For the ‘all digital’ CES, Razer showed off their concept N95 mask, now with Chroma RGB LEDs! You’ve never looked so ‘cyberpunk’ with the invisible corona hordes and their anti-mask thralls.
Microphones and amplifiers embedded in the fans will project your voice through the mask, so you do not have to worry. We have not yet seen it in action or had the chance to try it out for ourselves. Razer told us that it is working with THX sound engineers to find a balance in terms of how loud the speakers should be for accessibility purposes.
Razer claims that Project Hazel is comfortable despite all the technology inside. The mask makes a seal around your nose and chin with a silicone protector and uses adjustable earmuffs so that most people can find the right fit (although it is probably quite heavier than your average mask).
Of course, this would not be a modern Razer product if it does not support Chroma RGB LEDs. Each ring of the respirator-meet amplifier can glow in the color you choose. And when it gets dark, a set of LEDs is automatically activated to let light shine on your mouth so others can still see you talking. It’s hard to tell how effective these LEDs are at fully illuminating your mouth, but they can be helpful nonetheless.
[H/t Laurie Fox]
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