xMEMS launches a tiny speaker for smartwatches

xMEMS has launched the Sycamore-W, which it claims is the “world’s thinnest speaker designed particularly for wrist-worn wearables.” The Sycamore-W is just one mm skinny and weighs solely 150 mg, making it roughly 70 p.c smaller than the audio system usually used for sensible watches. xMEMS took the micro-electromechanical techniques (MEMS) expertise utilized in cell telephones’ microphones and developed drivers primarily based on it to be used in earphones as an alternative. Final 12 months, it launched the Sycamore audio system, primarily based on the identical platform as its authentic product, for open-fit earbuds, sensible glasses and sensible watches.

Whereas the unique Sycamore might already be utilized in smartwatches, the Sycamore-W was engineered particularly for wrist-based wearables. Since it is very skinny, firms can match bigger batteries or extra biometric sensors into their merchandise. The audio system are additionally water, mud and shock-resistant. “Sycamore-W redefines audio for sensible watches, combining compact design with sturdy efficiency to satisfy the calls for of next-generation wearables,” stated Mike Housholder, xMEMS VP of Advertising and marketing and Enterprise Growth. “Because the wrist turns into a key interface for ears-free, hands-free AI interactions, Sycamore-W empowers producers to ship premium audio in smaller, lighter, extra sturdy gadgets.”

The corporate is planning to start out quantity manufacturing for the Sycamore-W within the second quarter of 2026, so we cannot be seeing merchandise that use the part till someday subsequent 12 months. xMEMS will proceed producing the unique Sycamore audio system for sensible glasses, open-fit earbuds and laptops, however it would announce extra fashions for extra particular functions within the coming months.