Named Project Hazel, the mask, which is currently a concept and not available for purchase, addresses “the environmental issues of disposable masks, while enhancing the characteristics of a multipurpose personal protection cover”, according to a Razer press release published Tuesday.
The company, a major hardware manufacturer known for its mice and laptops, says the mask uses a medical-grade N95 respirator; removable and rechargeable fans; and air flow regulators.
The fans can be recharged and sanitized by placing them inside the wireless charging box, which has UV light disinfection.
The company said the waterproof, scratch-resistant mask is made of recyclable plastic, further reducing its environmental impact.
The transparent design of the mask allows people to see the user’s face and the lights inside the mask are automatically activated in the dark. A microphone and amplifier improve muffled speech.
And users can personalize their appearance by activating two lighting zones with a choice of 16.8 million colors and a variety of dynamic lighting effects.
“The Hazel Project’s smart mask concept is intended to be functional, yet comfortable and useful for interacting with the world, while maintaining a sociable aesthetic,” said Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO, in the statement.
There is no set release date for the mask as it is still being adjusted, a Razer spokesman told CNN.
At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, Razer converted manufacturing facilities in China to make face masks.
And in May, the company, which is based in Singapore and Las Vegas, said it would give millions of free facial masks in Singapore, while the country faced an increase in coronavirus cases.