# E-Book Speaker Docks The Readerdock Firestation Plays Blasts Content from the Kindle Fire By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-04-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readerdock-firestation References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/readerdock-firestation-nstation-speaker-docks/22082/) & [readerdock](http://www.readerdock.com/index.php/how-firestation-works/) The Readerdock FireStation acts as both a [speaker and a charger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soak) for the [Kindle Fire E-Book Reader](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindle-colorsoft). The dock connects to the Kindle Fire via a USB cable and begins to charge the reader as soon as the device is plugged into an electrical outlet. The speaker system can be used with or without headphones for listening to the content on the reader. Even when docked, files can be transferred between the computer and the Kindle. Readers can also adjust the device to their optimal viewing position as the dock swivels both horizontally and vertically. The company didn't leave out Nook Color users and it also created the [N-Station dock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dock-stand) for those who don't use a Kindle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **E-book Speaker Docks:** Combining multiple functions in one device leads to convenience and accessibility for the users. - **Mobile Device Integration:** Speaker docks that have direct in-device plug-ins have the potential to be adopted widely. - **Vertical Swivel Docking System:** Swivel docking systems make device storage vertical and minimalistic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics providers have a new sales avenue by integrating more functionalities into their devices. - **Audio Tech Industry:** Incorporating mobile device integration into the speaker systems can expand audio tech industries. - **Furniture:** Vertical docking systems could also be made for smart furniture to maximize space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Speaker-Equipped Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-city-energy-pro.md) - [Stealthy Multifunctional Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eko-system.md) - [Mobile Device Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usbc-stand-dock.md) - [Phone Charger-Infused Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-chargerinfused-speaker.md) - [Freestanding Smartphone Dock Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jteman-phone-stand-and-speaker.md) - [Children-Friendly E-Readers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindle-colorsoft-kids.md) - [Docking-Friendly Digital Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astellkern-pd10.md) - [Chromatic Paper-Like eReaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindle-colorsoft.md) - [Music-Playing Book Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-book-stand.md)