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The Sonos Beam is a Sleek & Multi-Functional Innovative Speaker

— June 7, 2018 — Art & Design
In the race for the most innovative speaker, electronic company Sonos is definitely making strides. With the new Sonos Beam — a product that is currently available for pre-order, the brand raises the bar on value, style and sound. The tech device boasts an incredible audio quality that can be conveniently integrated into the home sound system. The innovative speaker makes it easy to stay connected as it offers support for over 80 music services. Sonos incorporates Amazon Alexa to its electronic network, as well, which plays into the smart home movement.

In addition to the release of this incredibly sleek and innovative speaker, the company announced that AirPlay 2 will be made available to its products in July as a free software update that will allow consumers to play music and podcasts directly from their iOS devices.
Trend Themes
1. Multi-functional Smart Speakers - The Sonos Beam exemplifies the trend of smart speakers that offer more than just audio quality, integrating features like support for multiple music services and smart home compatibility.
2. Integration of Voice Assistants - With its incorporation of Amazon Alexa, Sonos demonstrates the trend of speakers incorporating voice assistants to enhance user experience and be part of the smart home movement.
3. Software Upgrades for Enhanced Functionality - The free software update for AirPlay 2 shows the trend of companies continuously improving their products by offering software upgrades to provide additional features and value to consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of multi-functional smart speakers by developing innovative products that combine exceptional audio quality with additional useful features.
2. Smart Home Technology - The smart home technology industry can seize the opportunity to integrate voice assistants into their products, creating a seamless connected experience for consumers.
3. Software Development - Software development companies can tap into the trend of providing software upgrades for enhanced functionality, enabling consumers to unlock new features and capabilities without replacing their existing devices.
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