Silver Audio and Sound Equipment Design · 2026
Portable Waterproof Magnetic Stand Speak
- A' Design Award 2026 Silver Winner in Audio and Sound Equipment Design
- Awarded April 15, 2026
- CLIENT: Shenzhen Figma Technology Co., Ltd
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 16,632
- Verification code 8290249ACD · Verify this award
About Portable Waterproof Magnetic Stand Speak
Portable Waterproof is a compact portable speaker designed for use in many different settings. A magnetic module at the base holds the speaker on metal surfaces such as refrigerator doors, door frames and fitness equipment. Sixteen neodymium magnets are arranged in a ring and kept away from the audio driver, and a shielding layer supports stable sound output. The body pairs brushed metal at the base with soft fabric on the top, and a leather side strap helps with carrying. The speaker offers TWS connectivity, an IPX7 waterproof rating and a 12 hour battery life.
Drawing upon traditions of considered industrial design that prioritize both functional innovation and aesthetic refinement, this presentation of Yuanying Yang's Portable Waterproof Magnetic Stand Speak invites contemplation of how contemporary audio equipment transcends mere utility to become expressive personal accessories, the magnetic separation system visible in the tilted purple unit at left demonstrates engineering elegance whereby the spherical speaker element detaches from its conical base to enable flexible positioning and portability while maintaining visual cohesion when reunited, the chromatic range spanning from contemplative lavender through assertive vermillion to gentle rose and grounded sand tones suggests the designer's understanding that personal audio devices occupy intimate domestic and social spaces where color choice communicates individual identity, technically the work achieves admirable synthesis of seemingly opposed material qualities with the acoustic permeability required of speaker mesh grilles balanced against the protective solidity implied by metallic base rings and the organic warmth introduced through carefully matched leather carrying straps, compositionally the arrangement on geometric pedestals of varying heights creates museum-like reverence for objects of daily use while the pristine white environment strips away contextual distraction to focus attention on formal relationships and surface refinements, thematically the work engages with contemporary questions of how technology integrates into lived experience and whether functional objects might simultaneously serve as vehicles for aesthetic pleasure and personal expression, the modular magnetic system visible throughout suggests adaptability and user agency while the coordinated color palette implies systematic design thinking that considers product families rather than isolated objects, one might observe how the spherical forms echo natural organic geometries while truncated cones reference architectural stability creating dialogue between biomorphic and constructed vocabularies, viewers are invited to consider how the boundaries between tool and accessory, utility and beauty, technology and craft continue to evolve in thoughtfully designed objects
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- The speaker redefines mobile audio experiences with its innovative magnetic mounting structure and compact body. The magnetic mounting module at the base enables it to securely attach to various metal surfaces like refrigerator doors, door frames, and fitness equipment, offering a mobile listening experience, seamlessly adapting to home, office, and outdoor camping scenarios. With TWS connectivity and a professional tuning system, it allows users to enjoy beautiful music anytime, anywhere.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 61.77mm*47.50mm
- Tags
- Portable Speaker, Magnetic Mounting Structure, All Scenario Use, TWS Connectivity, Bucket Shaped Design
- Production Technology
- The bottom brushed metal and top soft fabric create a refined visual contrast that blends technological sophistication with everyday friendliness, fitting seamlessly into both indoor and outdoor environments.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge was integrating a magnetic mounting module into a compact body without compromising audio performance. The design team precisely calculated the magnetic interference between the magnets and the audio driver, developing a magnetic acoustic isolation structure. Sixteen neodymium magnets are arranged in a ring formation at the bottom, strategically distanced from the driver. Paired with a shielding layer, it ensures secure magnetic attachment and a clean, stable sound output.
- Operation Flow
- It simplifies interaction for intuitive operation. A multifunctional button at the base supports short press for pausing, long press for rejecting calls, and triple press for restoring factory settings. During use, a blue breathing light at the base adds a sense of vitality. In standby mode, the light shifts colors to indicate battery levels, harmonizing functional feedback with visual elegance.
A leather side strap offers added portability, perfect for hand carrying or attaching to a backpack. - Research
- Breaking free from traditional placement limitations with its magnetic mounting structure, it enables all scenario placement. A 16 core dual magnet array at the bottom ensures secure attachment to various metal surfaces, allowing users to enjoy music anytime, anywhere. It can be attached to the back of a smartphone as a phone stand. Supporting vertical and horizontal placement, it enables effortless switching between music and video playback for a handsfree, immersive audiovisual experience.
- Inspiration
- The speaker follows users’ growing demand for all scenario use instead of fixed scenario use. Traditional speakers, with limited placement flexibility, often fall short of meeting diverse user needs. In response, the design team developed this magnetic stand speaker, which can be flexibly attached to various surfaces, suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, gyms, and other scenarios. With an IPX7 waterproof rating and 12 hour extended battery life, it ensures relaxing musical enjoyment.