# Disc-Like Speakers The Tumi Travel Speaker Offers Great Sound and Portable Convenience By Meghan Young | Published 2011-01-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumi-travel-speaker References: [uncrate](http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/travel-luggage/tumi-travel-speaker/) & [tumi](http://www.tumi.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4436540&orderSourceCode=0) If you're looking for a portable sound system that is different from those currently on the market, the [Tumi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-wireless-earphones1) Travel Speaker is for you. This disc-like speaker is not only convenient to tote around, it also offers great audio on-the-go. Priced at $125, the Tumi Travel Speaker is available in a sleek gun metal color. Not only does it work with both laptops and MP3 players, it also comes with a slim protective carrying case. According to its site, it boasts "dynamic sounds and deep, rich bass tones on virtually any hard surface." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Sound Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop portable sound systems that offer unique features and superior audio quality. - **Convenient Speakers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create speakers that are easy to carry and offer excellent sound output for on-the-go use. - **Slim Protective Cases:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design slim protective cases that offer stylish and functional protection for portable speakers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in audio technology to create innovative consumer electronics products. - **Travel Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop travel accessories that enhance the convenience and audio experience of portable speakers. - **Fashion & Lifestyle:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion and functionality to create stylish and protective cases for portable speakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Visually Attractive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition.md) - [Sleek Visual Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-audio-boutique.md) - [Dice-Inspired Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominote-speaker.md) - [Portable Sonic-Optimized Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newordinary-songbook-max-speaker.md) - [Portable In-Home Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bose-soundlink-home.md) - [Mini Portable Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini.md) - [Affordable Adventure Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tribit-maxsound-plus.md) - [Dynamic Home Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sounds-speaker.md)