Headfunk's ‘Badass Buds' Usher in the Skate/Surf Generation
Andrew Robichaud — June 2, 2009 — Tech
References: headfunk & pocket-lint
The age of listening to music during any activity is as predominant as teeth brushing every morning.
Headphone manufacturers have been trying to find ways to ensure that through rigorous activity, the headphones will not fall out.
Headfunk’s new skate/surf mentality has brought us the Badass Earbuds. These earphones are built to endure a lot of movement (the movement of extreme sports) to ensure continuous music.
The ‘Buds’ come in “Phat Black”, “Red Mist” “Urban Grey” and “Icey Whitey” colours so you not only hear well, you look sick too.
‘Badass Buds’ rock extra sensitivity so the volume can be lower while maintaining hearable content (saves battery). These babies are going for around $50 (pretty good).
Headphone manufacturers have been trying to find ways to ensure that through rigorous activity, the headphones will not fall out.
Headfunk’s new skate/surf mentality has brought us the Badass Earbuds. These earphones are built to endure a lot of movement (the movement of extreme sports) to ensure continuous music.
The ‘Buds’ come in “Phat Black”, “Red Mist” “Urban Grey” and “Icey Whitey” colours so you not only hear well, you look sick too.
‘Badass Buds’ rock extra sensitivity so the volume can be lower while maintaining hearable content (saves battery). These babies are going for around $50 (pretty good).
Trend Themes
1. Skate/surf Generation - Opportunity for headphone manufacturers to design products that can withstand rigorous movement and cater to the skate/surf culture.
2. Continuous Music - Potential for headphone manufacturers to develop earbuds that stay securely in place during intense physical activities, allowing users to enjoy uninterrupted music.
3. Fashionable Earphones - Chance for headphone manufacturers to create stylish and trendy earbuds that not only provide great audio quality but also serve as a fashion accessory.
Industry Implications
1. Headphone Manufacturing - Opportunity for headphone manufacturers to innovate and produce durable earbuds that can withstand extreme movements and meet the needs of active individuals.
2. Sporting Goods - Potential for sporting goods companies to collaborate with headphone manufacturers to create specialized earbuds that cater to athletes and active individuals.
3. Fashion Accessories - Chance for fashion accessory companies to partner with headphone manufacturers to design stylish and trendy earbuds that appeal to fashion-conscious consumers.
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