Introducing the all-new second generation Urbanista Los Angeles self-charging headphones and Urbanista Phoenix earphones, powered by Powerfoyle™ solar cell technology
JANUARY 4, 2024 – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – Urbanista, the Swedish lifestyle audio brand, announces the new and advanced Urbanista Los Angeles headphones and Urbanista Phoenix earphones, the next generation light powered audio products with integrated Powerfoyle™ solar cell material. Made from recycled plastic and redesigned from the ground up for improved comfort, the second generation self-charging headphones and earphones with adaptive noise cancelling mark the pinnacle of sustainable audio technology, harnessing the limitless power of light in all conditions, both indoors and outdoors.
Building on the success of the world’s first light powered headphones and earphones with Powerfoyle™ solar cell technology launched by Urbanista in 2021 and 2022, the new second generation Urbanista Los Angeles and Urbanista Phoenix redefine the audio experience with a combination of wireless freedom and cutting-edge green technology. At the heart of both products lies revolutionary adaptive noise cancelling technology, setting a new standard in immersive audio. The headphones and earphones noise-reducing microphones are finely tuned to eradicate distracting sounds, ensuring that music and calls are heard with pristine clarity, even in noisy environments.
Inspired by two of the sunniest places on earth, the second generation Urbanista Los Angeles and Phoenix will come in the iconic Midnight Black and additional colorways that will be announced later. Available online at urbanista.com and retailers worldwide in 2024, the Urbanista Los Angeles 2nd Generation headphones will be priced at $179 / €179 / £149 and the Urbanista Phoenix 2nd Generation earphones at $129 / €129 / £119.
Tuomas Lonka, Urbanista’s Brand and Marketing Director, comments: “It’s a privilege for us to further continue this path of innovation together with Exeger and use the latest Powerfoyle™ solar cell technology to bring already a second generation of our popular light powered audio products to the market. After the success of the first generation Urbanista Los Angeles and Phoenix, the Urbanista team has been working hard to offer an improved listening experience for consumers through improvements in both products’ design and with the addition of the latest features. These second generation light powered audio products not only continue to make strides towards more sustainable audio technology but also deliver an unmatched listening experience that listeners can fully customize based on their individual preferences.”
Giovanni Fili, founder and CEO of Exeger adds: “In 2021, Urbanista launched the world’s first Powerfoyle™ powered product. Now, three years later they offer a full audio line-up and push to improve the products to make them more user friendly and more sustainable. Together, Exeger and Urbanista have set a new standard for convenience and sustainability in the audio industry. I am extremely proud to see us continue to lead the market together by launching the second generation of headphones and earphones!”
The all-new Urbanista Los Angeles redefines your listening experience with unmatched performance. The headphones continuously recharge when exposed to all forms of light, both indoors and outdoors, delivering virtually infinite playtime. Los Angeles’ redesigned headband features an integrated Powerfoyle™ solar cell that allows the headphones to keep charging even while you’re listening to your favourite tunes, and the headphones’ 60-hour total playtime guarantees that you can keep on listening to your favourite music throughout the day without interruptions.
Made from recycled plastic and redesigned for a perfect fit, the all-new Urbanista Los Angeles headphones improved lightweight design offers full day listening comfort whether you’re on a long flight, at the gym or spending the day at the office. Los Angeles also boasts cutting-edge ear-detection technology that intelligently pauses audio playback when the headphones are removed, and continues to play music when you’re ready to dive back in. The headphones’ advanced Bluetooth multipoint feature seamlessly connects to your preferred Bluetooth device at any moment, so you can enjoy an uninterrupted audio experience even when you need to switch between devices.
With Urbanista Phoenix, you can take your true wireless audio experience to the next level. Phoenix harnesses the limitless power of light with a redesigned innovative sleek charging case that continuously recharges whenever exposed to all forms of light, both indoors and outdoors. The earphones deliver eight hours of uninterrupted playtime on a single charge, and when paired with the charging case, you can enjoy up to 40 hours of continuous listening.
The all-new second generation Urbanista Phoenix features a new and improved earphone design that you can comfortably enjoy for hours thanks to the fully customizable fit provided by the silicone ear tips, and an even smaller charging case with the integrated Powerfoyle™ solar cell that makes the pebble-shaped case easily pocketable and convenient to hold in your hand. Made from recycled plastic, Phoenix’s earphones are IP54 rated for sweat and water resistance, so you can remain fully immersed in your music, regardless of the surroundings. Similarly to Los Angeles, the new second generation Urbanista Phoenix features advanced ear-detection technology and Bluetooth multipoint feature to seamlessly connect to your preferred Bluetooth device at any moment.
Both Urbanista Los Angeles headphones and the Phoenix earphones are compatible with the Urbanista mobile companion app that puts you in complete control of your audio experience. The Urbanista app, available on Apple App Store and Google Play Store, gives you deep customization options, including fully customizable EQ settings to adjust your audio to your taste. The companion app also helps you keep track of the headphones and earphones live light charging and historical performance to make the most out of your product’s playtime and light charging features.
Read more about the new second generation Urbanista Los Angeles headphones and Phoenix earphones and sign up for updates at https://www.urbanista.com/nextgen
Exeger is a Swedish company with a unique solar cell technology that converts all forms of light into electrical energy. With its resilient and flexible design, the material named Powerfoyle can be seamlessly integrated into all products that benefit from being self-powered. Powerfoyle can enhance any consumer electronic product it is integrated into with extended or even eternal battery life, putting the power of cutting-edge solar technology directly into the hands of consumers.
By revolutionizing the perception of available energy, Exeger makes products both smarter and more sustainable – with the vision to touch the lives of billions of people by 2030.
Urbanista was born in 2010 in Stockholm, Sweden out of love for cities and urban life. Our products are rooted in Scandinavian design tradition and inspired by music, arts, fashion and urban culture. We believe that lifestyle audio products should not only sound great, but also look good. Today, our products are available in over 90 countries, and sold in 30,000 stores worldwide.
For more information visit www.urbanista.com
