PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1681973
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Bluetooth headphones represent wireless audio accessories that establish connections with devices via Bluetooth technology. This enables users to enjoy music, conduct calls, or engage with various audio content without the limitations of cords. Such headphones commonly incorporate built-in controls for functions such as volume adjustment, track skipping, and call management, enhancing convenience and mobility for individuals engaged in active pursuits.
The several types of bluetooth headphones are over-ear, in-ear, and on-ear. Over-ear Bluetooth headphones envelop the entire ear, ensuring a secure fit and delivering an immersive sound experience. These headphones comprise multiple components, including hardware, software, and associated services. They are retailed through various distribution channels such as exclusive stores, multi-branded outlets, and online retail platforms, catering to diverse applications such as music and entertainment, sports and fitness, gaming, and virtual reality experiences.
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The bluetooth headphones market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $22.45 billion in 2024 to $25.14 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the rise of wearable technology, the demise of the headphone jack, lifestyle changes, fashion and design trends, increased connectivity options, and consumer awareness, and education.
The bluetooth headphones market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $39.02 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the expansion of the entertainment and gaming industry, increasing disposable income, growing trend of wireless audio, and expansion of e-commerce channels. Major trends in the forecast period include the emergence of hybrid connectivity, the rise of AI-driven audio enhancement, integration with augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) platforms, expansion of smart features, integration of health monitoring features, improved battery life, and adoption of true wireless technology.
The expanding usage of smartphones is anticipated to drive the growth of the bluetooth headphones market in the coming years. Smartphones, characterized by their multifunctionality and incorporation of computer-like features, have become ubiquitous devices for communication, entertainment, productivity, and connectivity. Their widespread adoption has streamlined various aspects of modern life into a single portable gadget. Acting as primary sources for audio content, smartphones facilitate seamless connectivity with Bluetooth headphones, enhancing user experience and portability. For example, as reported by the Department of Telecommunications in April 2022, Vietnam witnessed a significant rise in smartphone subscribers, reaching 93.5 million by March 2022, representing 73.5% of the adult population. This proliferation of smartphones is a key driver behind the increasing demand for Bluetooth headphones.
Key companies in the bluetooth headphones market are intensifying their efforts to introduce innovative products, such as hybrid adaptive noise cancellation headphones, to drive market growth and revenue. These advanced audio devices utilize multiple noise-canceling technologies to effectively block unwanted ambient sounds while adapting to various environments and user preferences. For instance, in February 2024, Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co. KG launched the ACCENTUM Plus wireless headphones in India. These headphones feature Bluetooth 5.2, touch controls, active noise cancellation compatibility, and Sennheiser's renowned sound profile. Offering touch-gesture controls and boasting a 50-hour battery life on a single charge, the headphones also include a 37mm dynamic transducer, support for several codecs such as aptX Adaptive, and a transparency mode.
In September 2023, Sony Interactive Entertainment, a US-based video game company, acquired Audeze for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to bolster Sony's audio product lineup and solidify its presence in the premium audio market by incorporating Audeze's advanced planar magnetic headphone technology to enhance the sound quality of its Bluetooth headphones, catering to both gaming and music enthusiasts. Audeze is a US-based manufacturer of high-end headphones.
Major companies operating in the bluetooth headphones market are Apple Inc., Samsung electronics Co. Ltd., Microsoft Corporation, Sony Group Corporation, Lenovo Group Limited, LG Electronics Inc., HP Inc., Panasonic Corporation, Koninklijke Philips N.V., Logitech International SA, Bose Corporation, GN Store Nord AS, Plantronics Inc., Razer Inc., Bowers & Wilkins, Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co KG, Jabra Corporation, Imagine Marketing Pvt. Ltd., Skullcandy Inc., Creative Technology Ltd., HIFIMAN Corporation, Audio-Technica US Inc., AfterShokz, Hooke Audio Corporation
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the bluetooth headphones market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the bluetooth headphones market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the bluetooth headphones market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The bluetooth headphones market consists of revenues earned by entities providing services such as audio sharing, voice assistance, music streaming, noise cancellation, hands-free calling, and wireless audio playback. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The bluetooth headphones market also includes sales of sports bluetooth headphones, neckband-style bluetooth earphones, gaming bluetooth headphones, waterproof bluetooth headphones, and fashion bluetooth headphones. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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