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xMEMS Unveils Sycamore-W – The World’s Thinnest Speaker Engineered for Smart Watches and Fitness Bands

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Sycamore-W delivers unmatched audio performance in a 1-mm thin and ultra-light 150 milligram package, redefining sound and design in wrist-worn devices.

xMEMS Labs, the leader in piezoMEMS audio innovation and creators of the world’s first all-silicon micro speakers, today announced Sycamore-W, a new addition to the company’s Sycamore near-field MEMS speaker family, engineered for smart watches, fitness bands, and other wrist-worn wearables.

Following the successful debut of the original Sycamore µSpeaker in late 2024, Sycamore-W extends xMEMS’ commitment to µFidelity™ audio in space-constrained mobile form factors. Measuring just 1 millimeter thin in a 20 x 4mm form factor, Sycamore-W reduces speaker package volume by 70%, enabling dramatically slimmer, sleeker form factors while delivering high-quality, full-range sound.

“Sycamore-W redefines audio for smart watches, combining compact design with robust performance to meet the demands of next-generation wearables,” said Mike Housholder, xMEMS VP of Marketing and Business Development. “As the wrist becomes a key interface for ears-free, hands-free AI interactions, Sycamore-W empowers manufacturers to deliver premium audio in smaller, lighter, more durable devices.”

Optimized for Wrist-Worn Devices

Sycamore-W is engineered specifically for the unique demands of wrist-based wearables. Its 4mm wide x 1mm thin profile minimizes incursion into the watch cavity, enabling designers with the space to integrate more biometric sensors and larger batteries. Compared to legacy coil speakers that are typically 3 to 4mm thick and weigh up to 3 grams, Sycamore-W’s 150mg weight dramatically reduces strain and enhances comfort, both of which are key considerations for wearable devices.

Silicon Durability and Rugged Design

This new solution maintains the same solid-state durability xMEMS speakers are known for, with component-level IP58-rated protection and robust 10,000g mechanical shock resistance. These qualities make it ideal for active lifestyle wearables and outdoor-oriented smartwatches and fitness bands.

Sycamore-W measures 20 x 4 x 1.28mm. Samples are available now to early access customers, with volume production slated for Q2 2026. The original Sycamore µSpeaker will continue to serve broader applications, including smart glasses, open-fit earbuds, and laptops, while additional Sycamore family variants tailored to other specific applications will be announced later this year.

For more information about Sycamore and xMEMS visit xmems.com and for hi-res imagery click here.

About xMEMS Labs, Inc.

Founded in January 2018, xMEMS Labs is the “X” factor in MEMS with the world’s most innovative piezoMEMS platform. It invented the world’s first solid-state, True MEMS µFidelity speakers for TWS, near-field OWS, and other personal audio devices, and evolved its substantial IP to produce the world’s first μCooling fan on a chip for smartphones and other thin, performance-oriented devices.

xMEMS has over 245 granted patents worldwide for its technology. For more information, visit https://xmems.com.

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