Remember Project Hazel, Razer's smart mask with LED lights that promised the same protection as an N95 against the coronavirus? So, the company announced this Friday (6/8) via Twitter that the mask is now called Razer Zephyr and that it will open the project for beta testing in the coming months. Registration is open at laptop manufacturer website.
https://twitter.com/Razer/status/1423660327762374662
Razer explains that the Zephyr is designed to be “safe, social and sustainable.” The device offers 99% bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE), a face seal and an anti-fog coating. In addition, it will come with replaceable filters, a charging case with ultraviolet light to kill any residual viruses or bacteria, a microphone and speaker system for voice output and a transparent window that serves to show the user’s mouth.
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design changes
The Razer Zephyr mask also features some changes compared to the Project Hazel. The new device is slightly wider than the original concept, and there is a grille at the bottom of the mask, probably for ventilation or voice amplification, which is more visible than in the images released earlier this year.
Razer Zephyr design is wider than Project Hazel, highlighting a grid at the bottom of the mask (Razer/Disclosure)
Razer announced the commercial launch of its concept mask in March of this year. It is worth noting that there is still some skepticism about the amount of protection the wearable provides, especially because it comes with ventilation outlets — experts point out that ventilated N95 masks do not prevent the spread of viruses and are significantly worse than cloth masks. The company, however, explains that the vents are filtered like surgical masks and, therefore, there would be no possible problems with blocking particles.
In any case, if you're interested in testing out Razer's new masks, simply head over to the project's official website, Road to Zephyr, and sign up there. The only requirements are your name, country, email, social media profile, and an explanation of why you'd like to beta test an RGB mask. There's no word on pricing or release dates for the mask at this time.
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