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Gesture-Controlled Speakers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Sphere Speaker Offers Quality Sound and Intuitive Controls

— November 11, 2017 — Tech
The Sphere speaker is setting itself apart as the first hi-fi speaker with an intuitive gesture control system. With just a wave, one is able to take control of their listening experience by switching the tracks or adjusting the volume with ease. In all, the speaker boasts 10 types of functions.

Other notable features of the innovative speaker system include its interactive LED light, 12-hour battery life and quality sound and 3D audio effects.

As smart devices are set to take over the home and serve as multipurpose activity hubs, a number of gesture-controlled gadgets are being released to do away with the need for remotes and offer seamless integration into one's home environment. The Sphere speaker is set to be launched as part of a crowdfunding project on Kickstarter.
Trend Themes
1. Gesture-controlled Gadgets - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new gesture-controlled gadgets to replace traditional remotes and enhance the user experience in smart homes.
2. Intuitive Controls - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create intuitive control systems for various products and devices to simplify user interactions and improve user satisfaction.
3. Hi-fi Speakers - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in hi-fi speaker technology, such as gesture control, to create immersive audio experiences and attract tech-savvy consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate gesture control technology into consumer electronic devices, including TVs, smart home devices, and entertainment systems.
2. Home Automation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate intuitive gesture control features into home automation systems to provide seamless control of various devices and enhance user convenience.
3. Crowdfunding - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to launch and fund innovative products that incorporate new technologies, such as gesture-controlled speakers.
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