One of the most recognized products at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show was the AcousticSheep RunPhones. This unassuming device received the 2014 CES Innovations Design and Engineering award. Making your morning run a little easier definitely qualifies it for being one of the best innovations of the year.
The AcousticSheep RunPhones are actually an upgrade from an older model the brand put out a couple of years ago. Not only do these cool wireless music players pump music directly into your ears without the hassle of dealing with wires, but they are also made with athletic fibers. Materials used to make these sporty headbands are made of futuristic fibers that wick sweat away for a more comfortable exercise.
On top of that, the company also released another, more high-end model called the RunPhones Intensity. It has a WAV player and a 4-GB microSD card. Intensity pumps beats into your ear that help you set your pace and plays positive words form a trainer.
Music-Pumping Workout Headbands
The AcousticSheep RunPhones Were Unveiled at CES 2014
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Music Players - Opportunity to develop wireless music players that provide convenient and hassle-free music playback during workouts.
2. Athletic Fiber Materials - Opportunity to create athletic headbands and sportswear made of futuristic fibers that improve comfort and help wick away sweat during exercise.
3. Integrated Pace-setting Capability - Opportunity to design fitness devices with integrated audio features that play beats and positive words to help users set their exercise pace and stay motivated.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity for wearable technology companies to develop wireless music players integrated into headbands and sportswear.
2. Sports and Fitness - Opportunity for the sports and fitness industry to adopt athletic fiber materials in the production of workout headbands and sportswear to enhance performance.
3. Health and Wellness - Opportunity for health and wellness industry to incorporate integrated pace-setting capabilities into fitness devices to enhance workout experiences and motivation.