Micro Earbuds Pro

NOKIA

A compact earbuds design that fits ergonomically in ears for greater comfort and better sound, while minimising its size.

Moodboard

Ergonomic - Soft - Pocketable - Harmonious - Urban

The functionality of a product often determines its form, especially for a delicate product like earbuds.

To balance both aspects, a design should begin with the research on user pain points for existing products.

Comfortability is one of the elements a user cares most when finding a pair of earbuds. Therefore paying attention to factors like - product form, fitting, weight, sweat and rain - when designing would help maximise fundamental functions without compromising its visually appealing aspects.

Ergonomic design

Everyone’s ears and ear canals are different in sizes and shapes, so even if those one-size-fits-all earbuds are made according to “standardised” measures, it will not fit every person perfectly.

The tapered and rounded fit helps form a tight but comfortable seal for a better noise isolation.

Ergonomic testing

Apart from user testing, pressure mapping assessment was also undertaken to help identify areas on the earbuds that tend to be high or low pressures, hence quantify comfort.

Exploded view

Build to last

Discreet design with a durable build.

IPX5

Perfect for outdoors.

The earbuds are waterproof, sweatproof, and workout friendly.

CMF selection

A combination of matte and glossy housings.

A selection of both tone-on-tone and dual-colour on the case and earbuds, aim to add playfulness to the product while retaining its minimal characteristics.

In context visuals

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NOKIA

MICRO EARBUDS PRO