit) Gaming headsets are often quite large and bulky but the new Razer Ifrit reimagines traditional gaming headphones by focusing on a low-profile design. Designed as in-ear headphones, the Razer Ifrit features an adjustable condenser microphone that helps to reduce the pickup of background noise. The headset comes equipped with a 3.5mm audio jack, but can also connect through the Razer USB Audio Enhancer allowing users greater control over audio quality and compatibility with USB ports on PC, [Mac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/h3-wireless), [Xbox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kaira-x), [PlayStation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackshark-v2) and many other devices. The decision to create a low-profile headset was inspired by the game streaming community. The low-profile design of the Razer Ifrit ensures the streamer's face is not obscured and is free from bulky headphones. To further the position of the Ifrit as a streamer-focused headset, Razer has partnered with NJPW wrestler and video game streamer Kenny Omega. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Low-profile Gaming Headsets:** The demand for streamer-focused headsets is growing, which presents an opportunity for companies to create more discreet, low-profile options. - **Adjustable Condenser Microphones:** Microphone technology that reduces background noise while streaming and gaming presents opportunities for innovation in the tech and audio industries. - **USB Audio Enhancers:** As more gaming devices become compatible with USB ports, there is a growing market for audio enhancers that allow users to fully control audio quality in any setting. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Technology:** As the gaming community grows, so too does the market for innovative gaming accessories that enhance the overall experience. - **Audio Technology:** Microphone technology and audio enhancers capable of improving sound quality are in high demand in the streaming and gaming communities. - **Fashion and Wearable Tech:** The trend towards discrete, low-profile headsets that allow users greater flexibility and comfort present an opportunity for fashion and wearable technology companies to innovate. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [RGB-Equipped Gaming Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-4.md) - [Gamer-Targeted In-Ear Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-moray.md) - [Immersive eSports Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-wireless-gaming-earbuds.md) - [Intuitive Configuration eSports Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-microphones.md) - [Gamer Creator-Centric Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nth100m.md) - [Low-Latency Gamer Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roccat-syn-buds-air.md) - [Practical Gaming-Ready Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-barracuda.md) - [Triangular Desktop Gamer Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angry-miao-cyberblade.md) - [Wireless Console-Specific Gamer Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kaira-headsets.md)