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Plus Minus Zero's Braun-y Wireless TV Speaker

By Rain Noe - August 6

in Object Culture

This looks like a Braun product from an alternate universe, but it was actually designed by Japanese ID firm Propellor Design.

Designed for the elderly and hard of hearing, it's a wireless TV speaker for those who have trouble hearing the television. The user plugs a stick-style transmitter into the TV's USB port, then sound is wirelessly beamed to the device; it also allows you to plug headphones into it, without needing to run a cable all the way to the TV.

The speaker's sound is tuned to boost mid-range audio, which is particularly useful for making out dialogue. It also has a built in AM/FM radio.

These are in production by Japanese housewares brand Plus Minus Zero and run ¥14,300 (USD $97).

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Abe Froman

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Physical controls.....YES! I too am weary of screens or confusing consoles and hope manufacturers ditch the trend.

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Scott Urban

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I like the physical knobs and slider. All my Bluetooth speakers have rubbery push buttons which give a squishy, indefinite feel. A volume knob is so much quicker and clearer. Nice overall look as well.

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