The BE@RBRICK AUDIO Mickey Mouse 400% Portable Bluetooth Speaker is now available in the Philippine market. First unveiled on September 18, the Mickey Mouse release builds on BE@RBRICK creators MEDICOM TOY and audio engineering company RINARO ISODYNAMICS’ first project in August 2023, which features omnidirectional sound technology and custom-engineered drivers on the head and ears of the bear blank figure. This new version takes the form of one of Disney’s most enduring characters, combining collectible design with high-fidelity sound and a seamless 360-degree audio field.
Designer-tech collaborations have been multiplying in recent years. Chanel, for instance, released a “jewelry watch” in August 2024 with audio company Master & Dynamic featuring a bracelet that doubles as a necklace with a hidden connection for earphones. Partnerships like these highlight how functional design is being reimagined through fashion and pop culture, producing objects that live between luxury goods, consumer electronics, and contemporary art.
The BE@RBRICK AUDIO Mickey Mouse taps directly into that movement. Mickey, who debuted in 1928, is no longer just a cartoon character but a cultural emblem of imagination and joy. His likeness has traveled far beyond animation, appearing in fashion collaborations, streetwear capsules, and fine art. Now, with BE@RBRICK’s reputation as a sought-after collectible and RINARO’s audio engineering, Mickey’s image gains yet another layer of relevance.
The BE@RBRICK AUDIO Mickey Mouse is available in limited quantities in select UNIVERS stores such as Shangri-la Mall in Mandaluyong City, One Rockwell in Makati, and NUSTAR in Cebu City.
