"Most portable speakers broadcast what they are through a certain vocabulary: rubberized grilles, cylindrical barrels, carabiner clips, the unspoken suggestion that they've survived a kayaking trip. The KALLSUP makes none of those promises. Its face carries a circular grid of perforations, two buttons sit on top flanking a small LED, and the back has a USB-C port for charging."
"Designer Ola Wihlborg, who wanted the speaker to be 'as small and simple as possible,' made something that reads less like audio equipment and more like an object that happens to produce sound when you connect your phone to it. That framing matters."
"The minimalism extends to the controls, though that's where things get slightly puzzling. There are only two buttons: one for Bluetooth and one for playback. No volume control sits on the unit itself, so the connected device handles all level adjustments."
The KALLSUP is a cube-shaped Bluetooth speaker designed by Ola Wihlborg that measures 2.75 x 2.75 x 2.88 inches and costs $9.99. Unlike typical portable speakers that emphasize rugged features and audio capabilities, the KALLSUP adopts a minimalist aesthetic resembling a decorative object rather than audio equipment. Its design includes a circular perforated face, two buttons on top, and a USB-C charging port. The speaker features only two controls: Bluetooth and playback buttons, with volume managed through the connected device. It offers a 9-hour battery life at 50% volume. The design philosophy prioritizes simplicity and visual appeal over traditional speaker features, making intentional tradeoffs to achieve its affordable price point.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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