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Transparent, with an integrated speaker and RGB lighting – the mask revolution?
by Raphael Knecht
LG equips its air-purifying mask with microphone and speaker
23.7.2021
Translation: Eva Francis
LG has launched an improved version of its high-tech face mask that’s designed to solve a problem. Which one? That wearing a mask makes it harder for others to understand what you’re saying. As LG has announced, the new product will be available in August.
LG introduced its mouth and nose mask that goes by the somewhat bulky name «PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier» a year ago. The mask with built-in fans and replaceable filters (here’s the product on the official LG store) was obviously a sales success, despite or perhaps because of its price tag of around 130 francs.
Razer and LG competing
LG isn’t the only supplier of masks that feature built-in tech components – unlike the fabric masks that are common in this country. Razer, better known for producing gaming peripherals, also presented a mask with voice amplification technology last year. Their mask also features RGB lighting.
The Razer mask – marketed as «Project Hazel» – is expected to go on sale in the fourth quarter of this year, which is October 2021. However, it will probably only be available directly via the Razer website, where you have to register for the sales launch.
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