MyManu is a trading brand of CEH Technologies Ltd, a British electronics company known for developing innovative audio hardware and software, founded in 2014 by Danny Manu.[1] The company is known for its CLIK translation earbuds, Gabby Smart speakers, and the MyJuno app.[2]

MyManu
Company typePrivate
IndustryElectronics
FoundedFebruary 2014 (2014-02)
FoundersDanny Manu
HeadquartersManchester, England
Area served
United States, Asia, and Europe
Key people
Danny Manu (CEO)
Stanley Fink, Baron Fink (Chairman)
ProductsEarbuds, Speakers, and Myjuno app
ParentCEH Technologies Ltd
WebsiteMymanu

History

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MyManu was established in 2014 in England as a brand of CEH Technologies Ltd, a British electronics company that focuses on development of innovative sound products.[3] Mymanu invests in creation of hardware and software that facilitate music, communication and technology mostly with wireless options. The first product launched under the MyManu brand was the Gabby Smart Speaker, a waterproof Bluetooth speaker inspired by Danny Manu’s daughter dropping her phone in water. In 2016, Mymanu team invented the Mymanu CLIK earbud as a live voice translation earbud.[4]

Products

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CLIK earbuds

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Launched in 2016, the CLIK earbuds are a pair of live voice translation earbuds. They utilize Bluetooth to sync with other devices, allowing real-time translation. The Mymanu CLIK + earbuds were unveiled during 2017 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.[5] The updated version was unveiled at 2019 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona known as Mymanu CLIK S, and in 2024 they released Mymanu CLIK Pro which is powered with AI. Mymanu major markets are in the U.S, Asia and Europe.[6] In 2017, CLIK was shortlisted as part of Marriott Hotels’ Testbed accelerator programme.[7]

Titan earbuds

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In 2023, MyManu introduced Titan, the eSIM-enabled earbuds. The Titan reportedly allows users to make and receive calls and messages without a smartphone and supports voice-controlled translation.[8] Described as a "screenless mobile phone" by the BBC, these earbuds represented a new era in wireless communication.[9] The CEO, Danny demonstrated the final version of the earbuds at Consumer Electronics Show 2023 in Las Vegas. Danny also showcased the 4G-Connected wireless Mymanu Titan earbud at 2023 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.[10]

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The Mymanu Link is a Bluetooth transmitter and receiver developed by Mymanu, designed to enable wireless connectivity for devices that have an audio jack, like gym equipment, airplanes, or gaming consoles. Users connect their wireless headphones to these non-Bluetooth devices; it was introduced in November 2023.[11]

Software

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MyJuno app is a translation and messaging app.[12] MyManu also offers MyManu Play, the app that integrates streaming services like Spotify, Deezer and Tidal into a single platform.[13]

Technology

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MyManu’s Clik earbuds utilizes Bluetooth, and additionally, Clik PRO has eSIM technologies for communication. The translation functionality is powered through the MyJuno app, which allows speech-to-text and text-to-speech conversions.[14]

Recognitions

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  • 2018: GABBY speakers won prestigious innovation awards at CES 2018.[15]
  • 2019: Clik S has won the 2019 CES Innovation Awards honoree.[16]
  • 2024: Clik PRO has won the prestigious CES 2024 Innovation Award Honoree.[17]

See Also

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References

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  1. ^ Price, Chris (2017-01-10). "Top 5 British start-ups from #CES2017 to watch out for". ShinyShiny. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  2. ^ Deals, Cult of Mac (2022-08-24). "Shatter language barriers with these iOS-compatible translation earbuds". Cult of Mac. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  3. ^ Houghton, Tom (2020-07-21). "The BAME entrepreneurs who beat racism and prejudice to become huge successes". Business Live. Retrieved 2024-09-23.
  4. ^ Rowlands, Chris (2021-09-13). "Mymanu's Clik wireless earbuds are a real life Babel fish". Stuff. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  5. ^ "CES 2017: Danny's amazing earbud adventure". BBC News. 2017-01-05. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  6. ^ Parab, Pranay (2024-01-08). "CES 2024: This Is the Best Audio Gear We Spotted". Lifehacker. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  7. ^ Allison, Conor (2017-08-24). "Wearables shortlisted for Marriott Hotels Testbed programme". Wareable. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  8. ^ Smith, Chris (2023-02-27). "Mymanu Titan earbuds come with eSIM support to replace your phone". BGR. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  9. ^ Accardi, Nicolette (2022-10-21). "A 'Screenless Smartphone' Is Here—But What Does That Even Mean?". VICE. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  10. ^ "MWC 2023: Mymanu Showcases World's First eSIM Supported Earbuds; Claims 'Will Make Phone Obsolete'". English Jagran. 2023-03-06. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  11. ^ Mymanu (2023-11-09). "Mymanu Unveils Mymanu LINK: The Ultimate in Bluetooth Audio for Anyone". Mymanu®. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  12. ^ Morgan, Colleen (2022-06-06). "Universal language: MyManu launches CLIK S live translation earbuds in travel retail". Moodie Davitt Report. Retrieved 2024-07-19.
  13. ^ "Mymanu's Clik Translates Between 37 Languages in Real Time". Digital Trends. 2017-03-02. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  14. ^ "The future of travel: 10 concepts that will change the way we experience the world". CNN. 2023-06-20. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  15. ^ "Innovative Brand Mymanu Scoops Influential Award at CES 2018 for Unique Speaker". Dakota Digital. 2018-01-10. Retrieved 2024-07-18.
  16. ^ "These award-winning translation earbuds were featured at CES 2023". New Atlas. 2023-01-26. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  17. ^ "Powering UK enterprise: how we supported a Manchester tech company to reach the next level". www.natwestgroup.com. Retrieved 2024-10-17.