# Water-Resistant MP3 Players This Underwater Audio Waterproof iPod is Designed for Wet Athletes By Alyson Wyers | Published 2013-08-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-ipod References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/428866995396548951/Waterproof-iPod-Shuffle-by-Underwater-Audio) & [underwateraudio](http://www.underwateraudio.com/waterproof-ipod-shuffle.html) This waterproof [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w7-airtag-case) shuffle from Underwater Audio lets your jam out to your favorite tunes while going for a swim. Designed for swimmers, rain runners and water lovers everywhere, the music-playing device is 100% airtight. The 2GB mp3 player is compatible with both Macs and PCs. This product has all the benefits of the iPod shuffle, including a strong clip to keep it in place when you get active. The small gadget is also drag free and has a voice over feature for added convenience. On top of everything else, the waterproof iPod also has a long battery life, so it won't run out of juice before you do. The product comes with the original [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allweather-airpods-case) headphones and USB cord, so you'll need to find your own [waterproof headphones or earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueant-pump-x). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Water-resistant Technology:** Opportunity for developing water-resistant technology in various consumer electronic devices. - **Sports and Fitness Gadgets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating specialized gadgets for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. - **Convenience and Portability:** Opportunity to create more convenient and portable music players for active individuals. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in integrating water-resistant features into a wide range of electronic devices. - **Sports and Fitness:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing sports and fitness gadgets that can withstand wet environments. - **Music and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating portable music players that are waterproof and suitable for outdoor use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waterproof Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/openswim-pro.md) - [Underwater Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suunto-aqua.md) - [Waterproof Audio Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-audio-technology.md) - [Bone Conduction Waterproof Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-conduction-waterproof-headphones.md) - [Underwater Bone Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonar-pro.md) - [Gym-Ready Workout Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workout-earbuds.md) - [Sweatproof Audio Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ript-ultra-headphones.md) - [Proprietary Connection Swimming Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimming-headphones.md) - [Weather-Resistant Workout Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-endurance-peak-3.md)