At CES 2014, Sengled wowed consumers with facial recognition lightbulbs for home security and it continues to do so by converging lighting with other purposes. In the case of its PULSE LED Speakers—that don't really look like speakers—this home gadget provides illumination and serves as a sound system. Disguised as lightbulbs, these speakers are designed to sit in any standard E26 socket, such as in a lamp or in a ceiling.
Powered by 1.75-inch JBL Multi-Channel Stereo Wireless speakers, PULSE is able to stream music from a Bluetooth-enabled device. When it comes to control, everything from volume to the intensity of light is handled through a dial on the screen of an accompanying smartphone app. Knowing that music and light are two essentials for many households, this is a genius combination.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Converged Technology
- The convergence of multiple technologies, such as lighting and sound, creates innovative and multifunctional products.
- Smart Home Integration
- Integrating various components of a smart home, like lighting and speakers, into a single device offers convenience and seamless functionality.
- Wireless Connectivity
- Wireless streaming and control capabilities enhance the user experience and eliminate the need for cumbersome wires.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Home Automation
- The integration of lighting and sound into smart home devices presents opportunities for enhancing home automation systems.
- Consumer Electronics
- The convergence of technology in consumer electronics, like lightbulb-speakers, opens up new markets for innovative and multi-purpose devices.
- Audio Technology
- The incorporation of high-quality speakers into everyday objects, such as lightbulbs, disrupts the audio technology industry and offers novel audio solutions.
