# Low-Cost True Wireless Earbuds The Skullcandy 'Dime' Earbuds are Priced at $24.99 Per Pair By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-04-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-dime References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/03/31/skullcandys-25-tws-earphones-are-going-to-be-absolutely-terrible-for-our-environment/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [skullcandy](https://www.skullcandy.com/) Wireless earbuds have become somewhat commonplace but are often associated with a price point that isn't as accessible as wireless alternatives, which is something the Skullcandy 'Dime' earbuds are here to change. Priced at $24.99 per pair, the earbuds are an impressive new offering from the audio brand that will offer up to 12-hours of battery life with the accompanying carrying case. The earbuds have an IPX4 rating for water resistance and come in four color options including Gray, Black, Green and Blue. The Skullcandy 'Dime' earbuds are likely to disrupt the mobile audio market in a big way and promise to deliver a snug fit in the ear that will keep them in place at all times. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Affordable Wireless Earbuds:** There is an opportunity for brands to provide reasonably priced true wireless earbuds with features that are commonly found in higher-priced options. - **Water-resistant Audio Products:** Companies could explore the idea of creating audio products with water-resistant capabilities, allowing for ease of use in various environments. - **Long Battery Life in Audio Products:** There is a growing need for audio products with long battery life, providing consumers with uninterrupted listening experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in the consumer electronics industry could capitalize on the growing demand for affordable audio products with advanced features. - **Fitness and Sports:** Creating water-resistant earbuds could be valuable for companies in the fitness and sports industries, providing users with the ability to use their audio products during physical activities. - **Travel and Commuting:** Audio products with long battery life would be useful for the travel and commuting industries, allowing users to enjoy their music or other audio content without interruptions during long trips. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Cost Keychain-Friendly Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-dime-evo.md) - [Outdoorsy Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-hike-dime-2-true-wireless-earbuds.md) - [Affordable Recycled Plastic Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-smokin-buds.md) - [Low-Cost Co-Branded Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-x-bose-method-360-anc-earbuds.md) - [Chip-Themed Wireless Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-doritos.md) - [Affordable Wireless Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dobuds-one-wirelless-earbuds.md) - [Low-Cost ANC Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmd-dub-x50-pro.md) - [Beer Brand Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-x-budweiser.md) - [Low-Cost ANC Earbud Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anker-soundcore-space-a40.md)