# TV Headphone Adapters The Sennheiser Flex 5000 Privatizes TV Audio to Not Disturb Others By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-flex-5000 References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/sennheiser-flex-5000-tv-headphones/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XYSRVR5/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Living in a shared space with family or friends means having to be as quiet as possible in the evening to not disturb others in the home, so the [Sennheiser](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-tv-headphones) Flex 5000 is intended to offer a way to let you watch TV without the associated blurring audio. The Sennheiser Flex 5000 works by connecting to your TV set and offering a [dongle receiver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxell-sync-up) that can enable headphones to be attached to it in order to transmit sound directly to your [favorite headset](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-hybrid). Aside from broadcasting audio, the adapter is also able to help users balance the sound and set whatever sound enhancement equalizers they want without having to use their smartphone. The Sennheiser Flex 5000 works at a distance of up to 200 feet and is ideal for those who love to binge on content. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 69% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tv-headphone Adapters for Shared Spaces:** Opportunity to disrupt the audio accessories market by offering solutions that allow for a non-disruptive TV viewing experience in shared spaces. - **Wireless Audio Transmissions:** Opportunity to explore wireless dongle receivers for transmission of various kinds of audio in homes, offices and public spaces. - **Audio Equalization & Customization Devices:** Opportunity to develop standalone devices that enable customized audio settings without the need for a smartphone. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers of consumer electronics who can offer audio accessories that suit living in shared spaces (e.g., headphones, wireless dongles, etc.). - **Home Audio Speakers:** Opportunity to cater to audiophiles who want to create a personalized audio experience while watching TV. For example, selling wireless audio systems targeting those who prefer high-quality audio over headphones. - **Smart Home Devices:** Companies that provide devices that make living at home smarter, such as home assistants, have the potential to integrate the technology of the Sennheiser Flex 5000 and offer it as an additional feature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wire-Free Television Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-tv-headphones.md) - [TV-Targeted Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-rs-275-tv-headphones.md) - [Wireless High-Res Audio Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hdb-headphones.md) - [High-End Audio Streaming Dongles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-btd-700.md) - [Portable Wireless Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plus-minus-zero.md) - [Adaptive 3D Spatial Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/havit-space-s1.md) - [Dialogue-Enhancing Earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zvox.md) - [Linear Acoustics Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-560s.md) - [Bluetooth Broadcasting Dongles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-airfly-2.md)