# Airship-Shaped Speakers The Latest Zeppelin Speaker Embraces Wireless Functionality By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeppelin-speaker References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2015/10/08/bowers-and-wilkins-zeppelin-wireless/) & [bowers-wilkins](http://www.bowers-wilkins.com/Wireless-Speakers/Wireless-Speakers/Zeppelin-Wireless) If you've been an audiophile for a good little while, you'll certainly know about the Zeppelin speaker dock, first released by Bowers & Wilkins nearly a decade ago. Despite the success of that model, the company has gotten rid of the dock and decided to embrace wireless functionality for this newest model. Appropriately named Zeppelin Wireless, this speaker retains the distinctive airship-like design (hence the name 'Zeppelin). However, it is now embedded with a number of new technologies include support for AirPlay, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth aptX. As far as the actual audio technology is concerned, this wireless Zeppelin speaker is equipped with a cluster of five speakers. Meanwhile the speaker cabinet has been upgraded and is now durable yet designed to minimize vibrations. Just like a real zeppelin, the Zeppelin Wireless speaker system soars high in every respect. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wireless Audio Technology:** The use of wireless functionality in audio devices provides convenience and flexibility for users. - **Integration of Multiple Technologies:** The incorporation of AirPlay, Spotify Connect, and Bluetooth aptX in speakers allows for seamless connectivity and enhanced user experience. - **Improved Speaker Design:** The development of durable speaker cabinets that minimize vibrations results in improved audio quality and performance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can seize the opportunity to develop and market wireless audio devices with integrated technologies. - **Music Streaming Services:** Music streaming services can collaborate with speaker manufacturers to ensure compatibility and optimize user experience with their platforms. - **Acoustic Engineering:** Acoustic engineering specialists can innovate and create speaker designs that enhance sound quality and minimize vibrations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Illuminating Airship-Inspired Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins-zeppelin-pro-edition.md) - [Spaceship-Resembling Premium Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeppelin-pro-edition.md) - [Collaboration Auto Brand Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins-zeppelin-mclaren-edition-speaker.md) - [Airship-Shaped Limited Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeppelin-speaker-1.md) - [Spherical Freestanding HiFi Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oeplay-speaker.md) - [Wireless Harmonious Modern Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beolab-8.md) - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Angular Bluetooth Stereo Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-stereo-speaker.md) - [Retro Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32.md)