# Smart Speaker Systems The Triby Connected Speaker Feature Amazon Alexa Voice Features By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triby-connected-speaker References: [liliputing](http://liliputing.com/2015/10/triby-is-connected-speaker-with-amazon-alexa-voice-features.html) & [invoxia](http://www.invoxia.com/en/triby) Those out there that are currently fans of music streaming services like [Spotify](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantheone-audio-obsidian) will find the Triby Connected Speaker a breath of fresh air for their listening experience. Innovatively designed to not only stream music but also connect to the Internet to offer advanced functionality, the Triby Connected Speaker can be used to make calls for free over the Internet and even features a message screen for receiving messages from friends and family. The magnet on the backside of the Triby Connected Speaker make it perfect for placing on the refrigerator. Featuring [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hepburn-voice) Alexa connectivity, the voice-activated Triby Connected Speaker can be told to make reminders, change songs, call someone or asks questions up to 15-feet away. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Connected Speaker Systems:** Connected speaker systems with advanced functionality, such as the ability to make calls and receive messages, provide disruptive innovation opportunities for the audio industry. - **Voice-activated Technology:** Voice-activated technology, such as the Amazon Alexa integration in the Triby Connected Speaker, creates opportunities for disrupting industries such as home automation. - **Internet-connected Devices:** Innovative products like the Triby Connected Speaker point to the proliferation of internet-connected devices, creating opportunities for businesses across industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio Industry:** Advanced functionality, such as the ability to make calls and receive messages, can disrupt the audio industry and provide opportunities for innovation. - **Home Automation Industry:** Integration of voice-activated technology, as seen in the Triby Connected Speaker, could offer disruption opportunities for the home automation industry. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The proliferation of internet-connected devices, such as the Triby Connected Speaker, provides opportunities for innovation in the consumer electronics industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hepburn-voice.md) - [Connected Waterproof Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t6-plus-bluetooth-speaker.md) - [Triangular Touchscreen Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-trigo.md) - [Physically Interactive AI Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iris-hybrid-speaker.md) - [Mini Portable Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini.md) - [Voice-First Web Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexacom.md) - [Drop-Shaped Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantheone-audio-obsidian.md) - [Immersive Travel-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker.md) - [Entry-Level Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-pop.md)