Revision as of 05:10, 6 July 2017

1 Objective
2 Introduction
3 Search in PCS
4 Top Assignee
5 Top Assignee Insights
- 5.1 A) Sonos
- 5.2 B) Sony
6 Bibliographic Analytics
7 Technical Insights: CPC Distribution in Top Assignees:
- 7.1 CPC Distribution:
8 Technical Insights: Concepts vs Top Assignees
- 8.1 Technology Concepts:
9 Value Chain Analysis
10 Latest M&A Activity in the Space

Objective

Perform a landscape search in the area of Smart Speakers
Use PCS to derive insights and gain competitive perspective
Understand the value chain and recent M&A activities

Introduction

A smart speaker is a type of wireless speaker and smart device that utilizes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other standards to extend usage beyond audio playback. This can include, but not be limited to, features such as compatibility across a number of services and platforms, peer-to-peer connection through mesh networking, intelligent personal assistants, and others. Each can have its own designated interface and features in-house, usually launched or controlled via application or home automation software.

Search in PCS

A search on PCS for Smart was performed with the following search strategy:

text:smart speaker OR tac:intelligent speaker OR tac:Intelligent home speaker OR ( tac:speaker AND text:Wireless Music system) OR tac:connected speaker OR ( tac:speaker AND text:Wireless speaker system ) OR tac: smart home speaker OR tac:Siri Speaker OR tac:Web-connected Speaker OR tac:Smart wi-fi speaker OR ( tac:home AND tac:wireless speaker)