Astell&Kern, a South Korean company that specializes in high-end mobile audio technologies that well and truly cater to the audiophile sect, has launched its latest and greatest offering in the form of the UW100 wireless earphones.
These particular wireless earphones don't utilize the active noise cancellation that has become all the rage lately, but instead makes use of a passive isolation mechanism that filters out ambient noise across high, mid and low frequencies. What's more, users have the option of deactivating the filter system by tapping their left earphone or wielding the companion smartphone app, allowing them to choose between different levels of ambient noise.
Set to be made available for a price of $260, these wireless earphones will appeal to audiophiles who won't to exercise control over ambient noise in order to suit their environment.
Ambient Noise-Filtering Wireless Earphones
These Earbuds Let Users Control Passive Sound Isolation
Trend Themes
1. Passive Isolation Mechanisms - Audio tech companies can explore the use of passive isolation mechanisms to filter out ambient noise and give users greater control over their audio experience.
2. Alternative Noise Filtering Technologies - There is a trend towards exploring alternative noise filtering technologies beyond active noise cancellation in the wireless earphones market.
3. Customizable Ambient Noise - Wireless earphone manufacturers can look into offering users the ability to customize ambient noise levels through companion apps, leading to more tailored user experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Audio Technology - Companies in the audio technology industry can develop and market new wireless earphone products that utilize passive isolation mechanisms for filtering ambient noise.
2. Wireless Earphones - Innovative companies in the wireless earphone industry can explore new noise filtering technologies, such as passive isolation mechanisms, to differentiate themselves in a crowded market.
3. Mobile App Development - Mobile app developers can collaborate with wireless earphone manufacturers to create companion apps that allow users to customize ambient noise levels to their liking, leading to a more personalized user experience.