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 Speaker was performed with the following search strategy:
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tac: 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:speaker AND tac:(wifi OR wireless fidelity OR bluetooth)) |
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