SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwired - Jan 25, 2016) - Global smart headphones market is expected to reach USD 7.48 billion by 2022, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing acceptance of Bluetooth wireless technology paired with developments, including water resistant features and recalibration functions, is estimated to propel product demand. Increasing adoption of headphones, particularly while working out and during office hours, is expected to fuel growth. Development resulting in incorporation of MP3 player in smart headphones is expected to result in demand growth.
Shifting consumer preference towards purchasing expensive headphones and earphones, for enhanced listening experience, is anticipated to drive industry growth over the next few years. Surge in replacement market, coupled with availability of advanced features, is expected to drive market demand over the forecast period. Customers are increasingly opting for these devices, owing to their high fidelity, style and availability of technologically advanced products. However, high cost, as compared to conventional headphones, is expected to pose challenge to industry growth. Issues pertaining to power consumption and user interface might pose serious challenges to market growth.
Wireless segment accounted for over 75% of the overall revenue in 2014, and is expected to witness rapid growth at a CAGR of over 20% from 2014 to 2022, owing to increasing adoption especially in call centers, fitness centers and entertainment or gaming arenas.
Asia Pacific smart headphones market is anticipated to exhibit substantial growth over the foreseeable future in light of rising consumer disposable income of customers in India, Japan Taiwan and Korea. Consumers in the region have high preference for technologically advanced products and with the aforementioned factors, smart earphones demand is expected to witness growth over the next seven years.
Industry participants strive to develop light weight products with advanced audio solutions and high noise cancellation features that offer better listening experience along with better connectivity.
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