99% of the world’s population living in cities with air pollution levels higher than those judged to be safe according to the World Health Organisation, portable purifying solutions loom as potential game-changers – if consumers can look past the Zone’s bizarre appearance.
Looking very much like an item ripped straight out of a sci-fi film, launch pricing for the Dyson Zone is not yet known, but the headphones are expected to be available for purchase in various regions from early 2023 – beginning with China in January, before launching in the US, UK, Hong Kong and Singapore from March. Availability for Australia is as yet unconfirmed.
When we were first introduced to the Dyson Zone at an event in the UK, it seemed as though the wearable was being pitched more as a portable purifier rather than headphones. However, it seems the company is just as keen on making sure it sounds good too – we're yet to test its audio prowess, but our curiosity sure has been piqued.
And while wearable air purifiers themselves aren't new, the combo of audio and a purifier is unique and we're not sure anyone else would want to keep with the engineering resources Dyson has its disposal. Given the growing frequency of major weather events like wildfires and storms kicking up plenty of soot or dust, there's certainly the potential that this tech could fulfil a need on the consumer market.
One glance at the impressive performance specs of the Dyson Zone, however, gives an impression of what the headset could end up costing – and odds are it won't come cheap. Are we really ready for a niche-looking set of wireless headphones with a premium price tag attached? Dyson is hoping so, and at the very least it has backed up the Zone with the performance specs to make it an interesting consideration.
Germ freaks would love it I’m sure.
Lmao
So we can wear the bane mask from batman out in public next year?
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