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# Headphone-Equipped Face Masks
The Honeywell x will.i.am 'Xupermask' Has HEPA Filters and More

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-04-07 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xupermask
References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/honeywell-x-william-xupermask/) & [xupermask](https://xupermask.com)

The Honeywell x will.i.am 'Xupermask' is a collaboration face mask created to transform perceptions of essential face coverings and offer wearers a more multifunctional experience. The face mask is paired with [noise-cancelling earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-noisecancelling-earphones) as well as microphones, [Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overear-headphones1) and more. The mask is equipped with a series of HEPA Filters that are paired with two three-speed fans to maximize breaking comfort when being worn for extended periods.

The Honeywell x will.i.am 'Xupermask maintains a secure seal on the face thanks to silicone and features a design created by costume designer Jose I. Fernandez along with a series of LEDs for enhanced style. The mask will be launched for purchase on April 8, 2021 at a price point of $299 in very limited quantities and will come with a three-month supply of HEPA Filters, a USB charger, a carrying case and earbud tips.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 7.0/10
- Popularity: 99% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 10%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Multifunctional Face Masks:** Opportunity for creating face masks that do more than just cover the face, such as integrating headphones, microphones, and filters.
- **Noise-cancelling Wearables:** Expansion of noise-cancelling technology beyond headphones and earbuds to include face masks for an enhanced audio experience.
- **Fashionable Health Products:** The intersection of fashion and health presents a space for innovative designs, such as the incorporation of LEDs and using designers for product creation.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):** Opportunity to create more innovative PPE that meets the needs of consumers, including enhanced functionality and design.
- **Audio and Wearable Technology:** Development of technologies such as noise-cancelling systems designed for face masks could create new markets for consumer tech.
- **Health and Wellness:** Innovative health products in the wellness space, such as fashionable and multifunctional face masks, presents an opportunity for growth and development.

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