adidas unveils its new wireless RPT-02 SOL headphones that are charged by both natural and artificial light. Working together with lifestyle imprint ZOund INdustries and Swedish solar technology company Exeger, the design came to fruition.
It is made from a flexible light-cell material known as Powerfoyle and it makes up the headband of the new RPT-02 SOL. To manage the audio, there is a light indicator featured within the design to let wearers know when to charge the headphones. In terms of the design, it comes in the colorway options of night grey and solar yellow with a function of 10 meters Bluetooth range. It also takes sustainability in mind as it is made from 87% recycled plastic.
Solar-Powered Wireless Headphones
adidas Launches the New Sporty RPT-02 SOL Headphones
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