“The NECKLACE has a high innovation value,” praised the jury. “Here, the concept of neckband headphones has been re-examined and translated into an aesthetically pleasing form.” Indeed, the device is reminiscent of a piece of jewellery, with the light, shimmering aluminium pendant serving as a touch panel for controlling all key functions. A clever solution has also been found for charging: the cable includes a plug-in structure in the neck area that hides two USB-C connectors, making it possible to connect it to a computer or mobile phone. As a result, there is no need to carry a separate charging cable.
Credits
Manufacturer:
Xiaomi Inc., Beijing, China
In-house design:
Lei Zhang, Qing Li
Design:
1more Inc., Weiwen Deng, Ming Shen, Shenzhen, China
