Premium tech accessories company, Vonmählen, has announced details of the toxin-free material used in its range of silicone based watch straps.
With growing awareness around the potential impact PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances) is having on the environment and people’s health, Vonmählen has reassured its channel partners and customers that their silicone-based range of smart watch straps are 100% free of toxic substances.
In place of fluoroelastomers (FKM) that rely on PFAS-based additives, the Classic and Wave smart watch bands incorporate between 35-42%* recycled silicone.
This material is skin-friendly, toxic free, and offers a durable alternative for consumers. The silicone based straps have also been independently tested by TÜV Rheinland.
With growing interest in the materials and chemicals used in products today, we were keen to reassure our customers that our silicone based watch straps are free of any harmful substances.
Neil Meredith, Commercial Director,Vonmählen
Vonmählen’s wider watch strap range incorporates a number of recycled materials including silicone, nylon and ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene).
Vonmählen straps are available from John Lewis and Select, Ireland.
We have seen many similar attempts at a product like this before and well some have worked and some have not and this one works for several reasons and reduces the need to carry extra cables with you when this does it in one and more and not only that it has a bottle opener built in to the tough stainless steel case. Also note this is a pre release unit and the following is to be noted.
The cable sits too tightly in the stainless-steel casing, cause it to scratch the cable when removing it from the casing. This will be loosened
There are still small gaps when the adapters are connected to the cable, and the USB A adapter. The gap will be significantly reduced.
The stainless-steel casing is shinier than we want it to be. The final color will be slightly more matte, which will also alter the appearance of final color of the product.
The Rose Gold cable needs to be adjusted so that the color of the cable and the adapters are consistent.
The aesthetics of the magnet will be improved: The magnet will be less shiny, and there will be no visible glue.
The lightning adapter speed and data transmission is not functioning as expected. This will be improved to our expected specifications before we go into mass production
The USB-A port size will be adjusted as it sits too tightly in the ports, causing scratches after normal use. The size of the USB-A adapter will be adjusted.
High Six offers
Data and charging cable with fast charging capabilities (up to 60 watts) for your keychain.
USB-C to USB-C connector
Includes additional connectors for USB-A, micro-USB and Lightning
Stainless steel case doubles as a bottle opener
Data transfer rate of 480 Mbit/s
Compact size of 12 x 16.5 x 61 mm
Weight: 16.5 grams
Available in three different colors: Black, rose gold and silver
The charging speeds are
USB – C to USB – C = PD 60W 3A
USB – C to Micro – USB = 2.4A
USB – C to Lightning = 2.4A
USB – A to USB – C = PD 60W 3A
USB – A to Micro – USB = 2.4
Who is this for
Well anyone really and in particular one who travels as someone who does bringing multiple cables is a pain and you often misplace them, also with other similar products I have tried before you certainly misplace the little tips but this has magnets and you can place the tips on it which is really cool.
If you have more than one product this is also ideal as you can charge just about anything except micro – usb products which is far and few between however there is still plenty of tech on the market and also tech we use today..
German based lifestyle tech accessory designer Vonmählen, known for its wildly successful crowdfunding campaign, High Five, the 5 in 1 charging cable for the key ring, which raised over €125,000 from 5,491 backers is today thrilled to announce the its successor, the High Six. The most compact six-in-one charging cable for the key chain with an integrated bottle opener, the High Six is available in black, all black, silver, and rose gold now on Kickstarter for 30 days until November 25th 2021 with early bird pricing starting at €19 for the first 48 hours (approx $23/£17). Shipping will take place in January 2022.
High Six is the second generation of High Five, solving problems found in High Five after long-term use, including losing the USB-A adapter cap and modernizing to a USB-C to USB-C cable from a micro-USB to USB-C, and is equipped with power delivery up to 60 watts and data transfer.
High Six consists of a USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB- A adapter, and 2in1 micro USB/ lightning adapter, which all fit comfortably into its sleek metal casing with an integrated bottle opener so users can always ensure they are charged and never thirsty! Additionally, the cable on the High Six has two strong magnets that tightly holds it together whilst functioning as a place to put the adapters when using the other connectors.
The High Six is also more compact and lighter than its predecessor, weighing in at only 16.5 grams with dimensions of 12 x 16.5 x 61 mm. The charging cable is packed with the current technical standards and functionality, all the while becoming an elegant multi-purpose key chain accessory.
Vonmählen CEO, Julian Thormählen, commented ‘We really appreciate the valuable feedback we received from our Backers after the first campaign. We were able to apply the feedback when designing High Six, which has resulted in an even stronger, more user-friendly product. Our aspiration has always been to create functional products with innovative features and aesthetic design, resulting in the best user experience.’
The High Six is available black, silver and rose gold now on Kickstarter now on a 30 day campaign until November 25th 2021 with early bird pricing starting at €19 for the first 48 hours (approx $23/£17).
‘Early bird perk’ pricing (First 48 hours)
The single: 19€
The double: 37€
The triple: 52€
Perk pricing
The single: 21€
The double: 39€
The triple: 54€
Shipping is expected in January 2022
Key facts at a glance
Data and charging cable with fast charging capabilities (up to 60 watts) for your keychain.
USB-C to USB-C connector
Includes additional connectors for USB-A, micro-USB and Lightning
Stainless steel case doubles as a bottle opener
Data transfer rate of 480 Mbit/s
Compact size of 12 x 16.5 x 61 mm
Weight: 16.5 grams
Available in three different colors: Black, rose gold and silver
