Oppo Enco M31: Redefining Wireless Headphones

Lightweight, Flexible, and High-Quality Audio Experience

The Oppo Enco M31 differentiates itself from mainstream neckband headphones through its ultra-lightweight at 22 grams, ergonomically curved neckband, and streamlined design. The liquid silicone neckband, with built-in memory titanium alloy thread, allows it to be flexed and stored in a pocket on the go. The headphones offer users best-in-class wearing experience and deliver an excellent audio experience with up to 12-hour playtime, thanks to the Ldac audio coding technology.

The neckband is liquid silicone overmolded with a built-in memory titanium alloy thread, which can retain its shape despite bending and twisting. The main material of the neckband housings, buttons, and earbuds are made of Polycarbonate - Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene composite that ensures strength and lightness. A textured Polycarbonate - polymethyl methacrylate plate is placed on top of either earbud with magnets hidden beneath, which allows them to be drawn together when not in use. The silicone ear tips ensure a secure and snug fit for human ears.

The Oppo Enco M31 comes with smart magnetic power control. The headphones automatically disconnect from the paired device when both earbuds are taken off and drawn together by the magnets. When users put them on again, the connection will instantly be restored. This simplifies users' operation and saves power on the go. All other controls can be reached with ease on one side of the neckband.

The project started in October 2019 in Shenzhen, China, and was released on March 30, 2020. Extensive research, including user interviews, focus groups, and workshops, were conducted by the design team to identify users’ most essential needs for wireless neckband headphones. The main challenge of the design was to seek a balance between form and functionality, such as balancing the light volume and battery capacity. The product also needed to reflect the Oppo Enco design value and follow the family's unique product identity.

The Oppo Enco M31 wireless headphones feature an ultra-lightweight at 22 grams while delivering studio-quality sound with Ldac audio coding technology and certified Hi-Res Wireless Audio. They render an elegant impression with the sophisticated materialization and streamlined design language. The liquid silicone neckband is ergonomically built to ensure comfort for all-day wearing, also coming with the flexibility to be folded and stored in a pocket. Built-in magnets bring earbuds together to pause music, making operation simpler and save power on the go. The design was awarded Golden in A' Digital and Electronic Device Design Award in 2020.