# Transformative Speaker Modules 'iothinks' Makes Speakers Smart Enough to Stream Music and More By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2016-03-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-module References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/iothinks/the-soundtrack-of-your-life-helpful-clever-limitle) The 'iothinks' system is the speaker module of the future. This music-playing device works with a variety of gadgets and home speakers while also providing a great deal of other services. Currently posted on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindoasis), the 'iothinks' device works with the user's existing audio system and lets them stream music from top streaming services while also reading news and notifications. This speaker module is a hands-free device and works ingeniously to learn the user's habits so it can operate automatically. Taking a more helpful approach to sound, 'iothinks' can perform such tasks as playing a lullaby upon hearing a baby cry or reading the user's most recent emails first thing in the morning. Upon hitting their stretch goal, the makers of this device will work towards adding voice control capabilities much like [Amazon's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantheone-audio-obsidian) [Echo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moss-echo). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Smart Speakers:** The rise of smart speakers like 'iothinks' creates opportunities for integrating IoT technology into home audio systems. - **Hands-free Devices:** The use of hands-free devices like 'iothinks' opens up new opportunities for creating more convenient and efficient products in various industries. - **Learning Audio Systems:** 'iothinks' represents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the development of learning audio systems that adapt to user behavior and preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Audio Industry:** 'iothinks' is an example of how smart technology can be incorporated into audio devices for a better user experience. - **Iot Industry:** 'iothinks' is a product that demonstrates how IoT technology can be applied to devices to enhance functionality and user experience. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** 'iothinks' represents an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create more innovative and intelligent devices that adapt to user preferences and habits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Acousto-Optic Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-wireless-speaker-design.md) - [AI-Powered Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turningai-speaker.md) - [Adaptable Kitchen Speaker Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chord-kitchen-speaker.md) - [Modular Audio Immersion Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeout-speaker.md) - [Eco‑modular Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mynd-speaker.md) - [Mood-Powered Smartphone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixx-speaker.md) - [Adaptable Smart Speaker Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/divid-smart-speaker-concept.md) - [Stealthy Multifunctional Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eko-system.md) - [Physically Interactive AI Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-hybrid-speaker.md)