# Acoustic Smartphone Amplifiers The Shuffle Three 'Audiovase' Plays Smartphone Music without Power By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-music References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/05/09/the-audiovase/) & [shufflethree](http://shufflethree.com/) Smartphone music speakers usually require a [Bluetooth or physical connection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plus-minus-zero) in order to operate, but the Shuffle Three 'Audiovase' takes a more analog approach. Requiring no plugs, cables, cords or batteries, the Shuffle Three 'Audiovase' simply works by amplifying the sound emitted by a built-in smartphone speaker. The [sculptural design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonique) of the Shuffle Three 'Audiovase' makes it look and appear as though it is a digital device. However, the simplistic design of the interior components actually require no power to operate and thus make enjoying music more freeform. The Shuffle Three 'Audiovase' [smartphone music player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magboom-mini) comes in a variety of color options and can, if desired, be paired with a charging cable to charge devices as they play music. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 21% | 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 - **Analog Audio Amplification:** The rise of analog audio amplification and its potential opportunity to offer sustainable and cost-effective solutions to reduce reliance on digital devices. - **Sculptural Tech Designs:** The growth of sculptural tech designs and the opportunity to merge art and technology and create unique digitized products. - **Power-free Audio Devices:** The emergence of power-free audio devices and their potential to offer an eco-friendly music listening experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The Consumer Electronics industry can capitalize on the trend towards power-free and analog audio amplification devices to create affordable and eco-friendly audio solutions. - **Home Decor:** The Home Decor industry can leverage the growth of sculptural tech designs to offer functional pieces that can also serve as home decor. - **Smartphone Accessories:** The Smartphone Accessories industry can benefit from the rise of analog audio amplification and offer power-free and cost-effective audio solutions that do not require an additional outlet. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Induction Smartphone Speaker Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-speaker-charging-dock.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Flower Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blooming-product.md) - [Phone Charger-Infused Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-chargerinfused-speaker.md) - [Customizable Bluetooth Amplifier Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whooshi-portable-amplifier.md) - [Headphone-Friendly Wireless Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-guitar-amplifier.md) - [Vase-Style Speaker Charger Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soak.md) - [Retro Smartphone Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-music-player.md) - [Magnetic Smartphone Audio Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hires-headphone-amplifier.md) - [Freestanding Smartphone Dock Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jteman-phone-stand-and-speaker.md)