# Prismatic Portable Speakers The Turtle Shell Boombox Plays Music and Encourages Hands-Free Calls By Meghan Young | Published 2012-09-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtle-shell-boombox References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/tech/outdoor-technology-turtle-shell.php) & [outdoortechnology](http://www.outdoortechnology.com/Shop/Wireless-Audio/Turtle-Shell-Boom-Box-Black.html) The Turtle Shell Boombox is a playful [prismatic portable speaker system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition) that many people will want to get their hands on as soon as they set their eyes on it. Chic and minimalist, it is an adaptable device that can be attached to just about anything for music lovers. Interestingly, the Turtle Shell Boombox is also equipped with a built-in microphone for receiving and making phone calls. This is especially perfect for moments when hands are not free, such as riding a bike or pushing a buggie. Designed by Caro Krissman of Outdoor Tech, the Turtle Shell Boombox is [Bluetooth-enabled](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-bluetooth-speaker1) so that it can connect with smartphones. Shock-proof, dust-proof and [water-resistant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundcore-boom-3i), it is meant to be used in the great outdoors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Playful Portable Speakers:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the portable speaker market by creating devices that are both aesthetically pleasing and versatile in their attachment options. - **Smartphone-connected Speakers:** Developing portable speakers that seamlessly connect with smartphones via Bluetooth offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the audio industry. - **Hands-free Communication Devices:** Creating portable speakers with built-in microphones for hands-free calls presents a disruptive innovation opportunity by providing convenience and accessibility in communication technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by creating new and innovative portable speaker designs. - **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry can embrace disruptive innovation by developing portable speaker systems that seamlessly integrate with smartphones. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can capitalize on disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating built-in microphones into portable speaker devices for enhanced communication experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tailgating-Friendly Speaker Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turtlebox-gameday-series.md) - [360-Degree Room Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boom-4.md) - [Loud Oval-Structured Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicboom-speaker.md) - [Rugged Vibrant Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everboom.md) - [Versatile Portable Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-bluetooth-speaker1.md) - [Mini Portable Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormbox-mini.md) - [Portable 360-Degree Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-outdoor-speaker.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-solarbank-boombox.md) - [Portable Wireless Immersive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megaboom-3.md)