# Ecommerce Speaker Docks The VAUX Portable Wireless Echo Dot Speaker Base Docks the Amazon Device By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-base References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/vaux-portable-wireless-echo-dot-speaker.htm) & [amzn.to](http://amzn.to/2xie4e2) The [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-dot-stand) Echo Dot 2 is an advanced piece of equipment that the VAUX Portable Wireless Echo Dot Speaker Base looks to make even better within your home. The base works by enabling the Amazon-branded device to be docked within to make it a more substantial speaker unit to be used for listening to your favorite tunes with more power. The VAUX Portable Wireless Echo Dot Speaker Base keeps a distinctly minimal aesthetic and is capable being used outside of the home to turn the Amazon Echo Dot 2 into a powerhouse speaker unit. The dock works by connecting to the device via incorporated USB port and headphone jack to upgrade the unit without the need for complicated setups. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 17% | 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) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Speaker Docks:** Opportunity for developing speaker docks that enhance the functionality of portable audio devices. - **Wireless Speaker Accessories:** Innovation potential lies in creating accessories that enable wireless capabilities for existing speaker devices. - **Minimalist Speaker Design:** Disruptive opportunity to create speaker units with sleek and minimal aesthetics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for companies in the consumer electronics industry to create innovative speaker docks and accessories. - **Home Audio Systems:** Potential for disrupting the home audio systems industry by offering portable speaker docks that enhance audio experiences. - **Smart Home Technology:** Innovation potential for companies in the smart home technology industry to integrate voice-controlled devices with powerful speaker units. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Speaker-Equipped Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-city-energy-pro.md) - [Professional Speakerphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-audio-dock.md) - [Sci-Fi Smart Speaker Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-dot-stand.md) - [Entry-Level Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-pop.md) - [Rugged Dual-Speaker Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duvoss-speaker.md) - [Sci-Fi Speaker Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mecha-stand-for-echo-dot.md) - [Stealthy Multifunctional Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eko-system.md) - [Freestanding Smartphone Dock Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jteman-phone-stand-and-speaker.md) - [Wine Bottle-Resembling Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-echo.md)