Press Release
Oraimo Obs300 Speaker by Shenzhen Transsion Holdings Co., Limited Wins the Bronze A' Design Award in Audio and Sound Equipment Design
Shenzhen Transsion Holdings Co., Limited honored for audio and sound equipment design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 17, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the Bronze A' Design Award in the Audio and Sound Equipment Design category for Oraimo Obs300 Speaker by Shenzhen Transsion Holdings Co., Limited. The recognition forms part of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Bronze A' Design Award Means
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
About Oraimo Obs300 Speaker
Oraimo Obs300 is a portable speaker designed for everyday listening. The compact rounded body measures 146 by 71 by 49 millimeters and is easy to grip. A transparent shell, a metallic paint finish and a light ring of twelve LED beads give the speaker a technical appearance. The three dimensional flow texture on the iron grille improves impact resistance and prevents deformation from accidental bumps. The grille can be replaced to suit personal taste. The inclined body directs sound toward the ears. A 45 millimeter full range driver and a passive bass diaphragm produce deep bass.
About Shenzhen Transsion Holdings Co., Limited
On a normal day of May 2013, a group of people who believe in the spirit of exploring, created oraimo. From the very beginning, they wanted to do something different, something that can change people's life so that they can explore the wonderful world. To change the world, they decided to start with smart accessories, and to keep exploring.
Award Record
Shenzhen Transsion Holdings Co., Limited is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Audio and Sound Equipment Design Award
The A' Audio Products Design Award is an international product design competition recognizing best audio equipment by leading designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to audio product designers, sound equipment designers, industrial designers and product engineers from all countries. Entries typically include headphones, microphones, speakers, amplifiers, soundbars and turntables. Awarded audio products designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/audio-products
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/152793
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/152793
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!152793
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/346747
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Oraimo Obs300 Speaker
- Function
- Speaker
- Category
- Audio and Sound Equipment Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Electronics & Appliances and Entertainment
- Colors
- Dim Gray, Gray, Light Slate Gray, Gainsboro and Dark Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Shenzhen Transsion Holdings Co., Limited
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #152793
Credits
- Team
- Nan Li, Yenchiu Hsu and Wenhsien Chiang
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This portable speaker features technology aesthetics and is comfortable to grip. Its compact, rounded body, a 3D dynamic flow texture used in the grille and cavity, a transparent shell and a breathing light, redefine the aesthetics for speakers. The 3D dynamic flow texture enhances the impact resistance of the grille, preventing deformation caused by accidental bumps. When placed on a surface, the inclined speaker directs the sound closer to ears, offering a superior listening experience.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by space futurism aesthetics, this speaker is designed to resemble a frozen capsule. Such a product, paired with the replaceable speaker grille and the design for stable placement, is both aesthetically pleasing and practical. With a profound understanding of the listening needs of young users, the design team has experimented with various materials and techniques, and finally created this distinctive small portable speaker.
- Research
- Today, users are not merely concerned with the acoustic performance of speakers. They also place significant emphasis on aesthetic expression and unique appearance, incorporating these aspects into their decision making process when selecting speakers. OBS300, featuring a distinctive design with a sense of technology, simple, intuitive operation, and impressive bass, stands out in the market with its own unique style.
- Challenge
- The challenge was to create a new design paradigm that aligns with the expectation of the brand for aesthetics and functionality. The 3D dynamic flow texture in the speaker grille perfectly harmonizes with rhythmic music, giving a dynamic feel and enhancing the auditory and visual experience. Furthermore, the speaker grille supports flexible replacement based on aesthetic preferences of users and various usage scenarios, enabling personalized customization of the speaker.
- Realization and Technology
- The speaker employs precise metallic paint spraying technique, creating a visual effect reminiscent of flowing liquid. The iron speaker grille utilizes punching and etching processes coupled with a unique design to give a dynamic feel. The electroplated LED strip adds a layered sense and enhances the fashion appeal. The 3D texture on the transparent shell, along with the silicone USB plug and supports, ensures the stable placement pf the speaker during its charging.
- Operation and Interaction
- A 45mm full range driver and a passive bass diaphragm shaping like a running track circle, combined with the self developed bass enhancement algorithm, lead to more realistic sounds with stunning bass. A light ring consisting of 12 LED beads supports rich dynamic lighting effects. Users are allowed to customize their own sound and lighting effects on the APP, immersively enjoying an audio visual feast. Additionally, intuitive physical buttons and indicator lights ensure easier operation.
- Project Duration and Location
- This product was designed in October, 2023 in Shenzhen, and will be launched in May, 2024, in Africa and Southeast Asia.
- Keywords
- portable speaker, 3D dynamic flow texture, comfortable grip, technology aesthetics, impressive bass
