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# Next-Gen Solar-Powered Headphones
Urbanista Los Angeles Over-Ear Headphones Have Powerfoyle

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-01-03 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-los-angeles
References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/3/24012094/urbanistas-headphones-los-angeles-phoenix-solar-charging-second-generation-ces-2024) & [urbanista](https://urbanista.com/)

![Next-Gen Solar-Powered Headphones](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/522/urbanista-los-angeles.jpeg)

The second-generation [Urbanista Los](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urbanista-phoenix-earbuds) Angeles over-ear headphones have been announced as the latest iteration of the brand's solar-powered portable audio accessory. The headphones are equipped with the Exeger Powerfoyle solar charging material around the headband that will support up to 50 days of use with four-hours of listening per day when exposure to light and sunlight for 10-hours a day. The headphones are also engineered with [adaptive noise cancellation technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epic-lux-lab-edition) to react according to the changing scenes a listener might find themselves in.

The second-generation Urbanista Los Angeles over-ear headphones are currently still under development with availability expected to start by mid-2024. The headphones also feature a 3.5mm headphone jack unlike their predecessor to allow for wired listening.

Image Credit: Urbanista

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.4/10
- Popularity: 22% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 20%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Solar-powered Headphones:** The Urbanista Los Angeles over-ear headphones feature solar charging technology to provide extended battery life.
- **Adaptive Noise Cancellation:** The headphones are engineered with adaptive noise cancellation technology that adjusts to the listener's environment.
- **Wireless Listening:** The headphones include a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired listening, offering versatility to users.

### Where This Applies

- **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can explore opportunities to incorporate solar charging technology into various audio devices.
- **Renewable Energy:** The renewable energy sector can benefit from integrating solar charging technology into portable electronic accessories.
- **Audio Technology:** The audio technology industry can innovate by developing headphones with adaptive noise cancellation and wireless listening capabilities.

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