Panasonic unveiled four new additions to its already robust line-up of headphones at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) including two new Drops 360' premium-level in-ear models, a Bluetooth® model and the new FOLDZ line of ultra-compact on-ear headphones. The FOLDZ line and in-ear models are available now at Panasonic.com and availability of the Bluetooth model will be announced at a later date. The new PanasonicFOLDZ on-ear headphones (RP-DJS150M) features an ultra-compact design for on-the-go use with a 30mm Driver and Neodymium Magnets for powerful, high-impact sound.
FOLDZ offer remarkable portability with ear cups that rotate with a swivel mechanism, to fold and fit compactly into the palm of hand. FOLDZ are ccompatible with iPhone, BlackBerry®, Windows Phone® and Android devices with a Switch for Call function to use the mic for smartphone conversations. Panasonic's new RP-BTD5 Bluetooth Wireless Headphones' NFC (Near-Field Communication) function allows one-touch pairing with smart devices.
The BTD5 features a 40mm Driver and Neodymium Magnets for impressive sound. Pairing is achieved by touching the smart device to the ear cup. The lithium ion battery provides up to 40 hours of wireless use and included audio and USB charging cords enable extended use and easy recharging.
The Drops 360' Luxe RP-HJX20 ultra-premium model is powered by a 13.5mm Coaxial Double Coil & Magnet Driver while the Drops 360' RP-HJX5 model is powered by a 12mm Coaxial Double Magnet Driver. Both models feature premium power & bass as well as a long-port ear piece for a more custom fit to minimize sound leakage. Panasonic's four new headphone models join its current range of headphones which offer products for every lifestyle from high-end audiophiles to fashion-conscious, active and fitness-focused consumers who want quality audio products everywhere they go.
Panasonic Holdings Corporation (formerly Panasonic Corporation) specializes in manufacturing and marketing of consumer electronic equipments. Net sales (including intragroup) break down by family of products as follows:
- domestic equipments, appliances and audiovisual equipment (42.5%): lighting devices, photovoltaic devices, wiring devices, health and care devices, furnishing materials, air conditioning and ventilation equipments, air purifiers, refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, dryers, vacuum cleaners, irons, microwaves, fans, cooking appliances, dishwashers, TVs, digital cameras, audio and video equipment, fixed telephones, showcases, etc.;
- electronic and electromechanical components (13.2%): relays, switches, power supply systems, industrial motors and sensors, capacitors, coils, resistors, materials for electronic circuits, semiconductors, LCD panels, etc.;
- automotive multimedia equipment and electronic accessories (12.4%);
- avionics, industrial automation, communication and entertainment systems (10.8%): in-flight entertainment and communication systems, electronic component assembly machines, welding equipment, projectors, professional audio-visual systems, computers, tablets, mobile communication systems and equipment, etc.;
- energy storage systems (8.9%): cylindrical lithium-ion batteries, dry batteries, primary/secondary lithium batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, lithium-ion batteries, energy storage modules and systems;
- other (12.2%).
Net sales break down geographically as follows: Japan (43.2%), China (13.4%), Asia (14.7%), Americas (18.7%) and Europe (10%).