This market research report segments the global gaming headset market by technology (wired headsets and wireless headsets), connected device (console and PC), and by geography (APAC, EMEA, and the Americas). Key leading vendors analyzed in this report are Cooler Master, Creative, Mad Catz, Sennheiser, Steelseries, and Turtle Beach.
Technavio has released updated information on the gaming market, with the publication of its new market research report, global gaming headset market. The global gaming headset market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% between 2015 and 2019, thanks to the launch of various next generation consoles.
APAC region is expected to account for more than 38% of the global market revenue and is also expected to witness the highest market growth rate during the forecast period. The APAC’s high market dominion can be attributed to factors like the augmented market for gaming in emerging countries such as India, Taiwan, and Indonesia.
An interesting trend emerging in the market is the growing demand for wireless over-ear headphones equipped with Bluetooth and NFC technology and touch-sensing controls. These headphones are gaining popularity owing to their durable, flexible, and lightweight features. Moreover, the headphone manufacturers are introducing headsets equipped with a touchpad, where users can control the device through touch.
“Rise in gamification has augmented the demand for gaming headphones that provide surround sound. 3D headphones are the latest technologies used in the gaming headset market. These headsets use a special sensor that detects direction and produces sound accordingly. Also, manufacturers are designing wireless headphones, with the help of nano-chip technology,” says Navin Rajendra, Lead Analyst, IT Hardware, Software, Services, Technavio Research.
The major players of the global gaming headset market are Cooler Master, Creative, Mad Catz, Sennheiser, Steelseries, and Turtle Beach. This market is highly competitive as numerous vendors compete with each other to gain the largest market share during the forecast period. Since this market is still in its nascent stage, vendors of gaming peripherals are focusing on the localization of these peripherals to gain maximum traction in this market.
A more detailed analysis is available in the Technavio report, Global Gaming Headset Market – Industry Analysis 2015-2019.
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