# High-Tech Hands-Free Harnesses The Sonic Walk Igniter is a Water-Resistant Music Player By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-04-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-walk-igniter References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/sonic-walk-shoulder-speakers/22074/) & [sonicwalk](http://www.sonicwalk.com/sonicwalk/main.html) The Sonic Walk Igniter makes listening to music and carrying a few key items on a walk or jog a little less cumbersome. Outfitted with [water-resistant speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-grip) and a promised ten hours of battery life, the high-tech harness sits on one's body similarly to a backpack. The water repelling technology is ideal for protecting electronic devices from rain or sweat. The device allows for [hands-free music playing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-2) and comes equipped with a stereo jack and hostler to accommodate any MP3 player, while the fanny pack-like pouches on the side provide just enough space to easily carry keys, a wallet, a cellphone or any other essential items that one needs to have on hand while they exercise outside of their home. The pseudo backpack boombox can be charged up using any computer and offers a easier way to carry music and personal belongings when one is getting some exercise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Water-resistant Wearables:** Opportunities exist for wearable tech companies to innovate and create similar water-resistant harnesses. - **Hands-free Audio Accessories:** Businesses could develop innovative and comfortable audio accessories that allow for hands-free listening during exercise and other activities. - **Multi-purpose Carrying Devices:** There is potential for companies to design and create multifunctional carrying devices that can store personal items and provide audio entertainment at the same time. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Wearable Technology:** Companies in the wearable tech industry could benefit from this trend by developing similar products that offer water-resistant features. - **Fitness and Sports Accessories:** Opportunities exist for companies to create comfortable and functional audio accessories that can be worn during exercise and other physical activities. - **Consumer Electronics and Accessories:** Manufacturers of consumer electronics and accessories could develop innovative carrying devices that provide both audio entertainment and space for personal items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Backpack-Style Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-amplifier.md) - [Audio-Enhancing Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-walkman-nwa306.md) - [Audio Adventure Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonies-backpack.md) - [Wearable High-Quality Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-x-teufel.md) - [Technologically Enhanced Electronic Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-handbags.md) - [Vibrating Wearable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-wearable-speaker.md) - [Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-control-wearable-remote.md) - [Music-Driven Pleasure Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/groove-thing.md) - [Retro High-Quality Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walkman-mwa306.md)