# Wearable Clip-On Speakers The Polk Boom Bit Rechargeable Speaker Can be Clipped Almost Anywhere By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rechargeable-speaker References: [digitaltrends](http://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/polk-boom-bit-wearable-bluetooth-speaker/) & [polkboom](http://www.polkboom.com/) Designed to be a new way for runners to listen to music during their exercise regime, the Polk Boom Bit rechargeable speaker gives a whole new meaning to [portable speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magboom-mini). Intended to be clipped onto a shirt, a backpack or anywhere else one desires, the Polk Boom Bit is sized to be similar in size to other technology such as smartphones and [wireless headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shokz-opendots-one). The Polk Boom Bit unit enables runners and [athletes to listen to their music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riptlite) without having to actually use headphones to make them feel less restricted in their movement. The Polk Boom Bit rechargeable speaker weights eight ounces and is less than three inches in length. It also enables users to take calls as they are using it to limit the need to constantly reach for their phone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Wearable Speakers:** The trend of wearable speakers creates opportunities to develop new products that offer hands-free communication and audio entertainment. - **Sporting Accessories:** The trend for sporting accessories that incorporate technology opens up opportunities for developing innovative wearable, lightweight and durable devices. - **Wireless Audio:** The trend towards wireless audio experiences creates an opportunity to produce a new range of products that integrate with existing wearable devices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports and Fitness:** The sports and fitness industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the trend of wearable speakers to create new product lines to attract tech-savvy customers. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry may develop new wireless audio products and make it more accessible to accommodate tech-savvy consumers. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry may develop new devices for hands-free communication and audio entertainment to accommodate consumer needs and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wearable Mini Wireless Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-mino-t.md) - [Wearable Performance Speaker Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-xboom-go-xg2t-speaker.md) - [Pocket-Sized Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniroll.md) - [Mini Portable Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini.md) - [Pickleball-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaqua-barnacle-pro-20.md) - [Style-Driven Clip-On Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-soundgear-clips.md) - [Rugged Bass-Boosted Speaker Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundcore-boom-2-plus.md) - [Portable In-Home Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-soundlink-home.md) - [Vibrating Wearable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-wearable-speaker.md)