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Environmental Audio

Consumers opt for solar-powered speakers for eco appeal

Implications - Spending time in the great outdoors has not caused consumers to forget about their creature comforts, necessitating the production of new forms of outdoor entertainment. More than just being able to be used outside, these devices are sustainable in their design, with features like solar charging included to appeal to eco-conscious adventurers.
Workshop Question - In what context are consumers using your products or services and how can you leverage that to increase brand loyalty?
Trend Themes
1. Solar-powered Tech - The proliferation of solar-powered tech in outdoor audio solutions shows a trend toward sustainable and environmentally friendly products that are tailored to the needs of the active consumer.
2. Rugged Design - The emergence of rugged design in outdoor audio solutions shows a trend toward more durable and dependable products that can handle rough terrain and changing weather conditions.
3. Voice Recognition - The integration of voice recognition technology in audio solutions for outdoor use shows a trend toward hands-free and less obtrusive user interfaces in tech products.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Recreation - The trend toward rugged and solar-powered outdoor audio solutions is disrupting the outdoor recreation sector by providing consumers with sustainable and dependable options tailored to their needs and desires.
2. Renewable Energy - The trend toward solar-powered tech in outdoor audio solutions is disrupting the renewable energy sector by driving demand for innovative and sustainable products that generate clean energy from the sun.
3. Smart Homes - The trend toward voice recognition technology in outdoor audio solutions is disrupting the smart homes sector by offering consumers more streamlined and intuitive user interfaces for controlling a wide variety of connected devices.
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Featured Examples

Planted Wireless Speakers
Planted Wireless Speakers
The 'Nalo' Speaker Forces Listeners to Connect with the Environment
Technology and its attendant devices are separating many people from the environment that surrounds them, but the Nalo speaker system is a piece of technology that forces its users to get closer to... MORE
Rugged Solar-Powered Speakers
Rugged Solar-Powered Speakers
The MacroBoom Speaker is Designed for Outdoor Use
For those who love the outdoors, but also enjoy having their favorite music along for the ride, RoamProof’s MacroBoom is the ultimate accessory. Not only is the system system designed with... MORE
Convenient Solar Radios
Convenient Solar Radios
CB2's Sun-Powered Audio Accessory is Great for Outdoor Use
CB2’s solar radio is conceived by tech brand Kikkerland and features a sustainable design that is perfect for outdoor use. Available in white and green styles, this solar radio is a great... MORE
Voice-Controlled Solar Speakers
Voice-Controlled Solar Speakers
LEMON's California Roll Speaker is High-Tech and Eco-Friendly
While there are already a number of Bluetooth speakers on the market, the California Roll by LEMON is set to blow them all out of the water. Not only does the speaker boast high-tech features such... MORE
Outdoorsy Bluetooth Speakers
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The BRAVEN BRV-PRO Model is Water, Weather and Dust-Proof
The BRAVEN BRV-PRO model is an outdoor Bluetooth speaker that is designed to protect from water, snow and dust damage. The durable audio accessory is perfect for hiking and camping trips as well as... MORE
Solar-Powered Boom Boxes
Solar-Powered Boom Boxes
The 'Earwig' Solar Speaker Runs Entirely on the Power of the Sun's Rays
Available now on Kickstarter for preorder, the ‘Earwig’ solar speaker is designed to be an effective replacement for equipment that requires being plugged in. The solar revolution is... MORE

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