# Slumber-Inducing Sound Apps The iHome Zen Offers Meditative Audio for the Home By M | Published 2016-08-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-app References: [ihomeaudio](https://www.ihomeaudio.com/apps/ihome_zen/) The iHome Zen is a [sound app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleep-aid-app) that offers customized meditative audio designed exclusively for the home, to help induce slumber of all those reside in a singular space. The app provides access to [natural noises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthfm-app), [calming music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soothing-sounds) and customizable tracks to help consumers fall asleep naturally to the rhythmic notes. The app is an ideal alternative to using media -- such as television shows, movies or smartphone games -- to unwind. With sleep being such an important aspect to a healthy lifestyle, utilizing meditation can be a great way consumers enter a relaxing state to trigger a restful slumber. The iHome Zen can be used individually or played out loud with a smart hub. Relaxing noises recorded directly from nature or soft classical music can be pre-set to play to help calm the body for bed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 50% | 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) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Meditation Sound Apps:** There is growing interest in sound apps containing meditative audio to help induce slumber. - **Customized Sleep Tracks:** Consumers are seeking customized and personalized sleep tracks to improve their sleep quality. - **Alternative Sleep Aids:** There is a growing market for alternative sleep aids as consumers seek natural and non-pharmaceutical solutions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on this trend by developing sound apps and smart home devices for customized sleep tracks. - **Health and Wellness:** Health and wellness companies can incorporate sound apps into their offerings to improve sleep quality for their customers. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts could offer customized sound apps to their guests for a better sleep experience and as a competitive differentiator. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleep-Inducing Music Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepinducing-music.md) - [Transformational Soundscape Sleep Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwellspring-app.md) - [Soothing Sleep Sounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calmspace.md) - [Sleep-Enhancing Mobile Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miracle-night.md) - [Sound Therapy Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healing-sounds-meditation-calm.md) - [Soothing Soundscape Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soothing-audio.md) - [Personalized Meditation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-meditation-app.md) - [Science-Infused Sleep Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restflix-1.md) - [Sleep Music Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeping-music-generator.md)