# Protective Headphone-Integrated Helmets The UNIT 1 Helmet Keeps Winter Sport Enthusiasts Connected By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-1-helmet References: [gadgetify](http://www.gadgetify.com/unit-1-ski-helmet/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-unit-1-helmet-wireless-audio-walkie-talkie#/) The UNIT 1 Helmet is a [connected safety solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet) for skiers and snowboarders alike that will offer them a way to enjoy an enhanced sense of comfort as well as their choice of audio content. The fully certified helmet is outfitted with headphones that will let wearers listen to music and even stay in contact with other members of their party thanks to walkie-talkie functionality. The headphones in the helmet are fully removable to let athletes use them outside of the [winter sport](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruroc-chrome-snow-helmet) environment, while enjoying up to 16 hours of playback in a resilient sweat and splash-resistant unit. The UNIT 1 Helmet also boasts glove-friendly controls that will prevent users from needing to remove their hand gear when on the slopes to change the volume, activate voice assistant functionality and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Connected Safety Solutions:** The integration of technology into safety gear presents opportunities for enhanced comfort and communication. - **Removable and Versatile Headphones:** The ability to remove and use the headphones outside of the helmet expands their functionality and appeal. - **Glove-friendly Controls:** Incorporating controls that can be operated with gloves on improves convenience and usability for winter sports enthusiasts. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Winter Sports Equipment:** The winter sports equipment industry can explore integrating technology into helmets to offer connected safety solutions. - **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry can develop removable and versatile headphones for use in a variety of settings, including outdoor activities. - **Sportswear and Outdoor Gear:** The sportswear and outdoor gear industry can create glove-friendly controls for their products to cater to the needs of winter sports enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protective Communication Ski Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poc-obex-connect-helmet.md) - [Helmet-Friendly Open Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detachable-open-ear-headphones.md) - [Connected Cyclist Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-1-faro-smart-helmet.md) - [Push-to-Talk Helmet Communication Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleck-006.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Sports Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bh51m-nso.md) - [Slope-Ready Winter Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanie-helmet.md) - [Connected Adventure Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-m1-m1-evo.md) - [Interchangeable Component Sport Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-helmet.md) - [Waterproof Audio Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-audio-technology.md)