# Singing Travel Mugs The Sony SRS-V500IP Speaker System with PMP Dock Comes to the USA By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-09-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-srs-v500ip-speaker-system References: [gadgets.softpedia](http://gadgets.softpedia.com/news/Sony-039-s-SRS-V500IP-Singing-Coffee-Mug-Reaches-US-Shores-11326-01.html) & [slashgear](http://www.slashgear.com/sony-srs-v500ip-travel-mug-speaker-system-arrives-in-us-3099424/) The Sony SRS-V500IP speaker system and iApple dock was originally designed for the Japanese market, but some in the US thought it was just too cool to pass up. The system looks like a travelers mug and cup holder tray, but in fact, it is a 360-degree “Circle Sound Stage” speaker and iPod or iPhone dock. For those who use non-Apple PMPs, the Sony SRS-V500IP speaker system provides a 3.5mm stereo audio input. This nifty system comes in black, orange or pink. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Speaker Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop portable speaker systems that are versatile and compatible with multiple types of devices. - **Multi-functional Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create products that combine multiple functions into one, allowing for greater convenience and versatility for users. - **Compact and Stylish Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design compact and stylish electronics that can easily blend into various lifestyles and environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionize the consumer electronics industry by creating innovative devices that offer unique features and functionalities. - **Music Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reinvent the music accessories industry by developing products that enhance users' listening experience with added convenience and style. - **Home Appliance:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the home appliance industry by introducing compact and multi-functional devices that seamlessly integrate into the modern home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [9-Drive Tower-Like Party Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srsvx900.md) - [Portable Theater Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-htax7.md) - [Multifunctional Traveler Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traveller-speaker.md) - [Party-Ready Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-srsxv900.md) - [Portable Sonic-Optimized Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newordinary-songbook-max-speaker.md) - [Tree-Inspired Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-pick-stand-speaker.md) - [Portable Surround Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/htax7.md) - [Outdoor Lifestyle Speaker Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-xseries-speakers.md) - [Beach-Ready Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-speaker-1.md)