Textable Sound Systems

The New LG Wi-Fi Music Flow Speakers Take Commands Via SMS

If you can do something from your mobile phone, you'll probably rule out all other methods. These new Wi-Fi Music Flow Speakers cater to this attitude, eliminating the wireless remote control in favor of your own trusty handset.

There are a few phone apps on the market that enable you to control your stereo, but this fresh concept by LG is more inclusive than most. A sneak preview was presented at CES 2015. You don't actually require a smartphone in order to influence the audio in the room; rather, you can simply give the system instructions by means of text message. Type and send commands such as "skip," or "pause" to navigate tracks, or deliver an order to "play party music" to launch an upbeat playlist. What's more, the Wi-Fi Music Flow Speakers can pick up signals from devices within a foot's radius, and begin amplifying instantly.

Textable Sound Systems
Controlling music and audio via text message, maximizing the usage of mobile phones as the main control device.
Wireless Remote Control Elimination
Eliminating the need for wireless remote controls for audio systems by using mobile phones as the main control device.
Proximity Signal Detection
Detecting signals from devices within a short distance to activate audio systems for quick and easy access.

Where This Applies

Consumer Electronics
Creating innovative audio systems that maximize the use of mobile phones as the main control device for a more inclusive and user-friendly user experience.
Mobile Technology
Developing mobile applications and technologies that allow for text message audio control and signal detection to maximize ease of use for users.
Home Automation
Incorporating text message control and proximity signal detection in home automation systems for audio and music control for a seamless and comfortable home experience.
SCORE
2.3 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 26%
Activity 36%
Freshness 8%