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Case Study: Waterproof Protection without Compromising Acoustic Quality - Incipio Technologies, Inc.

Incipio Technologies, Inc., is a global manufacturer of mobile device accessories that are continually at the forefront of mobile technology. With products sold in over 40,000 retail locations worldwide, Incipio® focuses on offering advanced and protective accessories available at the time of device launches. Incipio® was designing a new, rugged case for high-end mobile phones that can withstand challenging environments. Since consumers use these phones to enjoy music, connect with family and friends, and search the Internet with verbal commands, the case required openings that allow sound waves from the phone’s transducers to be transmitted clearly.

Case Study: Pioneering Gas Detection, Gore and NevadaNano's Collaboration for Innovation using GORE Performance Membrane

In the face of growing environmental concerns and more stringent regulations, the detection of greenhouse gases like methane has become a valuable asset in fighting climate challenges.

Case Study: New Acoustic Vents for Smartphones

New Material and Assembly Development for a Smartphone OEM

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Case Study: Improved Waterproofing & Optimized Acoustic Performance with GORE® Vents

With the GORE® Acoustic Vent GAW333, waterproofing meets acoustic integrity — enabling IPX8-rated immersion protection while maintaining less than 1.3 dB sound insertion loss at 1 kHz for smartphones and wearable devices.

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Case Study: Gore Implements a New Material in Acoustic Vents in Smartphones

Learn how Gore helped a leading Chinese smartphone manufacturer fix a problem with their assembly line by developing an acoustic vent based on a new material.

Case Study: Elevating TWS Earbud Performance with GORE® Acoustic Vents

Discover how Gore collaborated with a global audio-OEM to integrate GORE® Acoustic and Pressure Vents into next-gen TWS earbuds—delivering IP X4 waterproofing, zero acoustic insertion loss and seamless fit in automated production. Innovation meets performance.

Brochure: Why Choose a GORE Acoustic Vent?

Selecting the right acoustic vent for an electronic device requires a balance between the level of protection the vent supplies, and what the vent contributes to the overall sound performance of the acoustic system.

Brochure: GORE Acoustic Vents for Earbud Applications

Traditional earbuds are vulnerable to dust, water, and contaminants, compromising performance and lifespan. GORE Acoustic Vents offer uncompromised audio transmission and enhanced microphone protection.

Article: Waterproof Protection Without Compromising Acoustic Quality

Incipio® partnered with Gore to design rugged smartphone cases that protect in harsh environments while ensuring clear audio. With GORE® Acoustic Vents, cases allow transducer sound for music, calls, and voice commands without compromising durability or device performance.

Article: Dry Run - Protecting Smartphones from Water and Other Ingress (Consumer Electronics Test & Development)

According to Gary Chan, a Gore application engineer for portable electronic venting, Gore's vents are in more than one billion smartphones, wearables, and other consumer devices around the world.