# Sleek Transparent Speakers Harman Kardon's SoundSticks Wireless III Boasts a Cleaner Aesthetic By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundsticks-wireless-iii References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/09/harman-kardons-soundsticks-ditch-the-wires-for-a-cleaner-look/) & [harmankardon](http://www.harmankardon.com/) Sleek and transparent, the SoundSticks Wireless III sound system is reminiscent of a jellyfish, even though it isn't necessarily shaped like one. Instead, it has an ethereal presence that will add a high end feel to any home. Almost exactly the same as its acclaimed and visually iconic first edition, which happens to have been inducted into the [Museum of Modern Art's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-lamps-1) permanent collection, it has been conveniently tweaked to forego wires completely. Designed by Jonathan Ive, the senior vice president of industrial design at [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deskpod), for [Harman Kardon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harman-kardon-radiance-2400), the SoundSticks Wireless III sound system boasts Bluetooth connectivity for a cleaner experience. For the most part, however, the speakers are the same as its predecessor. The SoundSticks Wireless III system is equipped with 10 watt satellites and a 20 watt subwoofer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sleek Transparent Design:** There is a trend towards sleek and transparent designs in consumer electronics, presenting opportunities for disruptive innovation in product aesthetics. - **Wireless Connectivity:** The increasing demand for wireless connectivity in audio devices opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in creating seamless and convenient user experiences. - **High End Home Audio:** The trend towards high-end home audio systems allows for disruptive innovation in designing premium sound products that enhance the audio experience at home. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of sleek transparent design by developing innovative and visually appealing electronic devices that stand out in the market. - **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry can take advantage of the demand for wireless connectivity by creating advanced audio systems that offer convenient wireless audio streaming options. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore the trend of high-end home audio by integrating sound systems into furniture or creating visually appealing speakers that blend seamlessly with home interiors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-sculpture-speaker.md) - [Transparent Gramophone-Like Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-speaker-concept.md) - [Wireless Harmonious Modern Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beolab-8.md) - [Wireless Hi-Fi Clarity Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kef-ls.md) - [Transparent Limited Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-speaker-x-lncc.md) - [Minimalist See-Through Speaker Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/witalogy-speaker.md) - [Visually Attractive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition.md) - [Transparent Loudspeaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loudspeaker-system.md) - [Sleek Visual Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-audio-boutique.md)