Hong Kong-based company Zorloo has come up with an innovative pair of headphones that feature a compact digital-to-analog converter, headphone amp and control board into a package that is small enough to be comfortably used in conjunction with smartphones. Because after all, while listening to music using your smartphones is convenient, it isn't always satisfying as far as the actual sound quality goes.
Interestingly, the Zoorlo headphones aren't plugged into the typical audio jack, which requires leveraging the phone's built-in amplifier. Rather, it harnesses the music directly from the phone's micro-USB port, taking on the audio processing itself rather than leaving it to the smartphone.
Only a limited number of smartphones have been tested for compatibility so far, but is likely to be extended to a wide array of phones.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Compact Audio Devices
- Companies can innovate on audio devices that offer high-quality sound in a small and portable package.
- Direct Audio Processing
- Opportunities exist for companies to develop headphones or earbuds that process audio directly and bypass the phone's built-in amplifier.
- Smartphone-compatible Audio Accessories
- Innovative audio accessories compatible with smartphones that offer a better listening experience hold disruptive potential.
Sectors Adopting This
- Consumer Electronics
- Companies in the consumer electronics industry can develop and market compact and innovative audio devices that provide high-quality sound at an affordable price.
- Audio Technology
- The audio technology industry can explore the development of direct audio processing earphones to offer an improved listening experience.
- Mobile Phone Accessories
- Opportunities exist for companies in the mobile phone accessories industry to offer innovative audio accessories that provide a better listening experience for smartphones.
