The 'Sound X' speaker is a collaboration audio technology solution that aims to deliver exceptional feedback in a compact, design-conscious way. Developed by premium audio brand Devialet in partnership with Huawei, the smart speaker is designed with the Chinese market in mind and boasts a demure, all-black cylindrical aesthetic that will fit well within modern homes.
The speaker hides a 60W double subwoofer within along with six drivers that will deliver 360-degrees of immersive audio that will support a range of music genres and content. The unit also features six microphones that will pick up the user's voice to utilize the Xiaoyi voice assistant from Huawei. The 'Sound X' speaker is set to retail for $285 to make it a cost-effective alternative to other high-end audio solutions.
Art Deco-Inspired Smart Speakers
The 'Sound X' Speaker is Designed with the Chinese Market in Mind
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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