# Old School Communication Peripherals The Walkie Talkie Smartphone Microphone and Speaker is Retro By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-05-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walkie-talkie-smartphone-microphone-and-speaker References: [fredflare](http://www.fredflare.com/WHAT-S-NEW/Walkie-Talkie-Smartphone-Microphone--Speaker/) Perhaps you were talking on your [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology) one day and wondered if there was any way to make the experience a little bit more fun. Well, with the Walkie Talkie Smartphone Microphone and Speaker, you'll be able to transform your device into a [retro communication radio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pippo). Able to be used as a speaker for listening to tunes as well as a receiver for taking calls, the Walkie Talkie Smartphone Microphone and Speaker connects easily through the [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinn) headphone jack and features a working button on the side that'll work almost like the real thing. Just imagine walking down the street with this in hand while on a call; it might get a few strange glances, but you'll have all the fun. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Communication Peripherals:** Opportunity to create and market communication peripherals with a nostalgic retro design. - **Multifunctional Smartphone Accessories:** Opportunity to develop smartphone accessories that serve multiple functions, such as acting as speakers and receivers. - **Transformative Smartphone Experiences:** Opportunity to enhance the smartphone user experience by introducing unique and innovative accessories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on the demand for retro-inspired communication peripherals. - **Audio Technology:** Audio technology companies can explore the development of multifunctional accessories that integrate speakers and receivers. - **Mobile Accessories:** Mobile accessories manufacturers can create transformative accessories that offer unique experiences to smartphone users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Tech Speakerphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-phone.md) - [Cassette Player-Inspired Smartphone Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walkman-sss.md) - [Practical Remote Speaker Mics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remote-speaker-mic.md) - [Connected Off-Grid Walkie-Talkies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lito-walkietalkie.md) - [Whimsical Desktop Microphone Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talkie-desktop-microphone.md) - [Modernized Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-memory.md) - [Outdoor Intercom Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmil.md) - [Speaker-Centric Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-phone.md) - [Hands-Free Communication Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milo.md)