Remember the colorful, iconic designs of Nokia Lumia phones? Looks like HMD, which is making phones in its name today, leverages some of that nostalgia! Fresh evidence points toward HMD's expansion into audio accessories, and their very first earbuds, called 'Ampd Buds,' are already raising eyebrows-or rather, ears-with a charging case that screams Lumia.
HMD Ampd Buds and Case Design: A Nod to Nokia's Bold Past
While the earbuds themselves sport a fairly standard stem design, it's the charging case that's the real head-turner. The design clearly echoes the distinctive aesthetic of the HMD Skyline smartphone, which itself is a loving tribute to the classic Nokia Lumia series. Think bold colors and clean lines-a far cry from the generic cases we often see.
Even the color options for the Ampd Buds - Black, Blue, and Pink - seem to be pulled straight from the HMD Skyline/Lumia playbook. It's a cohesive design language that's smart and instantly recognizable.
Reverse Wireless Charging: A Clever Touch
But it's not all about the looks! The most interesting detail leaked from the FCC filing is related to magnets included in the charging case. Why magnets? Speculation leads to a neat feature: reverse wireless charging! Imagine snapping the earbud case to the back of your HMD Skyline-or any phone supporting wireless charging-to give them a quick power boost.
This could be a genuinely useful feature when out and about, and your earbuds are running low. No more frantically looking around for a cable, just a quick top-up from your phone. Smart!
Battery Life and Possible Release
According to FCC documentation, the earbuds themselves would contain 35mAh batteries promising about 5 hours of music playback on a single charge. Unfortunately, battery details for the case itself remain under wraps for now.
Now, when we are likely to see these fashion earbuds at the market, all eyes will be on this year's MWC 2025 in Barcelona this next month. HMD will surely be there and that will just be the perfect place to provide their new audio accessories with a welcome among many other gadgets.
Final Thoughts
The HMD Ampd Buds seem to be shaping up to be more than just another pair of wireless earbuds, with their Lumia-inspired design and a potentially innovative reverse wireless charging feature really setting them apart from the crowded market. Whether you're one such fan of Nokia's classic design language or just appreciate a bit of clever tech, these are definitely ones to keep an eye out for.
