As gadgets and technology are becoming an integral part of our daily lives, the worlds of fashion and technology are fusing and providing us with fashionable gadgets that double as accessories.
Kids and youngsters seem to always have their earphones plugged into an iPod, PSP or their phone. Japanese tech brand Thanko saw a great opportunity in this market, which it targets with their new Sound Lives Magnetic Earphones.
Worn like magnetic earrings, the affordable earphones sell for about $19 and come in a variety of styles that appeal to the young kids, such as skull and cross bones, soccer ball, and panda.
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Thanko Sound Lives Magnetic Earphones
Trend Themes
1. Fashion-tech Fusion - The fusion of fashion and technology is creating fashionable gadgets that double as accessories.
2. Youth-centric Audio Accessories - The market for affordable and stylish audio accessories targeted towards kids and youngsters is growing.
3. Magnetic Earphone Trend - Earphones designed to be worn like magnetic earrings are becoming popular in the market.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore opportunities to collaborate with tech brands in creating fashionable gadgets.
2. Technology - Tech brands can develop more stylish and affordable audio accessories to cater to the youth market.
3. Accessories - The accessories industry can incorporate technology features in their designs to create fashionable and functional products.