Human Things, a company that has developed a number of gaming devices for the Nintendo Switch, has a new device!
GENKI Waveform ", a wireless earphone that can simultaneously play the sounds of games on the Switch and voice chat on a smartphone, is now available on Kickstarter, a global crowdfunding project.
DualStream" function to mix sounds!
Currently, in order to enjoy voice chat on the Switch, you have to play the game sound through the speakers and use a separate smartphone app for voice chat. Even if you want to enjoy the game sounds, you may have to minimize the sound to avoid the other person on the other end of the line...
With GENKI Waveform, however, the " DualStream " feature mixes the sound of two connected devices, so you can hear the game sounds on your Switch and the voice chat on your smartphone at the same time, stress-free!
Of course, the "DualStream" feature is also ideal for "work while listening to music and talking on the phone" on devices other than the Switch.
Until now, there has been a "multipoint" function that allows Bluetooth earphones to be connected to multiple devices at the same time, but it was not possible to listen to the sound of two devices at the same time.
This completely new type of fully wireless earphones will open up a variety of new ways to enjoy your music!
Human Thing is currently seeking supporters through crowdfunding!
Human Thing is currently seeking supporters on Kickstarter!
For a donation of 24,405 yen (US $199) or more, you can choose the "GENKI Waveform" return option.
The earphones are equipped with active noise canceling and outside sound capture modes, as well as basic earphone specs such as low latency and clear sound quality. The waterproof rating is IPX4 for the prototype, and IPX5 will be supported in final production.
For more performance details, please visit KickstarterNavi or the official page!
"GENKI Waveform" | |
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Size (earphones) | 26mm x 29mm x 18mm |
Weight (earphone) | 6.9g |
Size (Case) | 73mm × 30mm × 45mm |
Weight (case) | 51.1g |
Battery life | Up to 13 hours (up to 39 hours continuous use with case) |
Return Details | (US $199 plan) Waveform Earphones Waveform Smart Case USB-C to USB-A Cable USB-C to 3.5mm Cable Custom Fit Ear Tips (US $399 plan) |
Shipping cost (Japan) | Approx. 1,226 yen (US $10) |
Official page | https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/humanthings/genki-waveform |
Suggested retail price | Approx. 34,335 yen (US $279.99) |