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# Voice-Altering Cell Attachments
The WeeWow Turns a Regular iPhone into a Talkbox

By Gil Cohen | Published 2013-02-14 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talkbox
References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ridiculous/the-weewow) & [ridiculo.us](http://www.ridiculo.us/)

A talkbox is an old-school tool that musicians used to attach to their instruments, with a piece of tubing going into their mouths, in order to give their voices the [cool robotic sound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voicemod-key-usb-c) accomplished today by auto-tune.

Traditionally, these tools cost a couple hundred dollars, not including the cord or instrument that it needs to be attached to, resulting in high costs. The WeeWow is a low-cost method of using the sounds created by an [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/methaphone) instead, creating a more [portable and affordable version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magboom-mini). It clips onto the base of the phone and can be used with any apps that have cool sound effects.

Try an older-styled instrument and practice singing with a voice-altering Talbox by using the Weewow.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.9/10
- Popularity: 33% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Affordable Voice-altering Tech:** The WeeWow has disrupted the expensive talkbox device market by offering an affordable alternative that can fit in the palm of your hand.
- **Mobile Sound Effects:** The WeeWow has opened up opportunities for sound effects app developers to create mobile-friendly voice-altering features that can be used on-the-go.
- **DIY Instrument Enhancements:** The WeeWow has inspired makers to create their own DIY voice-altering devices that can be attached to various instruments for unique sound effects.

### Where This Applies

- **Music Technology:** The WeeWow has disrupted the traditional talkbox market and presents an opportunity for music technology companies to innovate and create more affordable voice-altering devices.
- **Mobile Applications:** The WeeWow has introduced a new use case for mobile apps, creating opportunities for developers to create unique sound effects and voice-altering features for the mobile platform.
- **DIY and Maker Industry:** The WeeWow has inspired makers and hobbyists to create their own DIY voice-altering devices, presenting an opportunity for the DIY and maker industry to offer components and resources for these projects.

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